Dietitian & nutritionist

Dietitian & nutritionist in South Africa

Updated 4 November 2026

A registered dietitian in South Africa usually charges about R 650 to R 1,200 for an initial consultation, and about R 650 for a follow-up, according to dietitians' fee lists, November 2026. Fees differ between larger cities and smaller towns, so the quickest way to compare prices for your situation is to post a request on BlaBlaPrice.

Registration and qualifications to check

To practise dietetics and nutrition in South Africa, a dietitian must be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) under the Dietetics and Nutrition Board, according to the national nutrition society. The HPCSA fee list shows R 2,137 for dietitians and for nutritionists. A nutritionist needs a formal qualification, typically a bachelor's degree in human nutrition plus a diploma. Ask for the registration number before you book.

Season and planning the plan

Plan the consultation before the festive season: December to February brings summer holidays and family meals, and a plan made in November is easier to follow through those weeks. Winter (June to August) suits a steady routine after the holidays. Some dietitians offer a short online pre-consult, so you can check the fit before paying for a full session.

How consultations are paid for here

Dietitians charge per person and per session, and some offer couple or group rates: one list shows 25 per cent off a couple consultation and 40 per cent off a group. Some practices ask for payment upfront, in full, before a session, and accept cash or card. Ask whether the fee covers the meal plan and the follow-up, and whether a body composition scan is extra, since one clinic prices it at about R 300.

What to put in your request

Say what your goal is, whether you are an adult, a child or a couple, and whether there is a health condition the dietitian should know about. Give the service you need, such as an initial consultation, a meal plan or a follow-up, how long you want support for, and your city. Add your budget in rand, and say whether you prefer online or in-person sessions.

On BlaBlaPrice you describe what you need in your own words, and the AI asks for the missing details. It is free for buyers. It looks through dietitians' websites and fee lists in your area and shows the prices and practices it found. Local dietitians reply in the chat with their own offer, and your contact details stay hidden until you choose who to contact. See medical services, beauty and health, or how it works.