Diabetes, prediabetes and insulin resistance are conditions in which eating patterns play an important part in daily life. This service aims to provide nutrition support to people who have been diagnosed and are being followed by a physician, in line with their physician's recommendations.
Working in coordination with your physician
Diagnosis, medication and setting treatment goals are your physician's responsibility. Nutrition counselling does not replace medical treatment; it complements it. In the first session we review your physician's recommendations, your medications and your latest test results together. With your consent, we contact your physician when needed to make sure your nutrition plan is consistent with your treatment.
What do we cover in sessions?
Meal pattern
The number and timing of meals are planned to fit your medications and daily routine. Your physician's recommendations form the basis of this planning.
Carbohydrate awareness
Rather than removing carbohydrate-containing foods from your life entirely, we learn to plan their type, amount and balance within a meal. Whole grains, legumes, vegetables and high-fibre options are important parts of this planning.
Plate model and portions
We talk about balancing vegetables, protein and carbohydrate sources with the plate model, which is easy to apply in everyday life.
Label reading and shopping
We look together at how to read sugar, fibre and portion information on packaged products.
Special situations
We develop practical strategies for times when your routine changes, such as eating out, holidays, travel and exercise days. If you monitor your blood sugar, it can be useful to review your readings alongside your food records and share them with your physician.
What to bring to the first session
- Your blood test results from the last three months,
- A list of your medications and doses,
- Your physician's dietary recommendations or report,
- Your blood sugar records, if you keep them.
The information on this page is for general information only. Any change to medication doses or treatment can only be made by your physician.
Frequently asked questions
Can I receive counselling without consulting my physician?
Diabetes and insulin resistance are diagnosed and monitored by a physician. Since I prepare your nutrition plan in line with your physician's recommendations, it is important that the process runs alongside your medical care.
Do I have to give up bread and fruit completely?
Usually not. The type and amount of these foods, and how and at which meal they are eaten, are planned individually. We work on balanced choices rather than strict prohibitions.
Can I stop taking my medication?
No. Every decision about medication is made solely by your physician. Nutrition counselling does not replace medical treatment.