Nutrition

If you want to live a long, active, and healthy life, it’s crucial that you take nutrition seriously. The snacks and meals you eat affect your mood, energy, and metabolism. At Genesis Personal Healthcare Medicine, a telemedicine practice in New York City, their team offers nutrition counseling to people who want to eat healthier and improve their general well-being. To make an appointment, call the office or request an appointment online today. 

What is nutrition?

Nutrition focuses on the relationship between the foods you eat and your health. It uses a combination of patient education, lifestyle changes, and dietary guidance to reduce the risk of disease and improve your quality of life.

If you want to feel mentally and physically better, request a nutrition consultation with the team at Genesis Personal Healthcare Medicine today.

What nutrients should I include in my diet?

The team at Genesis Personal Healthcare Medicine recommends eating a balanced diet featuring macronutrients and micronutrients, including:

• Carbohydrates, like fiber, sugar, and unprocessed starch
• Proteins, like beef and chicken, that contain amino acids
• Fats, like avocado and fish oil, help lubricate the joints and reduce inflammation
• Water, to hydrate your body and help your brain function
• Minerals, like iron, potassium, and calcium
• Water-soluble vitamins, like vitamins B and C
• Fat-soluble vitamins, like vitamins E, D, and K
• Antioxidants are nutrients that help remove toxic substances from your body

No two people have the same dietary needs. After an in-office exam and a series of lab tests, the team can develop a custom nutrition plan that improves your health and quality of life.

What happens during nutrition counseling? 

At Genesis Personal Healthcare Medicine, nutrition counseling begins with a review of your health history and a discussion of your lifestyle. Your provider asks various questions, including how often you drink alcohol, if you use tobacco, and whether you exercise. Answer your provider’s questions honestly. They aren’t there to judge you; your answers help guide treatment.

Next, your Genesis Personal Healthcare Medicine provider performs a physical exam. They also order lab tests, including blood work and urinalysis, to assess your cholesterol levels, blood sugar, and hormones. Lab tests can also identify nutrient or vitamin deficiencies.

After reviewing the results of your tests, your Genesis Personal Healthcare Medicine provider develops a custom nutrition plan. The nutrition plan features meal and snack suggestions that use a variety of ingredients, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, nuts, seeds, and legumes.

When will I experience benefits from improved nutrition?

The time it takes to experience benefits from improved nutrition depends on several factors, including your age and whether you have any underlying health problems. 

Most people who begin eating healthier notice significant changes right away,* like reduced cholesterol levels. During treatment, you visit Genesis Personal Healthcare Medicine every few weeks for checkups. At each checkup, your provider monitors your progress and adjusts the nutrition plan as necessary.

To learn more about the benefits of improved nutrition, make an appointment at Genesis Personal Healthcare Medicine by calling the nearest office or booking online today.