Specialties & Services

Nutrition Counseling

Good nutrition is crucial to your overall health, whether you’re considering bariatric surgery or nonsurgical endoscopic procedures for weight loss. Our registered dietitians offer nutritional counseling services to help you build healthy lifelong eating habits.

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Why choose us for nutrition counseling?

Nutritional support is part of our comprehensive weight-loss program. We’re committed to helping you live your healthiest life possible. Our patient-first approach means we prioritize your needs and preferences, partnering with you to create an effective treatment plan.  

Patients choose us because we offer:

  • Experienced specialists: Our registered dietitians have years of experience helping people, specifically bariatric patients, understand and apply nutrition principles for weight loss and management.
  • Personalized support: Our dietitians offer focused, one-on-one counseling. Your first visit is usually about an hour long. We prioritize creating unhurried, uninterrupted visits for you to discuss your diet, physical activity, and other lifestyle habits. 
  • Long-term results: Our dietitians help prepare you for success after your weight-loss procedure and for the rest of your life. We work with you to develop your goals for effective, long-term dietary and lifestyle changes.

Food labels

When you read food label claims, it helps to know what the words really mean. Here are some definitions of common food label claims you might see.

If a label says . . .

It means . . .

Calorie free

Less than 5 calories per serving

Low calorie

40 calories or less per serving

Fat free

Less than 1/2 g fat per serving

Low fat

3 g or less fat per serving

No added sugars

No sugars or sugar ingredients were added

Sugar free

Less than 1/2 g total sugar per serving

Reduced

At least 25% less of a certain nutrient or calories than the regular product

Low sodium

140 mg or less sodium per serving

High fiber

5 g or more fiber per serving

High in

20% or more of the daily value of a certain nutrient per serving

Good source of

10% to 19% of the daily value of a certain nutrient per serving

Healthy

Contains recommended food groups and limits added sugars, sodium, and saturated fat

Good nutrition means more than eating an apple a day. Think in terms of your food choices throughout the entire day, from breakfast to bedtime. All foods can fit into a healthy eating plan.

Good nutrition basics

Remember these key points:

  • Eat a variety of healthy foods. These include protein foods, dairy, vegetables, fruits, healthy fats, and whole grains.
  • Limit foods that are less healthy for you. Limit highly processed foods, added sugars, and refined carbohydrates, such as packaged snacks, sugary drinks, and white bread.
  • Eat the right amount for you. Choose portions that help you stay at a weight that's healthy for you and support your overall health.

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Our highly trained team of specialists offer advanced treatments as well as compassionate, personalized care.

Nutrition counseling treatment

Nutritional education focuses on helping you learn to make healthier eating choices that support long-term weight loss and an overall healthier lifestyle.

Evidence-based education

 We debunk nutrition myths and help you understand research-backed ways to be healthier, such as physical activity and smoking cessation.

Healthy foods

 Our experts help you understand what food choices help you meet your long-term goals.

Mindful eating

 Practicing mindful eating can help you get in touch with hunger and fullness cues to avoid overeating. We review how to pay attention to your food, drinks, and the full experience of eating.

Portion control

 Portion control is crucial for long-term weight management. We will teach you how to measure properly sized portions.

Protein

 After bariatric surgery or a weight loss procedure, prioritizing protein in your diet is essential for sustained success. We discuss sources of healthy protein and recommended amounts.

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