Nutrition Counseling/Medical Nutrition Therapy is the assessment of the nutrition status of a patient with a condition, illness or injury that puts them at nutrition risk. It may include review and analysis of medical, lifestyle and dietary histories, laboratory test values and body measurements.

• Some nutritional issues addressed by MNT include:
• Weight management
• Eating disorders
• Food allergies
• GI complaints/malabsorption
   - Celiac disease
   - Crohn's disease
   - Ulcerative colitis
• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol/high triglycerides
• Hypoglycemia
• Malnutrition
• Osteoporosis
• Pediatric feeding concerns
• Pregnancy complications
• Bariatric surgery nutrition

Other Nutritional Services
Individual counseling and group education classes are also available to help promote optimal health and well-being. Examples of classes available include:

• Cardiac health
• Portion distortion
• Meal planning and preparation
• Nutrition and pregnancy
• Sports nutrition
• Nutrition supplements

Program Information
Our services can be accessed with or without a physician's referral. Individual counseling involves one-on-one session(s) with the registered dietitian. MNT therapies often include multiple sessions to enhance learning and achieve the desired results. Insurance may or may not cover nutrition services even with a physician referral. Patients will be responsible for any balance not covered by insurance.

To schedule an appointment or for additional information, please call (719) 776-3600.  Physician referrals may be faxed to (719) 776-3610.