Outpatient Nutrition Counselling

 

Nutrition counselling is available at both the Brantford General Site and the Willett site in Paris.


A Registered Dietitian provides nutrition education and support to clients of all ages based on their particular medical condition and nutritional requirements.


Education is provided to the client and/or family members around diet and lifestyle changes, and is based on the client's individual needs, food preferences, cultural background and medical conditions.


Some of these conditions include:

  • lowering cholesterol
  • eating disorders
  • food intolerances
  • healthy eating and wellness
  • weight control
  • controlling blood pressure
  • vegetarianism
  • pregnancy

Both individual appointments and classes are offered.


The individual appointment usually results from a physician's referral and includes a nutrition assessment, development of a care plan tailored to the client's needs, and education.


Follow-up appointment(s) are also available to monitor progress and to assist the client in achieving his/her goals.


The cost for appointments is covered through the Ontario Health Insurance program; however, there may be a minimal charge to cover the cost of educational materials.


Heart Health classes are available at the Willett site. Topics include:

  • Cholesterol and different types of fats
  • Weight control and its role in Heart Health
  • Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Classes are offered monthly - 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Wednesday of each month and individual follow-up appointments may be arranged.


For further information contact the Willett site at 519-442-2251, ext. 6332.


 

Weight control classes are offered at the Willett site. Topics include:

  •     Decreasing calorie intake and increasing calorie output through exercise.

  •     Choosing foods with lower calorie-density.  Fueling the body with regular meals.

  •     Curbing emotional eating and cravings.

  •     Eating out smarts.  Choosing healthy snacks.

 

Classes are offered monthly - 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on the 4th Wednesday of each month and individual follow-up appointments may be arranged once class completed.

 

For further information contact: Brantford General site 519-751-5544, extension 4267

For further information contact the Willett site 519-442-2251, extension 6332

 

Registered Dietitians are governed by the Regulated Health Professions Act through the College of Dietitians of Ontario in order to ensure safe and quality nutrition care is provided to the public. Dietitians are uniquely trained to provide education about food, diet and nutrition. All Dietitians have a Bachelor's degree specializing in food and nutrition and have completed an accredited internship or a graduate degree.