Nutrition
Group-based Nutrition Education Classes
Over 20 single-session, Zoom-delivered nutrition classes. Class topics include Reducing Added Sugars, Mediterranean Diet, Mindless Eating, Healthy Habits, and Figuring Out Fats.
Duration
30 minute sessions.
Eligibility
Any Michigan Medicine patient can register for a class by calling 734-615-0444.
Cost
A nutrition visit with a registered dietitian is a covered service for over 90% of patients with insurance. Co-pays may be charged. Those without insurance may not have to pay out-of-pocket.
Individualized Nutrition Counseling
One-on-one consultation(s) with a registered dietician to provide individualized advice based on patients’ health conditions and goals. Most visits are available remotely, by video or phone.
Duration
30-60 minutes.
Eligibility
A physician’s referral may be required by insurance.
Cost
A nutrition visit with a registered dietitian is a covered service for over 90% of patients with insurance. Co-pays may be charged. Those without insurance may not have to pay out-of-pocket.
Low Carb Journey
This self-directed program teaches patients how to follow a very low-carbohydrate meal plan (less than 50 grams of carbs/day). Includes brief educational videos and links to online resources, and weekly self-report of weight and carbohydrate intake.
Duration
16 weeks in duration with indefinite access to program content through MyUofMHealth mobile app or patient portal.
Eligibility
Patients must have access to the MyUofMHealth mobile app or patient portal. Referral by a clinician is required.
Cost
No cost.
Very Low Calorie Program
This weight management program begins with an intensive, very low calorie 3-month diet that includes meal replacement, followed by a transition to a personalized diet for sustainable health. The program consists of frequent dietitian visits and periodic physician visits. In addition to the structure, accountability, medical nutrition therapy, and behavioral recommendations provided, the addition of a weight control medication may be considered, if needed.
Duration
2 years plus optional follow-up.
Eligibility
Have a BMI of 30 or more; Covered by BCBSM, Blue Care Network, HAP, and Priority Health.
Cost
Co-pays, prescription medications, and meal replacements.
Food, calorie, and carb tracking apps
These apps focus on self-monitoring, such as logging meals, calories, carbs, and activity. Most offer a free version.
MyFitnessPal
Calorie counter with a large food database, barcode scanner, and fitness-device integration. Free with optional premium.
Lose It!
Calorie budgeting, meal logging, barcode scanning, and habit tracking. Free with optional premium.
MyNetDiary
Customizable nutrition and activity tracker with barcode scanning and wearable device sync. Free with optional premium.
Fooducate
Nutrition education app that grades foods and suggests healthier swaps while you shop.
Carb Manager
Low-carb and keto tracker for net carbs, macros, and calories, with a barcode scanner, recipes, and water and exercise logging. Free with optional premium.
Carb Genius
Low-carb and keto app (by MyNetDiary) for tracking net carbs, macros, and calories, with a large food database, barcode scanner, and recipes. Free with optional premium.
Nourish
Video visits with registered dietitians for personalized nutrition counseling and meal planning. (Accepts many major insurers)
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