Nutrition and Dietetics

Nutrition and dietetics is a branch of healthcare that focuses on the role of food and nutrition in promoting health, preventing disease, and managing medical conditions. It is a science-based field that involves the study of food and nutrition, as well as the application of that knowledge to help individuals and communities achieve optimal health.

At Progress Gastro Care in Chennai, our Nutrition and Dietetics team has registered dietitians who are experts in the science of nutrition and the role of food in health and wellness. Our Nutrition and Dietetics team provides a range of services, including nutritional assessments, individualised meal planning, counselling on healthy eating habits, and guidance on the use of nutritional supplements. We believe that good nutrition is an essential component of overall health, and we are committed to providing the highest level of care and support to our patients.

Conditions treated

The conditions that can be treated through nutrition and dietetics at the Progress Gastro Care include:

Diabetes
Heart disease
Gastrointestinal disorders
Cancer
Food allergies and intolerances
Obesity
Eating disorders

Treatments offered

The treatments offered in nutrition and dietetics at our hospital include:

Nutritional assessment: Nutritional assessment involves evaluating an individual’s nutritional status, including dietary intake, physical measurements, and medical history, to determine their nutritional needs and develop an individualised nutrition plan.
Individualised meal planning: Individualised meal planning involves developing a nutrition plan tailored to an individual’s specific nutritional needs, taking into account their medical conditions, dietary preferences, and lifestyle.
Medical nutrition therapy: Medical nutrition therapy involves using nutrition to manage medical conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and gastrointestinal disorders. It may include dietary interventions such as reducing sodium or carbohydrate intake, increasing fibre intake, and promoting heart-healthy foods.
Nutritional counselling: Nutritional counselling involves providing education and guidance on healthy eating habits, food choices, and portion control. It may also involve behaviour modification techniques to help individuals make lasting changes in their dietary habits.
Nutritional supplementation: Nutritional supplementation involves using oral supplements or tube feeding to provide additional nutrition to individuals who are unable to consume adequate nutrients through their regular diet.
Weight management: Weight management involves using dietary interventions, physical activity, and behavioural modifications to help individuals achieve and maintain a healthy weight.
Sports nutrition: Sports nutrition involves providing nutritional guidance and support to athletes to optimise their athletic performance and recovery.
Food allergy and intolerance management: Food allergy and intolerance management involve developing individualised meal plans and providing guidance on how to avoid trigger foods.

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