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Dietitian Sandhi ShimuNutrition for a Healthier You

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Answers to common questions about consultations, nutrition advice and this website. If your question is not here, please get in touch.

Consultations

How do I arrange a consultation?

Call or send a WhatsApp message to the practice phone number, email the practice, or use the contact form on this website. The practice will reply to arrange a suitable time.

Can I book an appointment online?

Not yet. Online booking will open later, through a patient account. Until then, please arrange your consultation by phone, WhatsApp or email.

What should I have ready for my first consultation?

It helps to have recent test reports, a list of the medicines and supplements you take, your usual daily routine, and a rough idea of what you eat on a typical day. Bring what you have; nothing is required in advance.

Is the diet chart the same for everyone?

No. Each plan is prepared individually, based on age, health, routine and food preferences.

Will I need expensive food to follow the plan?

No. Plans aim to use familiar, easy-to-find food, with substitutes when needed.

Can I talk in Bangla?

Yes. You can talk and receive guidance in Bangla or English, whichever is easier for you.

How are fees and session details decided?

You are told the fee and how the session will take place when you contact the practice. They will also appear on the service pages once they are confirmed.

Nutrition advice and your health

Does nutrition advice replace medicine?

No. Nutrition care supports medical treatment. Do not stop or change medicine without asking your doctor.

I have diabetes, kidney disease or another condition. Should I change my diet on my own?

Please do not make large changes on your own. Some conditions and medicines need diet changes to be planned carefully. Talk to your doctor, and discuss your plan in a consultation.

Is the information on this website personal advice?

No. Articles and tools on this website are for general education. What suits you depends on your health, medicines and routine, so please seek personal advice before making major changes.

Are quick weight-loss diets safe?

Very strict or very low-calorie diets are hard to keep and are not safe for everyone, especially with a medical condition, during pregnancy, or for children and teenagers. Gradual changes you can keep are usually more realistic.

What should I do in a medical emergency?

This website and its contact channels are not for emergencies. In an emergency in Bangladesh, call 999 or go to the nearest hospital.

This website

Do the calculators diagnose anything?

No. Results give only a general idea. Please speak to a specialist for personal decisions.

What happens to a message I send through the contact form?

It is stored on this website’s server so that the practice can reply, and only staff who handle enquiries can read it. Please keep detailed health information for your consultation. The privacy page explains more.

Can I create a patient account?

Not yet. When patient accounts open, patients will be able to request appointment times, which the practice then confirms, and see the diet charts their dietitian shares with them.

Can I buy products on this website?

The online shop is not open yet. When it opens, orders will be paid in cash on delivery or by advance payment arranged by phone with our staff. We never ask for a card number, PIN or password.

Book a consultation

To arrange a consultation, call or message +8801894-443736 on WhatsApp, or email info@dtsandhi.com.