Nutrition therapy

From WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

Nutrition Therapy is a therapeutic approach to treating medical conditions and their associated symptoms via the use of a specifically tailored diet devised and monitored by a medical professional, dietitian, or professional nutritionist. The therapy aims at the recovery of an ill or injured patient and promotes healthy habits to reduce the risk of developing further health issues.

Overview[edit | edit source]

Nutrition therapy is often suggested by healthcare providers. The therapy involves the modification of a person's diet to ensure that the necessary nutrients are being consumed to aid in the recovery or management of a disease or illness. The specific dietary plan will depend on the individual's illness, lifestyle, and personal preferences.

Types of Nutrition Therapy[edit | edit source]

There are several types of Nutrition Therapy that are used depending on the individual's health condition. These include:

  • Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT): This is a therapeutic approach to treating medical conditions and their associated symptoms via the use of a specifically tailored diet devised and monitored by a medical professional. The therapy aims at the recovery of an ill or injured patient and promotes healthy habits to reduce the risk of developing further health issues.
  • Diet Therapy: This is a method of eating prescribed by a physician to improve health. A diet therapy might be recommended for weight loss, lowering cholesterol, or controlling diabetes.
  • Nutritional Counseling: This is an ongoing process in which a health professional, usually a registered dietitian, works with an individual to assess his or her dietary intake and identify areas where change is needed.

Benefits of Nutrition Therapy[edit | edit source]

Nutrition therapy can provide numerous benefits, including:

  • Improved physical health
  • Enhanced mental health
  • Increased energy levels
  • Reduced risk of disease
  • Improved ability to cope with stress

See Also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]


Nutrition therapy Resources
Wikipedia
WikiMD
Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index‏‎ - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes

Search WikiMD

Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD

WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

Let Food Be Thy Medicine
Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates

WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD