Cecilia Alamag
Licensed Nutritionist and Dietitian
Service Description
Cecilia Alamag, RND, MSc Certifications and Qualifications: · Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition · Master of Science degree in Applied Nutrition minor in Biochemistry · Licensed Nutritionist-Dietitian My specialization and interest is in the nutritional and weight management of patients with Type 2 Diabetes. If you have diabetes (or providing care for a loved one having diabetes), I would be able to help you achieve a healthy weight and diet for better glucose control and diabetes care. I will assess your current dietary pattern that contributes to your health status. Then, we will create meal plans that optimally meet your daily nutritional needs in consideration of your medical and nutritional status and food preferences. Your doctor may tell you the food you need to avoid about your medical condition but only Nutritionist-Dietitians can tailor-made an individualized diet for you and recommend food and meal plans. Aside from Type 2 Diabetes and weight management, I could also help with Nutrition Therapy for the following conditions: · Insulin Insensitivity/Resistance · Glucose Intolerance · Hyperglycemia (Elevated Blood Glucose Level) · Hypercholesterolemia (Elevated Blood Cholesterol Level) · Gout/Hyperuricemia (Elevated Blood Uric Acid) · Atherosclerosis · Hypertension unrelated to kidney disease · Anxiety and Depression · Weight loss for individuals without other medical conditions Through my nutrition counseling, you will learn and experience the following: · Assessment of your current nutritional status and dietary pattern · Biochemical and pathophysiological background of your medical and nutritional condition · Normal body weight according to your gender and height · Recommended daily calories and macronutrient (Carbohydrate, Protein, Fat) intake · Healthy weight loss · Nutrient interaction and health effects of your medications · Carbohydrate, Protein, Fats, and Energy Counting · Food to avoid and healthy food items to include in the diet · Creating your own meal plan according to your preference and recommended intake · Diet and Nutritional Status Monitoring · Medical Lab Results Monitoring