Nutrition and wellness: Improve your health through better nutrition

UW Health dietitians will meet with you to review your usual eating patterns and habits and will work with you to set goals for better health.

• Ask your primary care doctor about a referral for Nutrition Services

• Call (608) 890-5500 to set up a Nutrition Clinic appointment

UW Health specialty clinics offer nutrition counseling for patients being seen for a wide variety of conditions, including cancer, diabetes, digestive health issues, heart issues, weight management, sports performance and rehabilitation, and many more. To access our specialty nutrition services:

• If you're a patient at a UW Health specialty clinic, talk to your doctor or provider about nutrition services that are available.

• Call your insurance company with questions about coverage. Please remember that some clinics require referrals and coverage will be determined by your insurance company.

The Lifestyle Change Program at UW Health supports participants in making small, realistic steps towards achieving and maintaining a healthier lifestyle as it pertains to nutrition, activity, sleep, and emotional and social well-being.

This program is based on the CDC's Prevent T2 curriculum and is well-positioned to support patients in preventing diabetes.

Watch a video about the program

Classes are weekly for the first 3 months followed by a transition period of every other week for the following 2 months. The final 6 months of the program will have monthly classes. This program is provided in multiple formats including in-person, virtual and hybrid models.

Participants will:

• Connect with a certified Lifestyle Change Coach

• Engage with the evidence based, PreventT2 curriculum to learn realistic strategies for improving everyday food choices, physical activity, sleep, and well-being

• Join a support network with others on a path to better health

Gain access to an online platform where participants can interact with each other and the program 24/7.

To learn more, check out our FAQ (pdf) or email us at LifestyleChange@UWHealth.org

We understand how your relationship with food can impact your nutritional health. This four-week class focuses on the evidenced-based concept of intuitive eating, including mindful eating, hunger/fullness scale, joyful movement, self compassion, challenging food rules, gentle nutrition and weight stigma.

To register, call (608) 890-5500.

Enjoy cooking classes featuring healthy and family-friendly recipes led by UW Health nutritionists.