Nutrition assessment is the first step of nutrition care and the foundation of the plan. The dietitian collects information about what the patient eats, their weight and height, body composition, appetite, swallowing, medicines, symptoms and relevant blood test results. It is done for every new patient and for admitted patients as soon as practical.

Patients who book a dietitian in Mumbai at Apex start here. Assessment includes analysing food intake and calorie needs and measuring body composition. Screening tools help identify patients at risk of malnutrition.

The conversation covers routine and cultural food habits, as well as cooking at home, so the plan is realistic. Most outpatient assessments take about thirty to forty-five minutes.

How the Procedure Can Help

A careful assessment shows what the body needs and where the gaps are, so advice is specific and not generic.

Risks and Considerations

There is no physical risk. Accuracy depends on honest reporting of food habits, and body measurements are only one part of the overall picture. Patients are asked to bring recent reports and a list of medicines.