Nutritherapy

Nutrithérapie

Weight Loss and Nutritional Therapy in Geneva

Nutritional therapy involves conducting an on-site assessment and then developing a specific nutritional program tailored to address issues such as high cholesterol, elevated urea levels, hypoglycemia, diabetes, constipation, being underweight or overweight, poor blood circulation, water retention, and so on.

Just as a plant needs water, light, and minerals to survive, the human body (composed of billions of cells) needs certain foods—such as fiber, water, protein, and other nutrients—to function optimally. Fiber, water, and protein are essential for proper metabolism. When the body receives the necessary elements, it avoids retaining what is superfluous. This means that a person may feel like they’re eating well while still gaining weight if their diet doesn’t provide the essential components.

It is only in this case that the body will NOT store or retain what it doesn’t need—which is what leads to weight gain. This explains how someone can eat once a day (at lunchtime, for example) and have a small salad or a piece of fruit in the evening yet still see their weight increase—the body simply doesn’t have what it NEEDS, so it holds onto everything it can, unfortunately.

When the body receives the nutrients it needs, it doesn’t hold onto excess; very few foods will be excluded from the program. How you prepare them plays a major role—so, to lose weight, you have to eat! My patients eat much more than they usually do, and they lose weight.

The difference between nutritional therapy and a diet is that with the former, you learn how to eat! And, very importantly, there’s no longer that yo-yo effect often seen after certain very restrictive diets. It’s easy to lose weight rapidly with some diets, but the weight will certainly come back at the next turn because, once again, the body doesn’t have what it needs—just like the example of the plant above!

• Very quickly during the program, you’ll experience certain changes, such as:

  • cravings for sugar, chocolate, etc., fade away, as we work to restore blood sugar levels (the concentration of glucose in the blood).

  • increased energy; patients often notice a surge in energy and an overall sense of well-being, because their bodies are receiving the necessary nutrients.

    • more regular bowel movements, which means better elimination,

    • less bloating after meals,

    • an increased desire to drink water,

    • gradual weight loss: weight is lost in a balanced way, affecting various areas of the body, rather than focusing solely on the areas where it’s easiest to lose weight

• This nutrition program in Geneva is primarily aimed at three categories of people:

• Those who want to learn how to eat healthily: many are looking to re-educate themselves about nutrition and make informed choices.

• Those who want to lose weight: the program is designed to promote sustainable weight loss by balancing nutritional intake.

• Those looking to gain weight: for those who have difficulty reaching a healthy weight, tailored solutions are offered.

The goal isn’t just to lose weight, but to learn how to incorporate healthy food choices into your daily life.

After completing this program, you’ll be able to easily understand the reasons behind weight gain , digestive issues or irregular bowel movements, and you’ll be able to address these issues on your own—giving you the autonomy to manage your weight and your diet-related health.

The goal is gradual weight loss without frustration; the idea is to gently change your habits. The program involves very few restrictions—you’ll eat until you’re full.

What I’ve observed in practice:

Everyone’s metabolism reacts differently, but with a well-managed rebalancing, it’s not uncommon to see steady weight loss of about one kilogram per week. This is a healthy pace that helps stabilize results over the long term without putting a strain on the body.

Reimbursement and Precautions

In Switzerland, many supplemental health insurance plans cover nutritional therapy consultations. This requires a doctor’s prescription for specific health issues, such as high cholesterol or digestive disorders. This approach highlights the importance of collaboration between doctors and alternative health practitioners. It enables personalized care. This synergy promotes appropriate medical follow-up. It also contributes to the development of tailored dietary programs, thereby improving patients’ overall well-being.

Note: People suffering from acute digestive or dietary problems should consult a registered dietitian. This professional has the necessary training to provide advice tailored to complex situations.