Q: My nutrition is excellent but I can't seem to drop any more weight. I've lost 18cm but now this has stopped. What can I do to kick things up a gear?

A:Your food choices seem to be healthy and I’m pleased that you’ve lost weight since changing your eating.

Healthy eating is not only about better food choices, but also about how much we eat. This may be where you need some help. To lose weight, we need to create a negative energy balance over time – so, we must use more kilojoules than we take in and this means making healthy, nutrient-dense food choices and controlling portion sizes.

To help you break the ‘plateau’ and to give you guidance and practical help with what and how much to eat to reach a healthy weight, it’s best to see a registered dietician for an individual consultation. The dietician will look at your personal needs and lifestyle and support and guide you with changes where necessary. Ask your GP or specialist to refer you to a dietician in your area.

It’s great that you are steering clear of the ‘fat burning’ products and rather choosing to change your eating patterns to promote your health and prevent illness.