Registered Dietitians
Registered Dietitians are essential in treating overweight patients, offering extensive nutrition training and personalized dietary plans. Unlike other health professionals, they specialize in understanding the intricate relationship between food and the body. With backgrounds in anatomy, biochemistry, and psychology, dietitians empower clients to choose healthy fuel, helping them achieve sustainable weight loss. Research shows that diet interventions alone can lead to significant weight loss. By fostering an approachable and supportive environment, dietitians motivate individuals to make lasting health changes.
Registered Dietitians
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Registered Dietitians The lead profession in treating overweight patients
WE CAN PICK HEALTHY FUEL EMPTY FUEL
If we eat more than our body can burn, it will lead to weight gain.
DIFFERENCES IN PROFESSIONS • SURGEONS • MEDICAL DOCTORS • EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGISTS • PSYCHOLOGISTS **COMMON MISSING LINK= EXTENSIVE NUTRITION TRAINING
REGISTERED DIETITIANS WE UNDERSTAND FOOD AND THE BODY
DIETITIANS EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND • Anatomy/Physiology • Biochemistry/chemistry • Psychology • Advanced nutrition courses • Food science • Technology
DIETITIAN ATTRIBUTES • Good listeners • Approachable • Not intimidating • Positive attitude & able to motivate • Capable of explaining information in understandable terms • Great at supporting
Journal of Obesity Aug. 2012; KE Foster-Schubert et.al “Effect of diet and exercise, alone or combined, on weight and body composition in overweight-to-obese postmenopausal women • Diet alone= 8.5% weight loss (15.84#) • Exercise alone= 2.4% (4.4#) • Diet & exercise combined= 10.8% (19.58#)
In-person diet intervention • >106% of sessions (included optional visits)= 25.08# • 84-106%= 18.26# • <84%= 12.1# • >106%=23.98# • 84-106%= 20.68# • <84%= 17.82# DIET-ALONE DIET + EXERCISE
DIETITIANS ARE REAL • Relatable • Educational background • Ask appropriate questions • Lay the foundation for change