NUTRITION THERAPY

The Registered Dietitian will complete a nutrition assessment which may include a review of your medical history, medications, bloodwork, nutrition intake, a nutrition focused physical exam and an anthropometric measurement analysis. The Dietitian will then determine a nutrition diagnosis and develop interventions tailored to your individual nutrition care plan. This may involve limiting certain foods, increasing nutrient intake through food, nutritional supplementation, and/or generally healthy lifestyle habits.

Fundamental Nutrition Education

Adequate nutrition intake and following a healthy diet is essential to keep your body functioning well and can reduce your risk of developing chronic diseases. Meet with our Registered Dietitian to learn more about the fundamentals of nutrition and how healthy eating can be incorporated into your daily life.

  • Macronutrients: Protein, Carbohydrates, Fats

  • Micronutrients: Vitamins and Minerals

  • Hydration

  • Food Groups (Vegetables, Fruits, Grains, Meats/Meat-Alternatives, Dairy)

  • Portion Sizing

  • Food Label Reading

Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)

MNT is a nutrition based treatment for acute and chronic conditions provided by Registered Dietitians. MNT includes a nutrition assessment, nutrition education and behavioral counselling to help prevent or manage a medical condition. (Please note, the Registered Dietitian does not diagnosis medical conditions, but is able to provide a nutrition diagnosis related to a pre-diagnosed condition).

At Island Chiropractic, the Registered Dietitian will provide MNT on the following conditions:

  • Malnutrition

    • Inadequate macronutrient or micronutrient intake

  • Cardiovascular Disease Risk Reduction

    • Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)

    • Dyslipidemia/Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol)

  • Weight Management

    • Unintentional Weight Gain, Overweight and Obesity

    • Underweight and Unintentional Weight Loss

    • GLP-1 Support/Appetite Suppressing Medication Support

  • Diabetes Mellitus (Please note, this will not include diabetic medication adjustments)

    • Pre-Diabetes

    • Type 1 Diabetes

    • Type 2 Diabetes

  • Altered Gastrointestinal Function/Gastrointestinal Disease

    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome

    • Irritable Bowel Disease (Chron's or Ulcerative Colitis)

    • NAFLD/Liver Cirrhosis

    • Gastroparesis

    • Constipation

    • Diarrhea

    • Chronic Nausea/Vomiting

    • Diverticulitis

    • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

    • Chewing/Swallowing Difficulty

  • Musculoskeletal Conditions

    • Fibromyalgia

    • GOUT

    • Osteoporosis

    • Osteoarthritis

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis

  • Respiratory Disease

    • COPD

Nutrition for the Older Adult (65+)

A nutritionally adequate diet is essential to promote healthy aging and prevent nutrition-related complications that could contribute to increased functional dependency and frailty. Aging, and age-related barriers can impose significant barriers to achieving a healthy diet. Meet with our Registered Dietitian to learn how the physiology of aging impacts your nutrient requirements and how adequate nutrition intake can support healthy aging.

  • The Fundamentals of Nutrition with Age Specific Macronutrient/Micronutrient Recommendations

  • Review of common age-related changes that may negatively impact nutrition and how to manage them

Special Diet Education

Following a special diet can be hard, and if not done correctly, can place you at risk of malnutrition due to inadequate intake of essential nutrients. If you're following a special diet, it may be beneficial to meet with our Registered Dietitian to ensure adequate nutrient intake and help prevent any nutritional deficiencies.

  • Vegetarian

  • Vegan

  • Gluten Free

  • Plant Based

  • Dairy Free/Lactose Free

  • Food Allergies and Intolerances

  • Low Fodmap

Anthropometric Analysis

Health is more than just a number on a scale. Registered Dietitians are trained to complete physical exams using bioelectrical impedance, skinfold measurements, circumference measurements and grip strength measurements to provide a better overall picture of your body composition. The Dietitian will analyze this information to help you understand your health, risk of chronic disease, and monitor progress towards your goals. (Please note, bioelectrical impedance is not suitable for individuals who have a pacemaker or other medical implants).

  • Fat

    • Body Fat Mass, Body Fat Percentage, Waist circumferences, Arm circumference, Skinfold measurements

  • Muscle

    • Skeletal Muscle Mass, Grip Strength, Calf Circumference, Arm Circumference

  • Other

    • Weight, BMI, Ideal Body Weight Range, Total Body Water Percentage, Basal Metabolic Rate, Metabolic Age, Bone Mass, Waist to Hip Ratio

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