Dietitians
Nutrition plays a vital role in the health of people with cystic fibrosis a healthy nutritional status and body weight is vital for maximising and maintaining lung function.
We advise and provide information for patients on all aspects of their nutritional needs: assessment of pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (enzymes), supplementary nutritional support (supplement drinks and tube feeding), fat soluble vitamin therapy and salt supplements, cystic fibrosis related diabetes,sports nutrition and healthy eating.
We work closely with our CF Diabetes Specialist Nurse and CF Support Worker in the diagnosis and management of Cystic Fibrosis Related Diabetes.
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Team members
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Joanne Barrett
Specialist Cystic Fibrosis Dietitian
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Elizabeth Glennon
Cystic Fibrosis Dietitian
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Claire Roden
Cystic Fibrosis Dietitian
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Nazma Vahora
Cystic Fibrosis Support Worker
Useful resources
Downloadable documents and useful links
From the Blog
Don't forget about salt during the warm weather. As we experience warmer weather or if you go on holiday to a warm or hot climate,it is important you remember to take salt tablets and drink plenty of fluids.
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