Nutrition & Dietetics at SDMH – Your Partner in Healthy Living & Medical Nutrition Care

Scientifically designed dietary plans for wellness, prevention, and recovery

December 4, 2025
SDMH Nutrition Team
12 min read
Nutrition, Dietetics, Wellness, SDMH
The Department of Nutrition & Dietetics at SDMH plays a vital role in promoting wellness, preventing lifestyle diseases, and supporting recovery through scientifically designed dietary plans. Our team of qualified clinical dietitians works closely with patients, doctors, and caregivers to create personalized nutrition programs that improve health outcomes, enhance healing, and support long-term wellness.

Our Expertise in Nutrition & Dietetics

Nutrition directly influences immunity, metabolism, healing, weight, and disease prevention. At SDMH, we focus on medical nutrition therapy, making sure that each patient receives the right nutrients in the right proportion.

Qualified clinical and therapeutic dietitians

Personalized diet plans for medical conditions

Nutrition support for hospitalized and outpatient patients

Special diets for children, adults, and elderly individuals

Diet education, counselling, and lifestyle modification programs

Focus on prevention, recovery, and long-term health

Conditions & Areas We Support

The Nutrition & Dietetics department provides medical and lifestyle-based dietary care for a wide range of health conditions:

Lifestyle Disorders

  • Obesity and weight management
  • Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
  • Thyroid disorders
  • High cholesterol and triglycerides
  • Hypertension

Digestive & Gastrointestinal Disorders

  • Acidity, GERD, and acid reflux
  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
  • Constipation and digestion issues
  • Liver disorders
  • Pancreatitis nutrition support

Cardiac & Kidney Conditions

  • Heart health diets
  • Low-sodium and cardiac-friendly diets
  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) dietary management
  • Dialysis nutrition plans

Women's Health & Pediatric Nutrition

  • Prenatal and postnatal diets
  • PCOS/PCOD nutrition support
  • Adolescent nutrition
  • Infant and child nutrition counselling

Critical Care & Clinical Nutrition

  • Nutrition support for ICU patients
  • Tube feeding (enteral and parenteral nutrition)
  • Therapeutic diets for surgery recovery
  • Diet modification for elderly patients

Our Services

SDMH provides comprehensive nutritional services for both inpatients and outpatients.

Personalized Diet Consultation

Each patient receives a tailored diet plan after evaluating medical condition, eating habits, nutritional deficiencies, and activity level.

Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)

Targeted nutrition plans designed specifically for diabetes, kidney disorders, cancer patients, heart disease, and gastrointestinal conditions.

Weight Management Programs

Healthy and sustainable weight loss or weight gain programs using calorie-balanced diets, portion control, and lifestyle recommendations.

Diet for Surgical Patients

Pre- and post-surgery diet plans to improve recovery, prevent complications, and promote tissue healing.

Diet Education & Counselling

We provide detailed counselling sessions on smart food choices, healthy cooking methods, reading nutrition labels, and mindful eating.

Nutritional Assessments

Including BMI analysis, body composition evaluation, dietary recall, calorie assessment, and deficiency screening.

Personalized Diet Evaluation

Each patient's diet plan is developed after comprehensive evaluation of:

  • Medical condition and health history
  • Current eating habits and lifestyle
  • Nutritional deficiencies and requirements
  • Activity level and metabolic rate
  • Food preferences and cultural considerations
  • Long-term health goals and objectives

Nutritional Assessments We Provide

Comprehensive assessment is the foundation of effective nutritional care:

BMI and body composition analysis

Dietary recall and food diary analysis

Calorie and nutrient requirement calculation

Deficiency screening and lab value interpretation

Who Should Visit a Dietitian?

A dietitian can help if you experience any of these symptoms. Early nutritional intervention improves healing and supports long-term disease prevention.

  • Unexplained weight gain or weight loss
  • Fatigue or low energy levels
  • Digestive problems after meals
  • Excessive cravings or eating imbalances
  • Nutrient deficiencies
  • Difficulty managing diabetes or thyroid levels
  • High cholesterol or blood pressure
  • PCOS symptoms related to food
  • Poor eating habits affecting lifestyle
  • Dietary challenges due to medical conditions

Why Choose SDMH for Nutrition & Dietetics?

SDMH emphasizes practical nutrition—ensuring that dietary changes are achievable, enjoyable, and effective.

Experienced clinical dietitians

Evidence-based diet recommendations

Customized nutrition plans for all age groups

Coordination with doctors for medical conditions

Focus on both prevention and recovery

Safe, practical, and sustainable dietary guidance

Supportive counselling with long-term follow-up

Holistic approach combining food, lifestyle, and wellness

Your Partner in Nutritional Wellness

Good nutrition is the foundation of good health. At SDMH, the Nutrition & Dietetics Department is dedicated to empowering individuals with the right knowledge, personalized diet plans, and ongoing support to achieve better health outcomes. Whether managing a chronic condition, recovering from illness, or striving for a healthier lifestyle, our dietitians guide every patient with care, expertise, and scientifically backed nutritional strategies.

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