What approach could effectively improve a client's engagement with their dietary plan after resistance?

Gaining insight into a client's preferences is an effective approach to improving their engagement with a dietary plan after they have shown resistance. Understanding a client's likes, dislikes, and lifestyle factors enables a dietitian to tailor recommendations that feel more personalized and achievable. When clients see that their individuality is acknowledged and that their dietary plan reflects their unique needs and preferences, they are more likely to feel motivated and committed to adhering to it.

By involving clients in discussions about their food preferences, tastes, and cultural considerations, dietitians can create a more collaborative environment. This can lead to the development of a diet plan that is not only nutritionally sound but also enjoyable for the client. When individuals have a sense of ownership over their dietary choices, it can foster a stronger commitment to sticking with the plan, therefore enhancing their overall dietary adherence and improving their health outcomes.