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Dietetic Advice

Dietary intervention is foundational to obesity care. We help patients implement realistic, enjoyable eating patterns that create a sustainable calorie deficit while improving metabolic health.

Core Principles of Dietetic Intervention

* Energy balance: Aim for a daily energy deficit of about 500–1,000 kcal (roughly 0.5–1 kg per week).
* Macronutrients: Customise carbs, fats and protein to help you feel full and keep your blood sugar levels steady.
* Food quality: Focus on whole foods, foods high in fibre, fewer ultra-processed foods and added sugars.
* Eating patterns: Consider options like time-restricted eating or intermittent fasting if they work for you.
* Behaviour: Practice mindful eating, manage triggers, handle stress and sleep well and have a plan for when you might slip up.

Dietetic Advice

Clinical Diet Models (Overview)

  • Low carbohydrate diets (like ketogenic or Atkins): they can help you feel less hungry and lower your insulin levels, but they might be hard to stick with for long.
  • Low fat diets: these are easy to follow and focus on whole grains and legumes to keep refined carbs at bay.
  • Mediterranean diets: they are great for heart health and weight loss, but it all comes down to keeping an eye on your calorie intake.
  • DASH diets: these are especially good for high blood pressure and can help you lose weight if you plan your meals carefully.
  • Very low calorie diets (less than 800 kcal a day): these are best for short-term use and should only be done under medical supervision.
  • Intermittent fasting: this involves setting specific times for eating and fasting, which some people find easier than counting calories.
  • High protein: This can help you feel fuller for longer and keep your muscles strong when you are losing weight.
  • Plant-based: These diets are rich in fibre and low in calories. Just remember to include B12, iron and omega-3 fatty acids in your plan.

Why Mr. Spyros Panagiotopoulos?

Working with specialist dietitians, Mr. Panagiotopoulos ensures that nutrition plans are individualised, culturally sensitive and aligned with each patient’s medical profile for durable results.

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