Personalized nutritional counseling in Chicagoland
Proper nutrition and healthy eating is an important part of your overall health. Specialists at Ascension Illinois provide inpatient and outpatient nutrition counseling for children, teens, and adults. Your care team includes registered dietitians, who are specially-trained in diabetes education, sports nutrition, gastrointestinal disorders, oncology and pediatrics. Ask us your questions—big or small. We listen to understand you and your health concerns. Then, we work with you to create a nutrition plan that’s right for you.
Nutrition care teams at Ascension Illinois provide dietary support for:
- Allergies and food intolerances
- Balanced vegetarian diets
- Bariatric surgery preparation and follow-up
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Child and adolescent nutrition
- Diabetes, prediabetes, gestational diabetes
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Heart disease (high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high triglycerides)
- Pregnancy and lactation
- Specialty nutrition for cancer, kidney disease, liver disease
- Sports nutrition
- Weight management
A doctor's order is needed for nutrition counseling. Talk to your doctor today. If you don't have one, we can help you find a doctor near you.
Outpatient medical nutrition therapy
Outpatient medical nutrition therapy is designed to help you or your child take control of your nutritional needs. Your dietitian works with you to create a personalized plan based on your specific needs and food preferences. We also provide food and exercise education and emotional support to help you reach your goals.
Your medical nutrition therapy plan starts with a one-hour consultation with your nutrition specialist. We evaluate your nutritional needs and work with you to set personal goals. Your care plan may include follow-up appointments with your care team on a bi-weekly or monthly basis. Scheduling is available weekdays, evenings and some Saturdays. Talk to your specialist for more information.