Dietician

In 1996 Natanya du Toit graduated with a B.Sc in Dietetics from the University of Stellenbosch . She has her own private practice since 1999. Having suffered from several health conditions and weight issues Natanya developed a passion for nutrition by seeing the results first hand. Her approach is based on implementing the latest scientific research into a healthy balanced diet and way of living. Natanya also do several talks and workshops in the Cape Town area, She has extensive knowledge about diet therapy and supplements for most diseases and conditions.

Changing your nutrition could change your life and health. Nutrition is the best way to improve your health and vitality. There are over 300 health conditions that can be improved or prevented just by eating healthy. People need to know what information they can trust. My aim is to inform my patients on the latest proven research and to translate this into their diet and lifestyle.

Who should see a Dietician?

Any person who wants to ensure they are eating for optimal health and vitality, regardless of your illness or health. Latest reasearch shows that most people are not eating a healthy balanced diet. This explains the epicemic of preventable diseases and high obesity rates..

These are some of the most common conditions which respond well to nutrition therapy:

Insulin resistance and "Syndrome X"
Weight Management
Diabetes Mellitus type 1 and 2
High Cholesterol
Irritable bowel syndrome (spastic colon)
Chronic Fatigue
Food allergies and intolerances
Gluten intolerance - Celiac disease
Lactose intolerance
Constipation and Hemorrhoids
Gout
ADD and ADHD
HIV and Aids
Chron's Disease
Diverticulosis and Divertikulitis
Reflux and Hernia
Constipation
Arthritis
Cancer
Diseases of the liver
Diseases of the digestive system
Osteoporosis
Diseases of the kidney

There are so many other areas in which nutrition plays a vital role:

Sports Nutrition
Nutrition in pregnancy and lactation
Infant nutrition
Nutrition for Toddlers
Nutrition for Children
Nutrition for Teens

Warning:

As you can see the field of nutrition and diet therapy requires extensive knowledge of both the medical and nutritional field. It is important that the person you consult regarding your diet is fully trained and qualified as a Dietitian. Dieticians are registered with the HPCSA and should have a practice number. Several people claim to be "nutrition experts" and do not always have the necessary knowledge to help you.

- Hippocrates 400 BC