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Supplements

Through dietary assessments, it is possible for the dietitian to recommend vitamin and mineral supplements if a certain area of the diet is lacking in particular nutrients, although it is always preferable to try and get these vitamins and minerals through the normal diet first as vitamin and mineral supplementation can be costly.

If undernutrition and weight loss is a problem or if a client has received a high screening score and sufficient energy intake cannot be achieved via a normal dietary pattern then there are a wide range of nutritional supplements in liquid format that are available on both the GMS and DPS schemes and the dietitian can advise on which supplements would be most suited to meet the needs of different individuals. Once nutritional supplements are commenced it is important to monitor the compliance with the supplements and monitor the patients progression so that prescriptions can be altered accordingly and therefore reduce wastage.

If you are concerned about weight loss or feel that you require nutritional supplementation and would like a dietary assessment, please contact us.