Weight Loss

Supporting your weight journey is what we are all about

Here at Health Management Dietitians we understand everyone is different when it comes to their weight journey. Our Dietitians have broad experience and more importantly ENJOY working with people of all ages, shapes and sizes. We are committed to providing you with a friendly, non-judgmental service to ensure you feel comfortable throughout the process.

So how can we help? Our Dietitians take the time to understand your personal goals, lifestyle and health needs to formulate an individualised holistic plan. We use a state of the art ‘InBody’ body composition scanner that gives us in-depth information about your physical structure. We use this information to more accurately pin point YOUR nutritional requirements and tailor a nutrition plan suitable for achieving your goals.

Health Management Dietitians have a special interest in the psychology of food, eating and body image. More often than not we KNOW what we need to do to achieve our goals, but it is often the case of “easier said than done”. Our Dietitians work closely with you to provide strategies to break down your personal barriers that may affect you taking action. We take the time to answer nutrition related questions and dive deep into the perceptions that have brought you to us in the first place. Our aim is to get you feeling good about YOU again and helping you develop a positive relationship with food.

Here are Health Management, it isn’t about just telling you what you already know… It’s about helping you understand the process of your weight journey and working through solutions to fix your nutrition related problems.

We start with a personalised meal plan and then work on your barriers to achieving success over multiple consultations, starting at weekly appointments and spacing further as you feel more confident.

Top 5 Tips for Weight Loss

How do I lose weight? There is SO much information about what to eat/not to eat, and top trending diets these days, which can be incredibly overwhelming! What’s the right advice to believe when it comes to weight loss? There’s no ‘one size fits all’ for nutrition advice, but there are some general strategies which will make a big difference when it comes to your health.  We’ve put together our top 5 tips for weight loss, that have helped thousands of people just like you, to lose the weight, and keep it off for good!

1) Make sure you get enough protein

Protein plays a big role when it comes to weight loss and helps with hunger control. Having a source of protein with each meal and snack will help to keep you satisfied, reduce cravings, and ensure you’re maintaining your muscle mass whilst dropping the kilos.

2) Don’t skip meals

Although it’s easy to think that restricting intake can help with weight loss, significant calorie restriction can actually slow down your metabolism, making it even harder to lose the weight. Eating small, regular meals throughout the day is a much better way to keep your metabolism happy and healthy, as well as reducing any chances of you getting ‘hangry’ and irritable in-between meals.

3) Plan ahead

Planning your meals ahead of time can help you to choose healthier options, compared to eating on-the-go and being unorganised. This could include creating a menu plan for lunches and dinners for the next week. It could also mean cooking some meals in advance and refrigerating or freezing your individual portions, to help you save time and make better choices when the next mealtime rolls around.

4) Portion control is key

Eating slower, using smaller dishes to serve from, and loading up on the non-starchy vegetables are just some of the ways you can control your portion sizes at mealtimes. Portion control is so important when it comes to weight loss, as it helps to prevent overeating and overindulging.

5) Drink more water

Drinking enough water makes a big difference when it comes to weight loss and managing your appetite. It’s common to mistake thirst for hunger, leading to overeating and eating unnecessary calories. Drinking enough water throughout the day can help keep you full, as well as displacing high-calorie/sugary drinks such as soft drinks and juices!

Health Management Dietitians are experts in incorporating all of these tips into a meal plan that suits your busy lifestyle. If you’re struggling to lose weight, we are here to give you the skills and tools necessary to reach your goals.