Nutrition & Dietetics
Our Services
We offer a comprehensive range of nutrition and dietetic services tailored to meet the needs of both patients and caregivers. Our dedicated team of professionals provide personalised guidance and support to ensure your optimal health and well-being once you are under our care.
Our nutrition programmes
In addition to providing services such as nutrition assessments, personalised care planning, and education on therapeutic diets, we also offer tailored nutrition programmes to meet diverse needs. These include:
- Weight management
- Cardiac rehabilitation nutrition
- Chronic disease management
- Feeding clinic
- Complementary feeding
Weight management
Transform your health with personalised, evidence-based nutrition and practical dietary guidance from our expert team of dietitians at Gleneagles Hospital. Our weight management programme goes beyond just weight loss – it focuses on improving overall health, preventing or managing chronic conditions, and supporting long-term well-being. If you're managing or at risk of conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or heart disease, this programme can significantly enhance your health outcomes.
Many individuals struggle with weight loss on their own, and maintaining lasting results can be challenging without professional support. Our dedicated dietitians are here to guide you with tailored strategies to help you reach your goals and embrace a healthier lifestyle.
Let us help you achieve your weight goals and lasting success!
Programme overview
| Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 | Session 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| • Comprehensive nutrition assessment • Body composition analysis • Goal setting • Personalised advice on diet-related topics |
• Progress tracking • Continued dietary guidance |
• Final programme assessment • Evaluation of diet challenges • Body composition analysis • Dietary plan for sustainable long-term weight management |
For comprehensive package only • Group supermarket tour to sharpen your label-reading skills and help you discover a variety of nutritious and healthier food options. |
Who should join?
Individuals who are:
- Motivated to lose weight and committed to sustainable lifestyle changes
- Ready to invest 12 – 16 weeks in improving health
- Seeking support on your weight loss journey
Benefits of weight loss
A modest weight loss of 5 – 10% can yield numerous benefits, such as:
- Increased energy levels
- Better heart health
- Lower risk of chronic diseases
- Improved mobility and joint health
- Enhanced mental well-being
The table below highlights specific weight loss targets and their expected outcomes for various health conditions.
| Diagnosis | Weight Loss Targets (%) | Expected Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Dyslipidaemia | 5 to ≥ 15 | Lower triglyceride, increase HDL, decrease LDL |
| Fatty liver disease | 10 to 40 | Reduction in liver fat and inflammation |
| GERD | ≥ 10 | Reduced symptoms (frequency and severity) |
| Hypertension | 5 to ≥ 15 | Lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure, reduction in antihypertensive medications |
| Osteoarthritis | 5 to 10 or more | Improve joint pain, and increase knee function |
| PCOS | 5 to 15 or more | Restore normal ovulation and menstruation Improve fertility health |
| Pre-diabetes | 10 | Prevent/delay the onset of T2DM |
| T2DM | 5 to ≥ 15 | Reduction in HbA1c Reduction in glucose lowering medications |
| Obstructive Sleep Apnoea | 7 to 11 or more | Decrease apnea/hypopnea index (AHI) |
Remarks: GERD, gastroesophageal reflux disease; HDL, high density lipoprotein; LDL, low density lipoprotein; NAFLD, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
(Reference: Garvey et al. Endocr Pract. 2016 Jul; 22(7):842-84)
** How much weight can I expect to lose?**
On average:
•\tSafe and sustainable rate of 0.5 - 1kg per week or 2 – 4 kg/month •\t5-10% reduction in body weight over 12 to 16 weeks
The amount of weight you can lose will vary depending on individual factors, such as your starting weight, lifestyle, and how consistently you follow the program.
Am I overweight / obese?
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a helpful tool to quickly assess your weight-related health risks.
BMI (kg/m²) = Weight (kg) / (height (m) x height (m))²
| BMI | Category | Health Risk |
|---|---|---|
| Less than 18.5 | Underweight | Risk of nutritional deficiency diseases and osteoporosis |
| 18.5 to 22.9 | Normal weight | Low |
| 23 to 27.4 | Overweight | Moderate |
| 27.4 to 32.4 | Obese | High |
| 32.5 to 37.4 | Severely Obese | Very High |
| 37.5 and above | Morbidly Obese | Very High |
BMI values for the Asian population according to MOH guidelines (NIH Consensus Conference).
Get started
Together, we will focus on creating healthy habits that are sustainable, helping you achieve not only your weight loss goals but also a healthier lifestyle that you can maintain in the long term.
Schedule your first session to learn more and get started on your health journey.
To make an appointment, call +65 6812 3781 or email parkway.dietetics@ihhhealthcare.com.
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