Nutrition

What is a Nutritionist?
A trained expert who helps others nourish their bodies with foods that promote health and healing

When to see a Nutritionist:
If you have Digestive Complaints, Skin Conditions, Fatigue, Depression, Reproductive Issues or getting your body ready for a baby. Are some of the reasons why people see a nutritionist however, anyone who would like to ensure they are eating the right foods for the body they want to live in should see one.

What can a Nutritionist do?
All people have the ability to heal themselves and be responsible for their health.  A Nutritionist can

• Facilitate the healing journey
• Provide education & knowledge to help maintain optimal health.
• Support & build confidence in yourself

What can a Nutritionist do that no one else can?
Provide advice that is specifically tailored to your needs.  They can teach you how to use food and nutrition to manage your condition and help to ensure you are eating the right foods for you as an individual as all people are different, what works for one may not work for another.

What value added services, or products can you expect from consultations?
Nutritionists can prescribe nutritional supplementation to alleviate deficiencies and provide an extra boost to food treatment plans.

Why should you see a Nutritionist? What are the benefits?
They will provide the highest level of care, developing a treatment plan that is focused on your needs and goals. Combining nutrition, supplementation, food therapy and diagnostic testing to ensure you get the maximum benefit from each consultation.

What is the potential impact of not seeing a Nutritionist?
Without making the necessary changes to your diet and lifestyle your condition will not improve.  If you are serious about making a change you need to take the first step and seek treatment. 

What would a normal treatment involve?
A normal treatment involves a discussion about symptoms, body systems and diet.  Some treatments may also involve diagnostic testing and looking at test results. 

How many sessions will I need?
The number of sessions required depends on the individual needs of the client, their condition, the treatment goals, and the level of commitment from the client.  The desired outcome can only be achieved if the client is committed to making changes in their lifestyle. 

Can I claim through private health insurance?
Yes, most private health funds will cover nutrition.

What qualifications and experience does a Nutritionist have?
Bachelor of Health Science - Nutrition

Your practitioner: Kate Oberin