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Why Should You Be Attending Nutritional Counseling

Why Should You Be Attending Nutritional Counseling
Key Points

If you think you may have an allergy: a nutritionist can help you cut out the foods you are allergic to while still enforcing a well-balanced regime.

The importance of nutrition:

When is it time for nutritional counseling?

  • If you think you may have an allergy: a nutritionist can help you cut out the foods you are allergic to while still enforcing a well-balanced regime.
  • If you have heartburn/acid reflux: visiting a nutritionist can lessen your symptoms by making sure you are eating foods that will not increase the pain. 
  • If you have high cholesterol: a nutritionist will guide you to the correct foods so that you can reduce your chances of heart problems in the future. 
  • If the food you are eating is making your stomach upset: Sometimes you may not even realize that the food you are consuming may be causing your stomach pain. A nutritionist can pinpoint what is bothering you and will help you avoid that food as well as recommend healthier alternatives.
This article was reviewed by Dr. Regina Druz, MD, MBA, FACC, FMCP-M — Board-Certified Integrative Cardiologist at Holistic Heart Centers, Roslyn, NY. This content is for educational purposes and does not substitute personalized medical advice.

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