Find out how our team of experienced dietitians can help you.
Constipation affects 1 in 5 people in Ireland. Many people suffer from constipation on a long term or recurring basis when, really, they should not have to. We understand that constipation is not the easiest thing to talk about or seek medical help for, but there is no need to be shy as we successfully treat this all the time.
Constipation is formally defined as having less than three bowel movements per week for an extended period of time. Often constipation is just a once off or temporary issue and can be safely relieved. However, if you suffer from it on a recurring basis or for a longer period of time then finding the true cause of it is important.
Our virtual clinic makes it easy to connect with one of our specialist clinicians, while still ensuring personalised treatment and effective results, wherever you are.
Use our online booking tool to select an appointment at a time & date that suit you.
If it's your first time using our service, you'll need to register your account with us.
You'll receive an email with clear instructions showing you how to join your virtual appointment.
Your dietitian will join virtually to discuss your diet, lifestyle & health goals.
If you are suffering from constipation on a regular basis, we would recommend that you visit your GP prior to your Dietetic appointment to rule out any medical cause. Your next step will then be to visit a dietitian to assess your diet and lifestyle.
There is a great deal of research proving that poor dietary habits and lifestyle factors play a key role in causing the most common type of constipation – functional constipation. This is where the bowel is healthy but is not functioning as it should.
Functional constipation has a few symptoms including:
During your initial consultation, your Dietitian will assess your symptoms, diet and lifestyle. The overall aim of diet therapy is to identify potential trigger foods, reduce symptoms of constipation and improve your quality of life. The Dietitians at Spectrum Nutrition can help to identify the root cause of constipation, whether it is a symptom of wheat intolerance or IBS or a reaction to certain fibres or sugars in the diet. We will equip you with the knowledge and skills to prevent or manage constipation for good.
Your Dietitian will also carry out a complete nutritional assessment, taking a diet history, body composition analysis including weight, BMI, waist circumference, body fat percentage, lean body mass, waist to hip measurement and more. You will receive:
30-Minute Video Appointment With A Registered Dietitian: €50
30-Minute Appointment (Video or In-Person) At A Specialty Clinic: €50
Monday – Friday: 9am to 5pm
Saturday: 8am to 4pm
Sunday: Closed
*Please note, opening times can vary between clinics
This service is currently available nationwide through our Virtual Clinic
We work with all major insurers – Vhi, Laya and Irish Life. We recommend you check your own policy for its terms and conditions to see what cover you have.
Our Patient Services team is available to help you Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm, and Saturdays from 8:00am to 4:00pm.
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