Frequently asked questions

Faq’s

  • Teenagers are a special interest area however 50% of my client base are not teenagers. I work with both adults and the elderly and in some cases, the entire family. Our food choices are greatly influenced by our family eating culture, and it helps to have all family members striving to make healthy choices together. This is a key factor in success.

  • This is encouraged but not essential. It helps if one or both parents attend the first appointment to understand the process, contribute background information and to help implement the Nutrition strategy. Usually, one or both parents are responsible for purchasing and preparing the food for their teen, so it helps if they hear ‘firsthand’ the key recommendations. If you are unable attend that is fine too. I always email parents in advance to advise that their teen has made an appointment and I send a follow-up email with my recommendations. This is usually the protocol when the teen is at Boarding School. Parents are encouraged to contact me at any time with questions or concerns.

  • The clinic is located within the Blue House Dental building, 45 Grace Ave, Frenchs Forest 2086, phone 94510800 (opposite the Frenchs Forest shopping).

  • Yes, that’s it!

  • There are 4 car parks available at the Clinic. There is extra parking available at the front and back of the Forestway Shopping Centre. This is about a 3-minute walk.

  • Yes, that is a good idea! Please note your Nutrition appointment will take at least 1 hour and your dental appointment between 15 – 30 minutes, depending on what treatment you are having so please leave enough time. Start by booking your dental appointment and then email Edwina at info@nutrition4performance.com.au and request a time before or after your dental appointment.

  • You will be Invoiced after the appointment and requested to transfer funds.

  • Yes, this is included in the initial appointment.

  • An appointment costs $250

    • An initial nutrition assessment

    • A Body Composition scan using an Inbody 570

    • A suggested weekly eating plan (guide only)

    • A competition day plan (if appropriate)

  • Yes – please bring any recent blood tests (within the last 3 months) and any supplements you are currently taking.

  • Yes, you will be sent three documents in advance via email.

    1. Medical health history

    2. 3-day diet diary

    3. Training or exercise diary

  • Yes, just bring it to the appointment. However, if you return the paperwork prior to your appointment Edwina will have time to review before your appointment rather than during the appointment.

  • We will discuss your current diet and exercise regime, your Inbody Analysis report and a strategy for achieving your nutrition and health goals.

  • Yes, you will be sent a specific eating plan for one week that is compatible with your health goals and current exercise regime.

  • Yes

  • In cases where diet is inadequate or there are obvious nutritional deficiencies, you will be recommended supplements.

  • Edwina sources supplements from 4 ‘Practitioner only’ supplement companies due to the rigorous testing and efficacy of the products.

  • Yes, a parent needs to stay for the appointment. Much of the advice related to diet and nutrition will need to be implemented by the primary carer.

  • There is no refund under Medicare. Depending on your private health insurance and level of cover you may be able to claim the initial Nutrition appointment (not supplements)

  • A follow-up appointment takes between 45 minutes and 1 hour. Note: an initial Nutrition assessment is 1 hour.

  • $250

  • Depending on your private health insurance and level of cover you may be able to claim follow-up Nutrition appointments (not supplements). Please check with your individual provider.

  • Yes. The results will be compared to your initial Analysis.

  • The Inbody machine is in the Nutrition clinic at the Blue House, 45 Grace Ave, Frenchs Forest.

  • It is best to wear light clothes such as active wear or shorts and tee-shirt. Feel free just to wear boxer shorts. What is more important is to right down what you wear so the next time you come you wear the same outfit to ensure consistency in the data.

  • No. You should not have an Inbody Analysis if you have a pacemaker.

  • It is not recommended to have an Inbody Analysis if you are pregnant.

  • In total allow 30 minutes for an Inbody Analysis Only. The actual data measurement takes approximately 15 minutes. The post Analysis review also takes approximately 15 minutes.

  • No, the Inbody is not an X-ray and does not generate any radiation.

  • Yes, a child over 10 can benefit from the individual data generated by an Inbody Analysis.

  • The Inbody initially takes an accurate height and weight measurement. It then sends a light electrical current at three different frequencies through your body measuring resistance.

  • No – you will not feel anything.

  • Yes, the Inbody prints a one-page report direct to the printer and the results will be available immediately.

  • Yes, your data will be stored on a secure computer. The data will only be discussed with you. It is only stored to use as a benchmark against your future measurements.

  • Yes, an initial Nutrition Assessment appointment takes 1 hour and includes an Inbody Analysis.

  • I recommend at least 3 times per year (every 4 months) to track changes. At a minimum once per year will give you a baseline health monitoring tool.