So what are you doing instead for a weight loss program? W/W is a great program but a nutritionist can provide you with 'what to eat' but unless they hve a psych background they can't help you with the whys?
Nutritionists can do the 1) portion control help, 2) what to eat for good nutrition and 3) help come up with food plans (I know that is what I am studying for). Most of my professors recommend a W/W type program (counting calories; watching fat; increasing fiber/points and eating more whole foods).
thanks for trying... i mean i need to 1 on one help w diet to stay motivated. was hoping to hear from someone who has tried nutrition from what is usually a chiropractor
Your best motivator is yourself, honey. If you don't have the motivation within YOU, it will be hard for anyone else to keep you going.
It's kind of like quitting smoking. You have to WANT to do it for it to work.
However, I see nothing at all wrong with wanting to find a motivator. I know how hard it can be to start something and stick with it. That's how I ended up fat; I'd start a diet and give up shortly after. Which is why I don't diet anymore! But even with an 'outside' motivator, you still have to have your own motivation for it to work. If you can find and keep motivation and determination, you've got it licked.
Not to be mean but like LLV said motivation comes from within. Not an outside source. Outside sources can inspire you but your motivation has to come from within yourself.
Can you not utilize the boards here and at many other sites for the 'one on one' or find a buddy to e-mail back and forth with for that 'one on one feeling?'
I see a nutritionist once a year to touch base and see if there are any new nifty diabetes finds out there, or if I need to be getting more of something. A nutritionist can't do anything except help you figure out what you should be doing. They are very helpful in determining your individual needs, especially if you have medical issues (I have type one diabetes, genetically high cholestrol, osteoarthritis, and i'm anemic...and just turned 20 -_-). However, if you know what you should be doing, but just can't seem to follow through with doing it, they can't help with that. THey are pretty much informational support, even though the might provide some degree of social.
Just an FYI- 'nutritionist' can be anyone in most states, someone can just decide to call themselves one with no education or testing or anything. You would probably be better off seeing a dietitician- they have at least a 4 year degree, plus supervised internship & national testing for registration...plus if your doctor refers you & you have a medical necessity, according to your insurance, it may be a covered benefit. I've seen both over the years- dietiticians when I've been dealing with some major medical stuff & I've seen a nutritionalist at the university health center.
I agree that a nutritionist or even a dietician will probably just give you a plan similar to WW (almost every sensible plan includes portion control, less processed foods, fruits and veggies, etc.--we all know the deal ). If what you need is truly one-on-one accountability and support, I might suggest some sort of counselor (therapist, physchologist--anyone who will listen and help you to work through issues, including those you may have with food).
thanks guys...
christine-thanks yes i know but i also know some chiro's have degrees in clinical nutrition meaning theyve had extra training(i know for a fact bc the chiro in my office has it but we dont get along but i know another chiro i met when i used to get massages in his office so im going to try there.
thanks any.... actually i do have medical issues and indiv. needs so i thought it be helpful.m thanks for sharing
Mine was extremely helpful in guiding me on how to eat for my needs. Like anything else, talk to them and make sure they aren't just the type who will give you a one size fits all.
Hope you have a great experience with whatever you decide!
actually i only plan to do it if this one guy i know does it. im waiting for call back from his office. the recep didnt know and he wasnt in yet. if not ill just stick to ww.
clinical nutrition anyone?
). If what you need is truly one-on-one accountability and support, I might suggest some sort of counselor (therapist, physchologist--anyone who will listen and help you to work through issues, including those you may have with food).
