Nutrition counseling is a service that isn’t directly related to dentistry, but ties in with it. Every tissue and bone in the body must receive a healthy amount of nutrients in order to function at full capacity – our teeth and gums are no different. Good nutrition helps your teeth, gums, and body stay healthy with a sufficient amount of vitamins and minerals. Nutritional counseling helps you narrow down what is considered good and what is considered bad – and this will vary from person to person.
A certified nutritionist understands that the process is more than just simply telling you what you should and shouldn’t do. Anyone can do that. The difference is that a relationship begins to form between you and your nutritionist where you are held accountable on achieving attainable goals that are decided on in your appointments. We work with you to develop a personalized action plan that suits your needs and helps you adopt a healthier lifestyle.
Just about everyone could benefit from nutritional counseling in one way or another, but certain people may find added benefit such as those with chronic conditions (i.e. high blood pressure or high cholesterol), overweight, or body changes due to pregnancy, menopause, or other conditions.
During your first appointment with our nutrition specialist, we will review your medical history and ask you a series of questions that will give Dr. David Villarreal an idea of your current situation and what you expect to achieve through the use of a nutritional counselor.
Expect to have a thorough discussion involving your stress levels, sleep routine, dietary preferences, exercise, gastrointestinal function, and other areas that pertain. The more information about yourself you bring to the initial consultation, the more beneficial it is to you.
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