Therapeutic Nutrition in Palamós

Personalised nutrition plans for the treatment and prevention of diseases.

What Is Therapeutic Nutrition?

Therapeutic Nutrition is the use of diet and food as a tool for treating and preventing disease. It goes beyond conventional nutrition, adapting food intake to the specific needs of each patient according to their condition.

At Clínica Eupnea, Ms Yolanda Jiménez Monroig, a qualified dietitian-nutritionist, designs personalised nutrition plans in coordination with the medical team to achieve the best therapeutic results.

Areas of Focus

  • Nutrition in respiratory diseases: Specific plans for patients with COPD, asthma and pulmonary fibrosis to improve respiratory function and muscle mass.
  • Nutrition in metabolic diseases: Nutritional treatment for type 1 and type 2 diabetes, obesity, dyslipidaemias and metabolic syndrome.
  • Nutrition in cardiovascular diseases: Heart-healthy diets for the prevention and treatment of hypertension, cholesterol and coronary disease.
  • Nutrition in digestive diseases: Dietary treatment for IBS, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, gastritis, reflux and SIBO.
  • Food intolerances and allergies: Elimination and controlled reintroduction diets for coeliac disease, lactose and fructose intolerances and food allergies.
  • Oncological nutrition: Nutritional support during chemotherapy, radiotherapy and the post-operative period to prevent malnutrition and improve quality of life.
  • Nutrition during pregnancy and breastfeeding: Plans tailored to each trimester to ensure the proper development of the baby and the health of the mother.
  • Child and adolescent nutrition: Dietary guidelines for healthy growth, weight management and eating behaviour disorders.
  • Nutritional support for smoking cessation: Weight control and management of food-related anxiety during the process of quitting smoking.

Our Method

The therapeutic nutrition process at Clínica Eupnea follows a rigorous protocol to ensure lasting results:

Complete Nutritional Assessment

  • Analysis of eating habits: Detailed dietary record and identification of eating patterns.
  • Body composition study: Bioimpedance to measure fat, muscle mass, body water and basal metabolism.
  • Review of medical history: Coordination with the medical team to integrate the diet with pharmacological treatment.
  • Assessment of intolerances: Identification of possible food intolerances or allergies.

Personalised Plan

Design of an eating plan adapted to the clinical needs, personal preferences, culinary culture and goals of the patient. Each plan includes weekly menus, shopping lists and easy-to-prepare recipes.

Ongoing Follow-Up

Periodic reviews (every 2-4 weeks initially) to assess progress, adjust the nutrition plan and ensure adherence to treatment. Long-term follow-up is key to maintaining the results achieved.

FAQs About Therapeutic Nutrition in Palamós

Therapeutic nutrition is a prescribed medical treatment supervised by a dietitian that adapts food intake to a specific condition, based on scientific evidence.

Diabetes, obesity, coeliac disease, IBD, kidney failure, dyslipidaemias, eating disorders and food intolerances.

Chronic diseases: lifelong; obesity: 6-12 months; intolerances: 3-6 months. Reviews every 2-4 weeks initially.

Bioimpedance measures body fat, muscle mass, water and basal metabolism. Quick and non-invasive.

Yes, fundamental for IBS, reflux, gastritis, intolerances and SIBO. The FODMAP diet improves IBS in 75% of patients.

Some insurers include nutrition visits. Contact us on 872 21 75 91 about your coverage.

Oncological nutrition improves treatment tolerance, reduces post-operative complications by 40% and improves quality of life.

May be due to excess calories, hormonal imbalances or muscle gain. A nutritionist can do a complete assessment.