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: healthy eating and weight management, assessment of pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy, supplementary nutritional support , fat soluble vitamin therapy, salt supplements and hydration, calcium and bone health, cystic fibrosis related diabetes, sports nutrition
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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or email: uhb-tr.cfdietitians@nhs.net
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
Specialist Cystic Fibrosis Diabetes Dietitian
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Nazma Vahora
Cystic Fibrosis Support Worker
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Katie Marsden
Cystic Fibrosis Dietitian
Useful resources
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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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