Medical Nutrition Therapy
About Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)
Medical nutrition therapy (MNT) is an evidence-based process used to prevent and manage chronic disease through personalized nutrition. MNT is provided by credentialed nutrition professionals and includes a comprehensive nutrition assessment with personalized interventions. This therapeutic approach can help reduce symptoms, improve health metrics, prevent long term health complications, and improve overall quality of life. MNT offers significant benefits to treatment and prevention of an ever-expanding list of health conditions.
Weight Management
MNT is a key component in managing weight when combined with additional lifestyle interventions such as exercise and smoking cessations. Personalized nutrition can help prevent side effects or complications of other weight loss treatments such as medication or surgery.
Pregnancy Pre/Postnatal
MNT ensures adequate nutrition and development for both the mother and baby during pregnancy and can help manage complications such as morning sickness, nutrient deficiencies, preeclampsia and gestational diabetes.
Healthy Aging & Longevity
MNT supports healthy aging by providing nutrients that support bone density, maintain cognitive function, and reduce frailty. Ensuring adequate nutrition as we age can help reduce the risk of falls and stay independent in daily activities.
Autoimmune conditions
MNT can help manage symptoms and inflammation associated with autoimmune diseases.
Diabetes + insulin resistance
MNT has been shown to improve blood glucose control and long term outcomes in patients with pre-diabetes, insulin resistance, and type 1 & type 2 diabetes.
Cancer
MNT can help improve tolerance to active cancer treatments and manage side effects such as nausea, taste changes, fatigue, and weight loss. MNT is also beneficial for cancer survivors and can be a great tool for increasing strength and immune function after periods of stress and reduced activity.
Cardiovascular
MNT can significantly improve cholesterol levels, decrease blood pressure, and reduce systemic inflammation which are key components in cardiovascular diseases.
Kidney disease
MNT can slow the progression of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) leading to improved patient outcomes and quality of life. MNT is also beneficial in managing kidney stones or acute kidney injury.
Digestion
MNT plays a vital role in the treatment and symptom management of gastrointestinal (GI) conditions such as Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and Celiac Disease. Nutrition interventions help manage malnutrition, nutritional deficiencies, and other complications that may rise from GI conditions.
Food allergies
MNT assists in identifying and managing dietary restrictions to alleviate symptoms to food allergies and sensitivities.
We accept several insurance plans.
Which providers can provide MNT
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN): This is the most common credential for professionals providing MNT. RDNs have completed a bachelor’s degree in nutrition or a related field, completed a supervised practice program (internship), and passed a national examination. They are also required to maintain their certification through continuing education.
Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS): CNS practitioners hold a master’s or doctoral degree in nutrition or a related field and have completed a specified number of hours of supervised practice. They must pass a certification exam and meet ongoing continuing education requirements.
Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN): In some states, dietitians may be licensed to practice MNT, and this credential indicates that the professional has met state-specific licensing requirements.
Is MNT covered by insurance?
Medical Nutrition Therapy may be covered by your insurance carrier under preventative healthcare benefits. While many insurance carriers offer unlimited MNT, some may have limited coverage or be dependent on an underlying diagnosis such as diabetes, obesity (BMI > 30), or chronic kidney disease.
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