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Dietician

LinsT

Hi all,

I have an adult daughter with autism and ADHD.

Due to various food issues, she has gained a lot of weight. She recently discussed this with her GP, who referred her to a dietician. She saw that dietician today, who has told her she's not qualified to help her and had no pointers as to where she should now go for help!

What she needs is a step by step diet plan - she's feeling overwhelmed and doesn't know where to start. I can help her to some extent, but she lives independently and I only see her once a week.

Does anyone have any pointers to where we might be able to find some helpful resources? I've looked into private dieticians, but they cost so much more money than we can spare at the moment Cry

  1. I would be grateful for any help at all Green heart
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  • Hi, I have seen several dieticians in UK and other countries including through NHS and privately because I have a lot of issues with food and digestion (which I now know are related to autism). I can highly recommend Dalia Weinreb https://www.dalianutrition.com . She probably saved my life and it is actually thanks to her that I realised I might be autistic and pursued a diagnosis. She has a lot of experience with autistic individuals. I know it is expensive - I initially had some help from university to cover sessions, but maybe you can at least contact her ? (I don’t know but even if too expensive might be worth to get in touch and maybe she can also point you towards other resources). It is so important to have someone advise you who understands about autism, is compassionate and able to help make lasting changes. I know there is a lot of information about healthy diet etc out there but it can be really good to have someone look at your current diet and help you prioritise some key changes that you can make that work for you and have maximum impact- otherwise it can just be overwhelming or not sustainable in long term. Dalia actually also helped my mum (with lowering cholesterol levels) and was able to help even with one session. I have been working with her on and off for 5 years and I am extremely grateful to all the support I have received. 

  • in reply to Ann :)

    Thank you for this - very useful x

    Glad to hear youve had some great support.

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