My ADA

Five More Reasons to Consult a Registered Dietitian

March 16, 2009

You are thinking of having or have had gastric bypass surgery. A registered dietitian will help you learn to eat again. Since your stomach can only manage small servings, it’s a challenge to get the right amount of nutrients in your body. An RD will work with you and your physician to develop an eating plan for your new needs.
You need guidance and confidence for breastfeeding your baby. A registered dietitian can help make sure you’re getting enough iron, vitamin D, fluoride and B vitamins for you and your little one.
You need to gain or lose weight. A registered dietitian can suggest additional calorie sources for healthy weight gain or a restricted-calorie eating plan plus regular physical activity for weight loss while still eating all your favorite foods.
You want to eat smarter. A registered dietitian can help you sort through misinformation, read labels at the supermarket, discover that healthy cooking is inexpensive, eat out without ruining your eating plan and resist workplace temptations.
You want to improve your performance in sports. A registered dietitian can help you set goals to achieve results — whether you’re running a marathon, skiing or jogging with your dog.

To locate a registered dietitian near you, visit the Find a Nutrition Professional page.

Produced by ADA’s Public Relations Team

Print Version