Nutrition

What is Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)?

Medical Nutrition Therapy utilizes diet and lifestyle changes to treat or manage chronic diseases such as, high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. Many of these conditions are improved by changes in diet, regular exercise and a healthy lifestyle. A Registered Dietitian (RD) provides these services through individual and group education and counseling.

Some of the conditions that can be helped by MNT:

• High Blood pressure
• Hyperlipidemia (High blood lipids)
• Diabetes
• Food Allergies and intolerances
• Cancer and the problems experienced during cancer treatment
• Overweight and obesity
• Underweight
• Eating disorders such as bulimia, anorexia, and compulsive eating disorder
• Diverticulitis
• Irritable Bowel Disease and Colitis

Medical Nutrition Therapy at Central Vermont Medical Center

CVMC offers individual counseling with Registered Dietitians through its Outpatient Health Education Department. Counseling is available Monday through Friday. MNT is covered by many insurance companies, but a physician's referral many be necessary. Contact your insurance to be sure.

Group sessions and classes on specific nutrition topics are offered throughout the year as part of the Healthy Community Program.