Outpatient Nutrition Education and Counseling
A healthy lifestyle starts with a healthy diet. Whether you have a critical medical condition, food allergies or weight issues, our nutrition experts can work with you to develop an individualized plan for healthy food choices, portion control, meal planning at home and away from home, and fitness.
Changes in diet have been proven by medical research to help patients achieve positive outcomes with cardiovascular disease, certain types of cancer, diabetes and obesity. With the guidance and support of a registered, licensed dietitian, you’ll be able to work toward achievable goals for better health.
Nutrition counseling is recommended for anyone – children, teens, adults or seniors – concerned about the following health issues:
- Cardiovascular disease
- Hypertension, hypercholesterolemia
- Hyperlipidemia
- Gastrointestinal disease, such as irritable bowel syndrome, ulcer, diverticulosis
- Celiac Sprue or gluten-sensitive enteropathy
- Weight disorders: underweight, overweight, obese
- Eating disorders
- Cancer treatment
- Lactose intolerance
- Food allergies
- Thyroid disease
- Pregnancy
- Vegetarian lifestyle
- Osteoporosis
- Diabetes
If you’d like to schedule an appointment with the Outpatient Nutrition Education center or inquire about services, call 630-833-1400, Ext. 41616.