Nutrition Services
Preventative care counseling and nutrition therapy for all ages
Our UHS dietitians provide a wide variety of education opportunities for clients of all ages. Medical nutrition therapy provided by a registered dietitian includes a review of your eating habits, physical activity and lifestyle, as well as a thorough assessment of your nutritional status.
Services provided include preventive care counseling and referral-based therapy for:
- Weight management (children and adults)
- Diabetes
- Bariatrics
- Food allergies
- Cholesterol management
- Metabolic syndrome
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Hypertension
- Disordered eating
- Kidney disease
For a referral to one of our dietitians, please contact your Primary Care provider.
UHS News
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Sun safety: Tips for protecting skin and reducing the risk of cancerJuly 09, 2026Whenever you’re outdoors, you should protect your skin from the sun's harmful rays. Practicing sun safety can help lower your risk of sunburn and early signs of skin aging — like age spots, sagging, and wrinkles — and can even reduce your chance of developing skin cancer.
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UHS Ideal earns prestigious 5-star rating in quality, staffingJuly 08, 2026UHS Senior Living at Ideal has achieved a prestigious five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), earning top marks in staffing, quality measures, and overall performance through the agency's Care Compare Five-Star Rating System.
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Take precautions to avoid getting Lyme diseaseJuly 06, 2026If you plan to spend more time outdoors this summer, please be aware of ticks. These parasites are known to carry Lyme disease, particularly in the Northeast, mid-Atlantic and upper Midwest areas. Lyme disease is a tick-borne illness caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and Borrelia mayonii (found only in the upper Midwest).
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Don’t wait to schedule your child’s back-to-school physicalJuly 02, 2026Summer break is here! While summer is a busy time for families to travel and do the activities they enjoy, it’s also the perfect time to schedule a check-up and ensure your child’s immunizations are up-to-date before school resumes in the fall. Booking early can ensure a convenient appointment with your child’s provider.
