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Benefits Of MNT How can MNT help me? Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) is a
comprehensive treatment that entails · Defining and assessing weight status, medical and nutrition history, and risk factors that may affect health and well-being · Assessing current level of physical activity and physical limitations · Identifying medications and over-the-counter dietary supplements that may be associated with drug/nutrient interactions or cause unwanted weight gain or loss, or other side effects · Defining calorie, protein, and fluid needs, as well as other nutrients · Assisting clients and health providers to establish realistic expectations concerning treatment options and outcomes, and develop an appropriate nutrition care plan based on mutual goals and expectations · Evaluating progress towards desired goals and revise the treatment plan as appropriate · Establishing a plan for follow-up and long-term monitoring or continuing care program
Medical Nutrition Therapy is designed to optimize nutrition status, immunity, and overall well being. MNT can help YOU maximize the effectiveness of medical and drug therapies, while preventing specific nutrient deficiencies and minimizing drug side-effects. Medical Nutrition Therapy begins with initial assessment and intervention in an individual appointment, face-to-face with a Registered Dietitian (RD). Nutrition re-assessment and intervention is recommended to modify treatment goals and nutrition therapy as mutually desired by the patient, RD, and referring physician.
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