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Registered Dietitians are healthcare professionals who provide medical nutrition therapy and preventive nutrition counseling.
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) provided by a pediatric registered dietitian (RD) can help prevent and manage diseases that impact your child’s health, fitness and overall well-being. MNT includes a complete assessment of your child’s overall nutritional status, medical information and history of dietary habits, followed by a personalized treatment plan. This preventive or disease management nutrition service can:
- Build a base for good health and wellness
- Improve food choices and habits for lifelong, optimal health
- Maintain weight or lose excess pounds
- Select foods for food allergies or preferences such as vegetarian food choices
- Help reduce complications from diabetes, heart and kidney diseases
Get a list and schedule of our Nutritional Resources, including nutrition counseling programs, groups, and classes.
Ask your doctor for a referral for medical nutrition therapy from a registered dietitian (RD). Many insurance companies include medical nutrition therapy in their health insurance plans. Please check with your individual provider, as coverage may be subject to change.