Key Takeaways:
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Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) provides customized meal plans and expert guidance tailored to your unique health needs, helping you manage blood sugar more effectively.
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MNT supports heart health, kidney function, and nerve protection, lowering the risk of diabetes-related complications through strategic dietary choices.
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With guidance from Registered Dietitians, MNT offers evidence-based strategies, ongoing support, and practical tools to help you achieve sustainable weight management and improved well-being.
Living with diabetes means balancing medications, blood sugar monitoring, and lifestyle changes. While these are fundamental elements of diabetes management, one often-overlooked strategy can significantly enhance your care plan: Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT). Here are the top 5 reasons why adding MNT for diabetes to your care plan can make a transformative difference in your health.
Why Try MNT for Diabetes
1. Gain Personalized Nutrition Guidance
No two individuals are the same, and neither are their nutritional needs. MNT provides a personalized approach by crafting meal plans and strategies tailored to your health goals, lifestyle, and unique medical history. This ensures you receive expert advice that works specifically for you.
2. Improve Blood Sugar Control
Managing blood sugar is at the core of diabetes care, and MNT excels in this area. With guidance on carbohydrate selection, portion sizes, and meal timing, MNT helps you maintain stable blood glucose levels. Research even shows that MNT can lower A1C by up to 2% for individuals with type 2 diabetes.
3. Reduce the Risk of Diabetes Complications
Proper nutrition plays a key role in preventing complications like heart disease, kidney issues, vision impairment, and nerve damage. MNT empowers you to make dietary choices that protect your long-term health and reduce the likelihood of costly and challenging complications.
"This was my first experience with a dietitian. Mary is very professional and patient at the same time. She listened to my concerns very carefully and planned a nutrition plan for me to help me manage my diabetes during my pregnancy. I am more confident now and the best part is she is always reachable if I have any concerns or questions regarding my diabetes or diet. Thanks, Mary."
-Monica S
Why Choose Aeroflow Diabetes for Medical Nutrition Therapy?
The Aeroflow Diabetes Medical Nutrition Therapy program is designed to help you better understand the critical role nutrition plays in managing diabetes and improving overall health. Our customized approach provides patients with the knowledge and confidence to make decisions that positively impact blood sugar levels, energy, and long-term wellbeing. With guidance from our team of Registered Dietitians, MNT participants gain the support needed to take control of their health and achieve lasting outcomes.
Our program includes:
- Both individual and group sessions led by experienced Registered Dietitians
- Customized goal-setting and care plans tailored to patient needs
- Regular follow-ups to monitor progress and address challenges
- Comprehensive coverage of topics such as diabetes nutrition, heart-healthy eating, weight management, and CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitoring) data interpretation
If you’re ready to incorporate MNT into your diabetes care, we’re here to make the process simple. Visit our Medical Nutrition Therapy referral page, complete the intake form, and we’ll handle the rest. Once your information is verified, you’ll hear from us within 24 hours to begin your journey toward better health.
Sophie Lauver MS, RD, LDN, NBC-HWC
Sophie Lauver is a Medical Advisor for Aeroflow Diabetes, a Registered Dietitian and Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach. Sophie has worked across various healthcare settings including hospitals, long-term care facilities, rehabilitation centers, and wellness technology. She specializes in guiding individuals towards a plant-based lifestyle in order to significantly reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, heart disease, and high cholesterol.
About the Author
Tara Giltner is the Marketing Manager at Aeroflow Diabetes, where she leads comprehensive marketing and communications strategies to elevate brand awareness, patient engagement, and market share in the diabetes care sector. With over a decade of experience in marketing, public relations, and content development, she is passionate about leveraging strategic communications to empower patients, enhance experiences, and improve health outcomes.
Tara’s career includes agency and in-house roles within healthcare and wellness organizations, as well as leadership roles in the Public Relations Society of America. A graduate of University of South Carolina, she is now a North Carolina resident, where she enjoys life with her husband, two daughters, two dogs, and a cat.
Aeroflow Diabetes Disclaimer
Information provided on the Aeroflow Diabetes website is not intended as a substitute for medical advice or care from a healthcare professional. Aeroflow recommends consulting your healthcare provider if you are experiencing medical issues relating to diabetes care.
