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Nutrition FAQs

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  • How much does a nutrition consult cost?
  • What does it mean to eat healthy?
  • What can the registered dietitian do for me?
  • Why see a registered dietitian over a nutritionist?
  • How does a registered dietitian help support heart health?
  • What are some of the reasons I would want to see a registered dietitian?
  • What type of information will the registered dietitian need to help me?
  • What are some of the resources the registered dietitian will provide?
  • How often should I meet with a registered dietitian
  • How many extra calories per day should I add in pregnancy?
  • How much folic acid should I take in pregnancy?
  • How can I get folic acid in my diet?
  • Why do I need to take a folic acid supplement prior to becoming pregnant?
  • Why is iron supplementation important in pregnancy?
  • What foods are good sources of iron?
  • What is the difference between a portion and a serving?
  • How are serving sizes measured?
  • What is the difference between portion size and serving size?
  • How much should I eat? How much should I eat?
  • How can I keep track of how much I eat?
  • What foods should I avoid in pregnancy?
  • What is meant by setting a SMART goal?
  • How do I make a SMART goal?
  • What is an example of a SMART goal?
  • Coming soon!
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