Frequently Asked Questions

A genuinely personalized nutrition plan goes far beyond generic recommendations. Our approach analyzes your individual lifestyle, food preferences, cultural background, activity level, and specific wellness goals. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all diet template, we consider your schedule, budget, cooking skills, and family dynamics. This means your plan fits into your actual life, not the other way around. The result is a practical, sustainable approach that you can follow consistently because it's built around who you are, not who someone else thinks you should be.

The initial consultation and assessment typically takes between one to two weeks. During this period, our professional nutritionist reviews your health history, eating patterns, food diary, and wellness objectives. We may ask follow-up questions to clarify important details about your nutrition needs and preferences. Once we have a complete picture of your situation, we develop your customized plan and schedule a follow-up session to explain it in detail, answer your questions, and ensure you feel confident implementing it.

Absolutely. Food allergies and intolerances are fundamental to creating a safe and effective nutrition plan. During your initial assessment, we thoroughly document all known allergies, as well as foods that cause discomfort or adverse reactions. Our plans then avoid these trigger foods entirely while ensuring you still receive complete nutrition from alternative sources. We work with you to find substitutes you actually enjoy, so your plan doesn't feel restrictive. If you discover new intolerances after your plan is created, we adjust it accordingly at follow-up sessions.

Yes, completely. Plant-based nutrition planning requires special attention to protein quality, vitamin B12, iron absorption, and essential amino acid balance. Our nutritionists have extensive experience designing comprehensive vegetarian and vegan plans that support your wellness goals without compromise. We identify nutrient-dense plant foods suited to your taste and budget, suggest strategic food combinations to optimize nutrient absorption, and recommend appropriate supplementation when needed. Many clients follow plant-based lifestyles successfully with properly designed plans that feel satisfying and sustainable.

Many people have several wellness goals—improved energy, better digestion, athletic performance, and clearer skin, for example. During your consultation, we help you identify which goals are most important and which naturally support each other. Often, addressing foundational nutrition improves multiple areas simultaneously. Our nutritionist works with you to sequence your goals realistically, perhaps focusing on core nutritional foundations first, then fine-tuning for specific objectives. Your plan evolves as you progress, and we adjust priorities based on what works best for your body and lifestyle.

The frequency of follow-up sessions depends on your individual needs and preferences. Some clients benefit from monthly check-ins during the first three months to ensure smooth implementation and make early adjustments. Others prefer less frequent contact after the initial plan launch. Follow-ups allow us to review how you're progressing, troubleshoot challenges, celebrate successes, and refine your plan based on real-world results. Many clients find that regular contact—whether monthly, quarterly, or as-needed—significantly improves their long-term success and helps them adapt to life changes like seasonal eating patterns or schedule shifts.

Your nutrition plan is never set in stone. Life changes constantly—you might change jobs, start a new exercise routine, relocate, face new health concerns, or simply discover that certain foods no longer appeal to you. We expect and encourage modifications as your circumstances evolve. Whether you need adjustments for a busier schedule, seasonal ingredient availability, travel, or new goals, our nutritionist helps you adapt your plan while maintaining its core principles. The beauty of personalized planning is its flexibility to grow with you rather than forcing you into rigid structures.

Your personalized nutrition plan typically includes a detailed overview of your nutritional goals and assessment findings, daily meal structures tailored to your schedule, specific food recommendations organized by food groups, sample meal ideas and recipes suited to your preferences, practical guidance on portion sizes and meal timing, shopping lists organized by store section, information about key nutrients relevant to your goals, supplementation recommendations if appropriate, and actionable steps for implementation. You'll also receive education about your individual nutrition needs so you can make informed choices beyond the plan, and clear contact information for asking follow-up questions.

Generic diet advice typically applies the same recommendations to everyone—eat more vegetables, reduce processed foods, drink water. While these basics are important, they don't address individual variations in metabolism, food preferences, cultural traditions, budget constraints, or specific wellness needs. A personalized plan considers that you're not everyone. It answers the specific question: "What should I eat to thrive given my unique body, lifestyle, and goals?" This customization typically leads to better adherence because the plan feels natural rather than forced, and faster results because it directly targets your individual nutrition needs rather than assuming a one-size-fits-all approach.

Our nutritionists hold professional certifications in nutrition science and have completed accredited educational programs in human nutrition and wellness. They possess current knowledge of evidence-based nutrition practices and maintain ongoing professional development to stay informed about the latest research. Our team is committed to ethical, evidence-informed practice that respects individual differences and supports sustainable behavior change. When you work with our nutritionist, you're receiving guidance from a trained professional who understands nutrition science and has experience helping diverse clients achieve their wellness goals.

Your privacy and confidentiality are fundamental to our practice. All personal health information you share during consultations and assessments is protected according to Swiss privacy regulations and professional confidentiality standards. We maintain secure records, limit access to your information to authorized staff members directly involved in your care, and never share your details with third parties without your explicit consent. We're transparent about how your information is used—it's only for creating and managing your nutrition plan and maintaining continuity of care. You can review our detailed privacy practices in our full privacy policy for complete transparency about data handling.

Getting started is straightforward. Reach out to our team through our contact page or email us at [email protected] with a brief description of your nutrition goals and what you hope to achieve. We'll respond promptly to discuss your needs and schedule an initial consultation. During this first meeting, our nutritionist will gather detailed information about your health background, food preferences, lifestyle, and wellness objectives. From there, we'll develop your customized plan and guide you through implementation. Our team in Basel is ready to support your nutrition journey whenever you're ready to begin.