A FRAMEWORK FOR NUTRITION CONSULTATION - A STEP-BY-STEP APPROACH

Nutrition consultation has evolved over the post decodes from providin g information to identifying nutrition problems, as well as assisting clients modify behaviours. The process is multifaceted in nature, comp lex and has attained a level of sophistication which requires that die titians and nutritionists not only be aware of current clinical nutrit ion practices but also acquire expertise in problem solving, intervent ion and evaluation strategies. The purpose of this paper is to provide a framework for nutrition consultation which ton be useful to dietiti ans and nutritionists to improve their practice as well as to dietetic students learning how to counsel effectively. Conditions for successf ul application of the framework are also presented.