Heart Health: Dietitian Melbourne
We are dietitians supporting heart heath, located in Hawthorn East, South Yarra, Mount Waverley Melbourne.
How our dietitians in Hawthorn, South Yarra & Mount Waverley support your heart health
Strong evidence suggests that dietary patterns have an important influence on our cardiovascular health. A healthy diet helps to keep our heart and blood vessels in good shape. All parts of our body rely on our circulatory system to receive the blood and nutrients they need, and to make sure unwanted waste products are removed. Eating well and healthy dietary patterns can make a meaningful contribution to preventing health complications associated with our heart.
A key focus for our dietitians is heart health. If you have a family history of heart disease, it is important to seek advice from your GP or specialist doctor to coordinate your care. We act as an extension to their care, providing realistic and practical recommendations to support your heart health.
Dietary advice to reduce your risk of heart disease
A preventive approach is key to minimising your heart health risks and our dietitians, experienced in heart health, can work alongside your doctor to provide dietary advice and recommendations to support you.
If you have developed warning signs of heart disease such as high blood pressure, high triglycerides or high cholesterol, our dietitians will provide tailored dietary advice specific to your circumstances. Left untreated, these conditions can lead to complications such has heart attacks and stroke so it’s really important to seek professional support and act on the advice. Small dietary and lifestyle modifications can help you maintain good health and the changes may be easier than you think.
Some patients living with heart conditions also suffer from kidney impairment, liver conditions and/or gastrointestinal symptoms. You may also be concerned about developing Type 2 diabetes. Our holistic approach provides realistic and effective strategies to address these complex interactions and support good health.
Heart health conditions managed by our dietitians
Working with your GP or Specialist, our dietitians complement medical treatment with appropriate dietary advice and guidance to manage conditions including:
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- High cholesterol
- High triglycerides
- Atherosclerosis
- Heart Failure (heart dysfunction)
- Cardiac rehabilitation following heart attack or stroke
- Cardiac Cachexia
Our dietitians examine your medication, dietary intake, and dietary patterns. We then provide tailored evidenced based advice, allowing you to confidently manage your food choices and in doing so, reduce the risk of disease progression and associated health complications.