This presentation has been developed by the NTOI committee as a support for any talks you may be giving over Nutritional Therapy Week NTW It is intended to help you with content as well as ensure consistency around some key messages such as the definition of Nutritional Therapy We have also inclu ID: 1032717
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1. 1Note to Nutritional TherapistsThis presentation has been developed by the NTOI committee as a support for any talks you may be giving over Nutritional Therapy Week (NTW) It is intended to help you with content as well as ensure consistency around some key messages such as the definition of Nutritional Therapy. We have also included some speaker notes (written as you might say it to an audience) to assist your presentations, but please feel free to amend with language you are comfortable with. We also recommend that you include additional detail / information in your presentation to make it unique to you / your practice. We have included some suggested areas in the next slide. The aim is for this presentation to support you in your talks, with an appreciation that some elements of content and speaker notes may be changed by you. We only ask that you do not vary the definition of Nutritional Therapy and that you do not take a position in opposition of any contained within this document, to ensure we do not have NTs contradicting one another. Thanks for your support in making NTW a success!The NTOI Committee.
2. 2Suggested additional slides for your presentationDetails of Nutritional Therapist clinicSpeciality areasCase studies and success storiesClinic offersPersonal health journeyEmerging research
3. 3NTW Events – types & promotionExamples of types of events Article in local magazineInterview slot in local radioArticle in local paperReduced consultation offer for NTWFree mini consultations in health shop & pharmaciesProvide cookery demo / nutrition talks to local group: school, business, health store, sports club, active retirement group, support groups for chronic conditions, yoga classesExamples of how to promote:Leaflet and postersSocial mediaLocal radio / newspapersPartnerships with existing establishments such as gyms or health storesVia NTOI website
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6. 6What is your medicine?
7. So what is Nutritional Therapy?Nutritional therapy is an evidence based approach to maximising one’s health potential through personalised nutritional and lifestyle changes. It promotes the benefits of good, wholesome, unprocessed foods for optimal well-being, as well as the therapeutic effects of particular foods for specific health conditions.Nutritional therapy treats the body as a whole while seeking the root source of health concerns, rather than simply treating the symptoms.
8. 8How can Nutritional Therapy benefit You?Digestive Problems (Constipation, Diarrhoea, Bloating, IBS, Reflux, Food allergies/Intolerances, Diverticulitis)Weight problems (Weight gain/inability to lose weight, sugar cravings, blood sugar imbalances, diabetes)Cardio-Vascular Health (Raised cholesterol, high blood pressure, Metabolic Syndrome)Mental health & General Wellbeing (Low mood, Anxiety, Fatigue, Poor Concentration)Hormonal Imbalances/Women’s Health (infertility, PMS, PCOS, Endometriosis, Menopause symptoms, Recurring Thrush, Cystitis.) Autoimmune conditions ( such as Autoimmune Thyroid Disease, Lupus, Psoriasis, Rheumatoid arthritis, that often do not respond to conventional medicine)Detoxification & Skin Conditions (Acne, Eczema, Rosacea)
9. 9What can I expect from a Nutritional Therapists?Nutritional Therapy is not intended to replace conventional medicines but to complement them, and, where necessary, dietary changes can be made under the supervision of a Medical Doctor.1. Personalised diet & lifestyle advice2. Targeted therapeutic foods and supplements3. Practical meal suggestions that suit YOU INDIVIDUAL HEALTH NEEDS & GOALS
10. 10Where can I find a Nutritional Therapists?NTOI registered practitioners:Minimum 3 year diploma covering areas such as biochemistry, pathology & physiologyExtensive clinical practiceFull insurance coverOngoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirementsPlease visit http://membership.ntoi.ie/find-practitioner/
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12. 1. Get the balance right at mealtimes12Source: BANT / Healthy eating plate
13. 2. Eat a rainbow every day13The colours in whole foods are given by natural chemical compounds called PhytonutrientsPhytonutrients protect against disease and promote healthHow many colours could you eat on a daily basis?
14. 14How to eat a variety of colours
15. 153. Choose whole natural foodsunprocessed, unrefined and free from additives or other artificial substancesExamples include nuts, beans, eggs, fish, meat.. And of course fruits and vegetables!These foods retain their enzymes, vitamins, minerals and all their nutritional powerFor these reasons, whole foods may be protective against chronic disease as they have good levels of fibre, anti-oxidants and phytochemicalsAdditionally, processing of foods adds things that you may not have chosen to put in your body had you been awareTOP TIP: A long ingredient list is not a good thing, made worse if you do not recognise the names – always read labels!
16. 164. Ditch diet foods and eat healthy fats
17. 175. Limit your intake of added sugar
18. 18Levels of sugar consumption for optimal healthHigh Sugar:>15g / 100gMedium Sugar:5 - 15g / 100gLow Sugar:<5g / 100gFor optimal health & disease prevention WHO recommends sugar as less than 5% of daily energy intake.This is approx. 6 teaspoons for an adult of normal BMIRemember, this is a limit, not a target
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