What Is the Cost of the Programme

Allergy Clinic: Pick up a leaflet about this do not require a doctor’s referral, although if service or download a leaflet from you have one that is fine too. www.bonsecoursireland.org/index.cfm/page/ Simply ring our secretary, or log onto our Bon Secours Hospital cork-dietetics website or in writing. Please give your name, College Road, Cork, Ireland. address, contact number and the reason you Exams and stress or your child needs to see a Dietitian. Nutrition for Children What students eat and drink in the run up to & Adolescents exams can affect their performance. While it What does an appointment cost? is necessary to ‘put in the hours’ studying, taking time to eat healthily, get fresh air and Initial consultation costs €75 exercise are also very important preparations (takes up to 60 minutes) for a clear and focused mind. Review costs €50

Eating Disorders Can I submit fees to my private DEPARTMENT OF While we do accept requests to see children health insurance company? and adolescents with eating disorders we Dietitian consultations can be submitted via NUTRITION & DIETETIC strongly recommend that they are seen by a your Health Insurance Provider, ‘Day To Clinical Psychologist or Child Psychiatrist Day Medical Expenses’, for partial with a specialty in eating disorders first. We reimbursement (€20-45 depends on your SERVICES FOR CHILDREN will then work with your team to devise a level and excess). balanced meal plan and work with you throughout the recovery process. What about tax rebate? Outstanding fees can be submitted on your Autism Spectrum Disorders Med 1 Tax Form see www.revenue.ie for a Learning Disabilities further 20% rebate We do accept requests to see children with these conditions. Specific diets can be discussed with parents and practical tips We hope that many of your questions given to help you to optimize nutritional have been answered within this leaflet, intake. but should you have any further queries then do not hesitate to contact us: How Do I Make An Appointment? 021 4941930 The Dietetic Out-Patient Service is available to anyone who wishes to see a Dietitian. We

you have concerns about the types or variety Indigestion & Reflux of food that your children eat, a Dietitian can These conditions require individual dietetic help to review the diet and provide advice. If assessment and advise. Please contact us to your child has a medical condition we offer make an appointment with a Dietitian. advice specific to the condition, and the to nutritional requirements of your child such Bone health as: Calcium and vitamin D are vital for optimum bone development. Constipation: Fibre & fluid are the key nutrients for prevention of constipation. We will review if your child’s diet and advise Dem bones dem bones need about foods that can help. calcium!

Faddy eaters: We can help with advice on Did you know that children need Getting the balance right! ways to combat food aversion and key children need 3 servings of dairy A healthy balanced diet is essential to aid pointers for introducing a more balanced produce or alternatives daily and growth and development for young children diet. teenagers need 5 daily. and adolescents. Failure to thrive or underweight children Some children require extra nutrients to aid Weight management service or speed up their growth and development. Our Healthy Lifestyle Programme involves Your child will be seen by our Paediatric an individual assessment of current intake Specialist Dietitian. Advice will be given and exercise levels. Underlying medical taking into account any existing medically conditions such as diabetes, allergies or conditions. gastrointestinal conditions can be incorporated into your own menu plan. Weaning difficulties Sometimes parents have difficulty weaning Kids and activity babies onto solid food or are uncertain what foods they should be introducing at each Did you know stage. Our Dietitian can help and advise you that children on suitable foods to try. need 60 minutes of activity every Gastrointestinal complaints such as day to be fit and Coeliac Disease healthy. We use a life size replica of the food pyramid Inflammatory Bowel Disease to educate children about healthy eating. If - Crohn’s Disease - Ulcerative Colitis Those who have very high activity levels that is competitive level may need to ensure that they are getting adequate carbohydrates (bread, potato, rice, pasta, cereals) in their diet and plenty of fluids. It is recommended to have their diet assessed by a dietitian. This can also help with maximizing performance levels.

Diabetes Diabetes mellitus is a long-term disorder characterised by high blood sugar levels. This is due to insufficient production of insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas. Normal blood sugar ranges between 4- 7mmol/l.

A healthy diet and good exercise routines are essential to help control blood sugar levels and weight control. If you have any concerns please contact us to make an appointment.