FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Your Nutrition Questions Answered

FAQ: FAQ

WHAT IS A DIETITIAN?

A Registered Dietitian is a regulated healthcare professional and is considered the expert in nutrition. Dietitians require 4+ years of schooling and ongoing learning throughout their career. They are also required to maintain provincial college registration to ensure public safety and accurate education.
When receiving nutrition counselling services - make sure to check if your provider is regulated. In Alberta to check if your nutrition practitioner is registered you can search up their registration number from the College of Dietitians of Alberta.

You are ENCOURAGED to question how/if your care providers are qualified to offer you expert care.

WILL MY HEALTH INSURANCE PAY FOR DIETITIAN SERVICES?

A number of health care plans will cover Dietitian services when provided by a regulated health professional. Call your provider and ask about your specific coverage options.

I do not direct bill but I am able to provide you with a detailed receipt for submission to your insurance company.

MY CHILD IS A STUDENT ATHLETE, CAN YOU HELP WITH THEIR NUTRITION?

I love working with student athletes! I think starting early and getting great nutrition is one of the best ways athletes can excel and continue in their sport for many years to come!

Unfortunately I am not currently accepting any 1:1 consults with athletes under 15/16 at this time. But I would be happy to provide you with some names of other trusted sports dietitians who specialize in younger age groups!

WHY ARE YOU THE BEST OPTION FOR MY NUTRITION COUNSELLING?

Great question!
Send me a message and let's find out.

If I cannot provide you with the services you require - I am more than happy to refer you to another Dietitian who can better assist you with your goals.

DO YOU PROVIDE TEAM/GROUP NUTRITION COUNSELLING AND EDUCATION?

We are happy to offer team and group nutrition education! This could be provided to sports teams for specific events, or general nutrition to your personal running group. We are happy to accommodate specific nutrition education - or just general advice.

CAN YOU HELP WITH ... WEIGHT LOSS, CHOLESTEROL MANAGEMENT, DIABETES, ETC...?

My primary focus is sport and performance nutrition and unfortunately I do not offer specific consults for weight management or general health concerns at this time.

If you are an athlete or active person looking to manage health concerns during training, send me a message to see if it may be something I could assist with!

If you are unsure if I am a good fit for your needs - send me a message and we can discuss in more detail!