Nutritional Consultation
What is a nutrition consultation?
The nutrition consultation is a specialised service in the field of nutritional medicine that is becoming increasingly important. During our consultation, a comprehensive assessment of the patient's current state of health is carried out at the patient's request. The focus is on the detection of nutrition-related illnesses, especially in the cardiovascular area. In addition, the individual energy requirement is calculated. The aim is to provide targeted support and advice to recognise and treat health problems that can arise from a poor, excessive or inadequate diet.
What does a nutritional physician do?
Nutritional physicians are doctors who specialise in the connections between nutrition and health. With their knowledge of metabolism and disease mechanisms, they are able to recognise and explain nutrition-related risks and their possible consequences for patients.
As a next step, a nutritional physician develops evidence-based nutritional therapy strategies to create the best possible conditions for treating the patient's condition. The goal is to promote health and optimise treatment outcomes through targeted nutritional adjustments.
Why is nutritional medicine so important?
In view of the constantly increasing prevalence of overweight and obesity in the population and the secondary diseases of diabetes, high blood pressure and coronary heart disease, the importance of preventive measures cannot be overestimated. Not only the prevention of the initial disease, but also of secondary diseases and complications requires an interdisciplinary and holistic approach under the qualified medical supervision of a doctor specialised in nutritional medicine, which particularly complements cardiology and lipidology excellently.
How can a healthy diet help me?
A healthy diet can help you in a variety of ways, especially if it is tailored to your individual risk profile or existing cardiovascular changes. A targeted diet forms the basis for therapeutic interventions and can in some cases supplement or even replace drug therapy. With targeted nutritional medical interventions, you can increase the chances of success of your therapy and positively influence the course of your disease. A balanced and personalised diet not only supports the health of the cardiovascular system, but also helps to increase general well-being and reduce the risk of further health problems.
Can a balanced diet replace medication?
Yes, in certain cases, nutrition can actually help to replace or at least reduce the need for medication. If an illness is just developing, a targeted change in diet, regular physical activity and an adjustment in lifestyle can have such a positive influence on the course of the illness that medication is no longer necessary. This applies, for example, to diabetes mellitus and high blood pressure. However, it is important that these changes are made under regular supervision by a doctor or a nutritionist to ensure that the risk factors remain optimally adjusted and that the findings do not worsen.
What is being discussed in our nutrition consultation?
We discuss various aspects of your health and lifestyle. This includes a general medical history of your medical conditions, including any medications you may be taking. We also discuss your eating habits and experiences with diets, as well as any food intolerances and the consumption of stimulants. Another important point is your sporting and active lifestyle, as all these factors play a crucial role in your health and well-being. The aim is to get a comprehensive picture so that we can provide you with targeted recommendations for your diet and lifestyle.
What do we test for? What is anthropometry?
We will conduct a comprehensive examination to determine your current state of health and monitor it in follow-up examinations. In addition to your current weight, height and blood pressure, we measure other important parameters such as your hip and waist circumference. We also conduct calipometric measurements that provide information about the distribution of fat on the trunk and extremities. These examinations are referred to as anthropometric examinations.
In addition, we recommend individual laboratory tests to check the metabolism, including lipid metabolism and diabetes screening. In doing so, we also take care to rule out possible nutrient deficiencies and screen for fatty liver. All these measures help us to get a comprehensive picture of your health and to provide targeted recommendations for your diet and lifestyle.
Anthropometry is a scientific procedure for measuring and analysing body dimensions and proportions. It includes various measurements such as height, weight, hip and waist circumference, as well as skinfold measurements (calipometry) to obtain information about body composition, fat distribution and general health.
Hor can you prepare yourself for your first appointment with our nutritionist specialist?
To prepare for your appointment with our nutritionist, please follow these steps:
Keep a record of your meals: Take photos of your meals in the days leading up to the appointment. Make sure not to forget snacks and drinks, as these also provide important information about your eating habits.
Fill out the questionnaire: Please complete the questionnaire provided (PDF) and bring it with you. It will help us to better understand your eating habits, preferences and any health concerns you may have.
This will enable us to address your needs in a targeted manner and work together to achieve your goals.
Do you need a referral for a consultation with one of our medical experts?
Generally not. However, with some health insurance companies you may need a referral from your family doctor. Talk to us about your insurance plan so that the rules of your insurance company can be adhered to. This way you can save money and avoid unpleasant surprises.
Setting and achieving goals together.
At the nutrition consultation, we work with you to define your goal for changing your diet. Your individual ideas and goals are at the forefront of this. A clear and realistic objective enables us to develop a treatment plan tailored to you. This is tailored to your needs and takes into account your everyday life.
With the help of a qualified dietician or digital applications, you can then use this plan to create your daily nutrition plan. This enables you to actively shape your diet and effectively pursue your health goals. We will support and assist you throughout!