Nutrition

Our comprehensive nutrition assessment provides a thorough analysis of your current dietary habits and recommendations for improvement. Our dietitians will identify whether your current habits increase your risk of disease or contribute to secondary conditions you may be experiencing.

The assessment includes the following services:

• Food Analysis - A thorough analysis of your diet, including:
  • Types of food you eat
  • Timing of those foods
  • Weight issues as a result of your food choices
  • Issues such as energy, weight and body composition that may result from various food choices
  • Relation of diet and illness
• Review of dietary supplements
• Evaluation of your current over-the-counter or prescription drugs and supplements and their interaction with certain foods
• Preparation of a customized balanced eating plan that takes into consideration your current lifestyle

Our comprehensive sport nutrition assessment is designed to provide you with a detailed plan to help you achieve your sports performance goals. Our registered dietitians will work closely with you to optimize your food intake as it relates to your sport-specific requirement.

The assessment includes the following:

• Analyzing your food, including the timing and types of foods you consume; issues such as energy, weight and body composition that may result from various food choices; the relation of diet and illness; and how your diet may be impacting your risk of developing chronic disease.
• Types of food you eat.
• Timing of those foods.
• Energy generated based on your food.
• Review of your supplements.
• Evaluation of your energy and macronutrient needs (protein, carbohydrates, and fat) for your level of activity, preferred ratios and isolating deficiencies.
• Identification of underlying health issues that could impact your ability to train and compete.
• Anemia.
• Stress fractures.
• Eating disorders.
• Preparation of a customized balanced eating plan that takes into consideration your current lifestyle and schedule.

The resting metabolic rate test, a 15-minute non-invasive assessment, uses diagnostic technology to determine how many calories your body burns while at rest. The results of this test are fundamental for estimating how many calories you should be eating and helpful for those trying to manage their weight This test is also valuable for active individuals who want to know how to effectively eat for their sport. At the conclusion of the test, you will meet with a dietitian to discuss a customized meal plan based upon your energy requirements.

Menopause can make you feel like you’re losing control of your body, but we can help you manage those changes. This program will empower you to understand your habits and eating patterns with practical nutrition and lifestyle adjustments to reduce disease risk, alleviate symptoms, and enhance overall health and vitality. Designed to help you navigate the changes of menopause, the program will equip you with the tools you need to take control of your health and thrive through this new stage of life.

This extensive package offers an initial one-hour consultation and five 30-minute follow-ups, totaling 3.5 hours.

Program overview

An initial assessment includes diet and medical history, concerns, and goal discussion. This initial evaluation tailors the program to your unique needs. Each session will cover various topics customized to your menopause and nutrition journey.

• Symptom management: Strategies to mitigate common menopause symptoms.
• Metabolic changes: Addressing protein intake and bone health changes during menopause.
• Neuroprotection/brain health: Foods and practices to protect brain health during menopause.
• Heart health: Nutritional tips for maintaining cardiovascular health.
• Stress management and sleep hygiene: Techniques to manage stress and improve sleep quality.
• Introduction to exercise: Guidance on incorporating beneficial physical activity into your routine.
• Anti-inflammatory foods and supplements: Information on foods and supplements that can reduce inflammation and support overall health.

This program is designed to help you maintain long-term brain health and lower your risk of age-related dementia through nutrition. You will learn about your changing nutritional needs as you age. Your registered dietitian will help you identify neuroprotective foods and nutrients, discover eating patterns linked to lower dementia rates, and find ways to meet your nutritional needs even as your appetite and tastes change. Stay sharp and healthy and gain a deeper understanding of how to eat to enhance your brain health.

This comprehensive package includes an initial hour-long consultation followed by three half-hour follow-ups, totaling 2.5 hours. The focus is on maintaining brain health and preventing dementia.

Program overview

During each session, we will cover a wide variety of topics customized to your brain health and nutrition journey.

• Neuroprotective foods, antioxidants, omega-3 fats, and the MIND diet: Learn about foods that protect brain health and reduce dementia risk.
• Sleep hygiene: Discover techniques to improve sleep quality and overall brain function.
• Stress management: Explore methods to manage stress effectively for better cognitive health.
• Alcohol reduction: Understand the impact of alcohol on brain health and how to enjoy less.
• Brain-boosting activities: Learn about activities and exercises that enhance cognitive function and memory.
• Fostering social connections: Recognize the importance of social interactions for brain health and gain an understanding of ways to create and maintain social connections.

Have you ever wondered why it seems like you’re always hungry? Why you crave some foods more than others? Why you feel comforted when you have certain foods? It turns out that our overall health is determined by a complex interplay of genetics, lifestyle choices and environmental factors.

Nutrigenomics is the science behind how genes and nutrition interact. Your genes predict how your body will respond to different nutrients, how you will perform and whether you will be more or less likely to develop disease, depending on which foods you eat. Nutrigenomics can explain why the same foods affect different people in different ways.

Evidence shows that one-size-fits-all nutrition recommendations are inefficient and often ineffective. Knowing your genetic variants can guide you to an eating pattern that meets your individual needs, and maximizes your health.

At Cleveland Clinic Canada, we are happy to offer this cutting edge genetic analysis to our patients. We work with a lab called Nutrigenomix, where world-renowned researchers have developed a comprehensive 70-gene test that covers areas such as sport performance, fertility, plant-based eating, skin health and general health.

Genetic analysis is the next frontier in personalized healthcare. Our test uses a simple saliva swab, and results come back in a few weeks. As the science evolves, more connections are made between genes, nutrition and wellness.

The fee for Nutrigenomics testing includes a one-hour follow up appointment with Devon Peart, Registered Dietitian at Cleveland Clinic Canada. Devon will review your results, and develop a personalized nutrition plan to incorporate your recommended foods and optimize your overall health.