Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Registered Dietitian?
Is there a difference between a Registered Dietitian and a Nutritionist?
What are the qualifications of a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist?
A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) is a food and nutrition expert who has met academic and professional requirements including:
- Earned at minimum a four-year degree with course work approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). Coursework typically includes food and nutrition sciences, foodservice systems management, business, economics, computer science, sociology, biochemistry, physiology, microbiology, and chemistry.
- Completed 1,000+hrs of an accredited, supervised practice program at a health-care facility, community agency and foodservice corporation.
- Passed a national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- Completes continuing professional educational requirements to maintain registration.
What should I expect during the initial visit?
Is it okay to snack?
Does insurance cover Professional Nutrition Consultations?
You will be provided with a receipt that you may submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. Individual appointments are scheduled for a specific time. A $25 cancellation fee will be billed to the individual for the missed appointment unless the RD is notified of cancellation at least 24 hours in advance.
How do I book an appointment?
Can I use your services if I live out of state?
Can I schedule an appointment for my child?
What is the difference between Fat Free, Reduced Fat and Lite?
- Low fat means 3 grams of fat or less per serving (or per 100 grams of food)
- Reduced fat means the food product contains 50% (or less) of the fat found in the regular version
- Less fat means 25% or less fat than the comparison food
- Fat free means the product has less than 0.5 grams of fat per serving, with no added fat or oil
- Light (fat) means 50% or less of the fat than in the regular version
- Light (calories) means 1/3 fewer calories than the regular version
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I have been pleasantly surprised with the app and Helen’s input when it comes to making weeknights a little less hectic, and a little healthier!
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