When should I consult a nutritionist? (click to show)When should I consult a nutritionist? (click to hide)

You can consult a nutritionist anytime you have a nutrition question, need a clear plan or professional accountability to reach your nutrition goals.

Can I find a meal plan on your website? (click to show)Can I find a meal plan on your website? (click to hide)

No, but there is a good reason for that.

From my experience working with clients, following a meal plan only works temporarily. Either the plan finishes and you go back to your old habits or life simply gets in the way of following it.

For long-term sustainable change you need to create healthy eating and lifestyle (physical activity, sleep and stress management) habits that fit your lifestyle and incorporate the foods that you like.

Check out the blog for some helpful hints and tips to get you started.

My doctor told me to lose weight, but I have tried so many diets and am over it. Is it possible not to focus on weight loss and still improve my health? (click to show)My doctor told me to lose weight, but I have tried so many diets and am over it. Is it possible not to focus on weight loss and still improve my health? (click to hide)

Absolutely! Eating well to improve or maintain your health is important, but restrictive dieting and obsessing over food is not the answer.

Finding a Registered Nutritionist to help make healthy changes? (click to show)Finding a Registered Nutritionist to help make healthy changes? (click to hide)

If you are looking for specific nutrition advice I would recommend that you find a Registered Nutritionist to help.

You can find a Registered Nutritionist on the Nutrition Society of New Zealand website.

Pop in your keywords and area into the filter to narrow down the options.

What is a Registered Nutritionist? (click to show)What is a Registered Nutritionist? (click to hide)

Professional registration recognises Nutritionists who have obtained relevant academic qualifications and professional work experience within their field of nutrition. The title can only be used by those who have meet these standards, as determined by The Nutrition Society of New Zealand. Registered Nutritionists commit to continued professional development and supervision and adherence to the Royal Society of New Zealand Code of Ethics.

Is my consultation covered by health insurance? (click to show)Is my consultation covered by health insurance? (click to hide)

When you work alongside a Registered Nutritionist your health insurance plan may cover some or all of your appointment cost. Please review your health insurance policy to determine whether you're eligible and how much of the fees would be covered. If you are eligible, you will have to claim back from insurance yourself, so be sure to ask for a receipt.