Nutritional assessment and individualized diet program prepared by a dietitian, taking into account personal health status, goals, and lifestyle.
Indication
- Overweight, obesity, or weight loss goals
- Underweight or weight gain goals (especially after chronic illness)
- Management of type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, or insulin resistance
- High blood pressure, high cholesterol, and cardiovascular health
- Digestive system conditions such as fatty liver, gastritis, and reflux
- Nutrition planning during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and childhood-adolescence
- Sports performance, vegetarian/vegan nutrition, or specialized programs for food allergies/intolerance
Preparation
- You can bring current health reports, blood tests, and used medications/supplements
- Keeping a journal of foods and drinks consumed in the past week helps the assessment
- Note known food allergies, foods you dislike, and foods you enjoy
- Prepare information about your daily routine, work hours, physical activity, and sleep patterns
- Sharing previous diets and their results helps make the plan more realistic
How it's performed
- The dietitian listens in detail to your health history, eating habits, and goals
- Measurements such as height, weight, and waist-hip circumference are taken; body composition analysis is performed if needed
- Existing test results and accompanying conditions are evaluated
- Goals are set together; realistic targets for weight, blood sugar, or blood pressure are established
- A personalized meal plan, shopping list, and tips for eating out are prepared
- Education is provided on behavior change, portion control, and mindful eating
Post-procedure
- Follow-up is generally recommended every 1-2 weeks for the first 1-2 months, then every 3-4 weeks
- At follow-up visits, the plan is updated based on progress and any difficulties
- Blood tests (if needed) are repeated at specific intervals to monitor metabolic health
- Once the target weight is reached, a 'maintenance phase' provides long-term habit support
- Sustainable exercise and lifestyle recommendations are integrated into the program
Risks
- Fatigue, dizziness, and nutritional deficiencies on overly restrictive diets
- Risk of gallstones, hair loss, or muscle loss with very rapid weight loss
- Changes in medication dose needs in known chronic illness (diabetes, kidney disease, etc.) without physician follow-up
- Negative effects in individuals with a history of eating disorders if the plan is not coordinated with a mental health specialist
- Health effects of unsuitable diets in pregnant, breastfeeding, and special illness groups
FAQ
How often should I see a dietitian?
At the start of the program, visits every 1-2 weeks are typically recommended. As progress is achieved, intervals may extend to 3-4 weeks, then once a month or every few months.
Are very rapid weight loss diets safe?
Although very low-calorie, unbalanced diets can produce rapid weight loss in a short time, they increase the risk of muscle loss, vitamin and mineral deficiencies, and weight regain. A sustainable, gradual approach (0.5-1 kg per week) is safer.
I take diabetes or blood pressure medication; is the nutrition program suitable?
An individualized nutrition plan is very valuable for these conditions. However, medication doses may change during treatment; therefore, physician follow-up is maintained, and a coordinated plan is created with the dietitian.
Can I lose weight with diet alone, or is exercise required?
Weight loss is possible with nutrition alone; however, regular physical activity provides important additional benefits in preserving muscle mass and controlling blood sugar and cholesterol. Exercise is planned gradually based on the individual's situation.
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