Weight Management Checklist for Professionals
Content by: Erin (Nugent) Bern, RD
Reaching and maintaining a healthy weight is key in treating and preventing chronic diseases. For many individuals, weight management is perceived as an unattainable goal. Read More!
Calculator
Share Item
Presentation
Author
As health professionals, we can help these individuals to grasp the concept by working on small and attainable goals that can lead to weight management.
Use this checklist to start small and work through the many layers of weight management with clients.
1. Discuss long term and short term goals.
2. Understand appropriate portion sizes.
3. Identify hidden calorie sources: look at beverages and snacks.
4. Reading a nutrition label, and how to navigate the grocery store.
5. Physical activity - how to make it part of your routine.
6. Increase fruits and vegetables in the diet.
7. Teach the benefits of breakfast.
8. Encourage healthy snacks.
9. Identify a support system for long term health outcomes.
10. Reassess goals, it is okay for goals to evolve over time.
Quick Tips!
Eating out and carry out! Evaluate the calories in fast foods, eating out and carry out meals.
Next Steps:
1. Educate on meal planning.
2. Offer assistance in designing a plan that fits the lifestyle.
2. Keep it simple.
A brief survey to track progress in meeting blood pressure goals. Use it between appointments, or as discussion points.
Blood Pressure: A Survey
How can exercise help the addiction process, and what can exercise do to promote positive mental health? Read below and review the slide show to find out!
Exercising for Your Mood
As nutrition professionals, the question often arises related to complementary and alternative medicine approaches. This often includes nutrition supplements. Review a few helpful thoughts and tips in approaching the discussion.
Integrative Approach to Health