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Our Approach to Sustainable Weight Loss and Metabolic Health
At Culina Health, we believe in sustainable and healthy weight loss, and we want to help you achieve your goals in effective and lasting ways.
We know that diets don’t work. Sustainable weight loss is a process that requires time and dedication. But you don’t have to go through it alone! (Read a real patient story of weight loss.)
Our weight loss registered dietitian nutritionists will work with you on building habits to improve your metabolism, balance your plate, increase physical activity, and support your relationship with food.
You will collaborate to create a personalized plan that integrates into your life, and aligns with your weight loss goals.
Your dietitian will personalize your care based on these pillars:
Lifestyle
- Your food preferences, access, and budget
- Your social life
- Your family and work demands
- Your cooking skills and comfort in the kitchen
Physical & Mental Health
- Your relationship with food & dieting history
- Your hormone and metabolic health
- Your sleep habits and stress levels
- Your physical capabilities and activity level
We Help With
- Weight loss
- Post weight loss maintenance
- Nutrition support for weight loss medications (including GLP-1 agonists)
- Relationship with food
- Bariatric nutrition
- Weight loss for complex endocrine conditions, including PCOS, metabolic syndrome, and Hashimoto's thyroiditis
How often should I see a registered dietitian?
Most of our patients benefit from:
- Sessions every 1-2 weeks for the first 1-3 months in care.
- Some patients prefer to continue with sessions every 1-2 weeks after 3 months of care, while others may be ready to graduate to sessions every 1-3 months.
- Once you achieve your long term goals, it can be helpful to check in with your RD every 6-12 months.
For patients pursuing bariatric surgery, our guidelines are:
- Before your surgery, we require you to complete at least 3 sessions for bariatric surgery clearance.
- After your surgery, we recommend weekly sessions until you are able to consume a soft diet, and you are meeting your nutrition needs consistently. Then, biweekly for at least 3-6 months.
- Once you achieve your long term goals, it can be helpful to check in with your registered dietitian every 6-12 months.
Your RD will work with you to identify the best cadence to meet your individual needs.
Evidence-based nutrition coaching, delivered with empathy
The Culina Health Method
Attentive and personalized care
A supportive and trusting dietitian/patient relationship
Dietitian training that honors and upholds patients’ cultural values
Proactive collaboration that builds patients’ confidence in navigating food choices
Rigorous pre- and post-care best practices
What our patients say
"Thanks again for your help and guidance, it's made a definite impact."
Overall, I lost about 18 pounds from my last visit to the doctor. My good cholesterol, which had been stuck at 37 for a long time, was 53, and my doctor removed one of my blood pressure medications.
"I have been working with Culina Health for several months now. My time with them has been amazing.”
I appreciate that the focus is on overall health. It's not about calorie counting or deprivation. I've learned about eating healthy in a healthy and mindful way. I highly recommend Culina Health.
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