Medical Nutrition Therapy
Treating medical conditions and their symptoms
Improve Your Health and Symptoms
If you think medical nutrition therapy could benefit you, talk to your provider or call Bryan LifePointe Clinical Services at 402-481-6305.
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) treats medical conditions and their symptoms by using specifically tailored diets created by a registered dietitian. Treatment can range from changes in diet to providing specialized therapies.
Treating and Controlling Diseases
Medical nutrition therapy is a can help with:
- Heart disease
- Diabetes
- Weight disorders
- Cancer
- Chronic kidney disease
- Food intolerances
- Gastrointestinal conditions
- And more
Benefits of Medical Nutrition Therapy
Nutrition as a treatment can speed recovery and reduce the incidence of medical complications, thereby decreasing the number and duration of hospital stays as well as the need for medications, surgery and other treatment.
Medical Nutrition Therapy Services
Services may include:
- Diet history
- Review of lab data
- Diet counseling
- Assistance with tube feeding
- Suggestions for improvement or specialized treatments
Successful treatment of diabetes, kidney disease and other diseases depends on nutrition assessment, monitoring and therapy.
How to Receive Medical Nutrition Therapy
Registered dietitians provide medical nutrition therapy to patients with a provider referral. They work with the medical team to assess your needs and develop a care plan.
