Jonathan Steedman, a dietitian, discusses the challenges of addressing nutrition confusion, client expectations, and the impact of poor nutrition information. They explore the concept of sunk cost fallacy in client consultations and share tips for finding joy in life. They also recommend a parody TikTok reel and highlight the benefits of subscribing to Sigma Nutrition Premium.
Provide clear and concise recommendations to clients, focusing on easily understandable and implementable changes.
Prioritize one to two key changes for clients to maximize impact and prevent cognitive overload.
Consider more frequent visits initially to maintain momentum, troubleshoot challenges, and provide ongoing accountability for clients' success.
Deep dives
Avoid overwhelming clients with information
When working with clients, it is important to resist the urge to overload them with too much information. Instead of trying to impress clients with your nutrition knowledge, focus on providing clear, concise recommendations that they can easily understand and implement. By keeping the education simpler and more focused, clients are more likely to follow through and make positive changes.
Focus on one to two interventions
Rather than overwhelming clients with a long list of interventions, prioritize one to two key changes that will have the biggest impact on their goals. By giving clients a clear focus and preventing cognitive overload, they are more likely to successfully implement and maintain these changes. This approach allows for better triage and more effective interventions.
Consider the frequency of visits
Reconsider the traditional model of seeing clients every four weeks. Instead, consider more frequent visits initially to maintain momentum, troubleshoot challenges, and provide ongoing accountability. While there may be financial concerns, the value of helping clients achieve results outweighs the potential cost.
Addressing poor information
In practice, it is common to encounter clients who have been exposed to poor nutrition information. These misconceptions may include fear of specific food groups or adherence to unscientific tests and protocols. When addressing these issues, approach the conversation with empathy, refrain from attacking individuals, and focus on dismantling the misinformation with evidence-based explanations.
Finding joy in nutrition
Consider joy as an important aspect of nutrition. Encourage clients to incorporate foods and activities that bring them joy, recognizing the significance of mental and emotional nourishment alongside physical well-being.
Connecting with John O'Steeman
For more nutrition content and insights, visit John O'Steeman's website at www.lightergmenutrition.com.au. Additionally, connect with him on Instagram @johnosteedman for engaging and informative content on nutrition.
There is no shortage of misleading, confusing and even dangerous nutrition information on the internet. And, unfortunately, much of it can sound very convincing and appealing to people who wish to improve their health. The result can be that they may end up ironically doing the opposite.
At an individual level, dietitians and medical practitioners end up having to work with patients who have heard incorrect information or who have been following poor advice.
What issues does this present? What is the most productive way to help patients and clients in this situation? How can we help give better information while also listening and caring for the patient?
To discuss such questions, dietitian Jonathan Steedman is on the podcast to share his experiences and approaches to spreading evidence-based information in a palatable and productive manner.
About The Guest:
Jonathan Steedman is an Acredited Practising Dietitian (APD) in Australia. He currently works with patientes via telehealth services. He is well-known on social media for explaining confusing nutrition topics in a way that is understandable and engaging for the general population.
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