FAQ's

A registered dietitian (diëtist) has completed an accredited university programme and is legally recognised as a healthcare professional. In the Netherlands, the title "diëtist" is protected by law. A nutritionist is not a protected title — anyone can use it. As a registered dietitian, I work within the healthcare system and can directly bill your health insurer.

General nutrition advice focuses on eating healthier, losing or gaining weight, improving energy and or a health problem. You receive a personalised plan that fits your lifestyle and daily schedule. Sports nutrition advice is specifically tailored to (top) athletes and their training or competitions. This includes nutrition plans for rest and training days as well as supplement advice.

No. You can book directly with me without a referral. However, some insurers may require a referral to reimburse the costs — it's worth checking your policy.

Both. I offer consultations in person in Rotterdam and fully online via video call. The experience and quality are the same either way.

A first consultation typically takes 45–60 minutes for general nutrition advice and around 60 minutes for sports nutrition. During that time we go through your goals, current diet, lifestyle, training and health history.

Yes. In the Netherlands, everyone with a basic health insurance package is entitled to 3 hours of dietitian advice per year — roughly 3–6 appointments depending on session length. From 2025, Tuohy Nutrition has contracts with almost all Dutch insurers. Where a contract exists, I invoice your insurer directly — no paperwork on your end.

You can continue to see me and pay out of pocket at the rates listed on the pricing page. Supplementary insurance packages may also cover additional hours — check your specific policy.

The premium coaching packages (3-month and 6-month) are paid upfront to Tuohy Nutrition and generally fall outside standard insurance coverage. You're welcome to submit the invoice to your insurer to see if anything is reimbursed.

Appointments can be cancelled free of charge up to 48 hours in advance. Appointments not cancelled on time will be invoiced and are not covered by health insurance.

No. I work with athletes across all sports — from recreational runners to elite competitors. I also work with non-athletes on general nutrition and medical nutrition goals.

Yes. This is one of my specialisms. I work with combat sports athletes (MMA, BJJ, kickboxing, judo) on safe, performance-preserving weight management strategies for competition.

Fight Camp Coaching is a dedicated programme for combat sports athletes preparing for competition. It includes a full nutrition plan tailored to your training load, weight management strategy, competition-day fuelling, and the option to have me present at your weigh-in or fight. See the Fight Camp Coaching page for full details.

Yes, in addition to 1-on-1 coaching I work with sports clubs, gyms and businesses. Think coaching of members and employees, lifestyle programmes, improving nutrition availability, workshops or education on nutrition and performance. I also offer individual coaching for athletes with specific goals such as weight management, recovery or burnout.

The easiest way is to book a 20-minute intro call. It costs €20, which is deducted from your first treatment if you decide to continue. We'll talk about your goals and I'll help you figure out which service is the best fit. You can also book your first consultation directly if you know what you're looking for.

Coaching packages include a full intake, regular follow-up appointments, body assessments, a personalised nutrition plan, weekly WhatsApp check-ins, and ongoing adjustments based on your progress. The goal is sustainable change, not a quick fix.

This depends on the person and situation. In general, I provide example food plans or guidance on what meals and snacks work for your goals. However, the focus is on building realistic habits that fit into your life.