Key Takeaways:
- Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) tailors dietary guidance to manage diabetes by focusing on carbohydrate management, portion control, meal timing, and weight management to improve blood sugar levels and overall health.
- MNT helps reduce A1C levels, supports weight management, lowers the risk of diabetes complications, and enhances quality of life by improving energy, mood, and well-being.
- Dietitians play a crucial role in creating personalized nutrition plans, offering ongoing support, and empowering patients to make informed decisions that promote long-term health and diabetes management.
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) is a therapeutic approach that utilizes personalized dietary plans to manage and treat various medical conditions. The Aeroflow Diabetes care model provides valuable and actionable insights into how nutrition impacts your overall health and diabetes management. This personalized approach not only equips you with practical strategies to improve your diet but also empowers you to make informed decisions that positively influence your blood sugar levels, energy, and long-term well-being. By leveraging the expertise of dietitians, you can take control of your health journey and achieve sustainable results tailored to your unique needs.
Accessible from the comfort of your own home, Aeroflow’s Medical Nutrition Therapy is available as a preventative care benefit at little to no cost through your insurance plan.
Understanding Medical Nutrition Therapy for Diabetes
For individuals with diabetes, Medical Nutrition Therapy involves customized meal planning and nutritional guidance aimed at controlling blood glucose levels and enhancing overall health. Dietitians work closely with patients to educate them on how different foods affect blood sugar, emphasizing:
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Carbohydrate Management: Understanding carbohydrate intake is vital, as it directly influences blood glucose levels. MNT provides strategies for selecting appropriate carbohydrate sources and managing portions.
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Portion Control: Learning to manage portion sizes helps prevent blood sugar spikes and supports weight management.
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Meal Timing: Coordinating meal and snack times assists in maintaining consistent blood glucose levels throughout the day.
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Weight Loss: Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight through realistic goal setting, meal planning, and behavioral strategies.
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Physical Activity: Integrating physical activity with nutritional guidance enhances the effectiveness of MNT.
CGM Data: Using data to identify patterns and make informed adjustments to dietary habits, ensuring more precise blood sugar management.
Key Benefits of MNT for Diabetes Patients
Engaging in MNT offers several significant advantages:
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Improved Glycemic Control: MNT has been shown to reduce hemoglobin A1C levels by 0.3%–1% in type 1 diabetes and 0.5%–2% in type 2 diabetes, aiding in better blood sugar management.
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Weight Management: Personalized nutrition plans support healthy weight loss or maintenance, which is crucial for enhancing insulin sensitivity and overall metabolic health.
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Reduced Risk of Complications: Effective blood glucose management lowers the risk of diabetes-related complications, including cardiovascular diseases, kidney issues, and nerve damage.
Enhanced Quality of Life: By adopting healthier eating habits, patients often experience increased energy levels, improved mood, improved sleep, and a greater sense of well-being.
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The Role of Dietitians in MNT
Dietitians are essential in delivering MNT. Their expertise enables them to assess individual dietary needs, medical histories, and lifestyle factors to create effective nutrition plans. Collaborating with an RD ensures that dietary interventions are evidence-based and tailored to each person's unique health requirements.
Meet our Clinical Manager of Nutrition Services, Sophie Lauver, MS, RD, LDN, NBC-HWC
Sophie Lauver, a Registered Dietitian and Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, specializes in helping individuals adopt realistic and sustainable nutritional approaches to prevent chronic diseases and improve overall health. With experience across diverse healthcare settings and advanced degrees in communication and dietetics, Sophie combines expertise with a passion for showcasing the transformative benefits of plant-based living. Outside her work, she enjoys cooking, outdoor activities, and spending time with her family in Maryland.
What her credentials mean:
MS: Master of Science
RD: Registered Dietitian
LDN: Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist in North Carolina
NBC-HWC: National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach
Hear from Sophie:
“Offering Medical Nutrition Therapy allows us to empower patients with information to live their best lives. Our dietitians build relationships with their patients and help them build a foundation to achieve their vision for a healthy life. The biggest success? We get to see our patients build confidence in their choices and bodies and see their improvements in lab work and medication reduction.”
Getting Started with Medical Nutrition Therapy
The Aeroflow Diabetes MNT program offers valuable guidance on the role of nutrition in managing diabetes and supporting overall health. This personalized program provides practical strategies to enhance your eating habits while empowering you to make informed choices that benefit your blood sugar levels, energy, and long-term well-being. With the support of our team of dietitians, you can take charge of your health journey and achieve lasting results tailored to your specific needs.
Our dietitians design, host, and plan individual and group sessions that:
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Involve patient-specific goal-setting and care plans
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Implement follow-up conversations to track progress and address obstacles
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Cover diabetes nutrition, heart healthy nutrition, diabetic weight loss, CGM data analysis, and more
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Empower patients to make informed decisions about their health.
If you're living with diabetes and interested in MNT, we are here to help. Simply visit our Medical Nutrition Therapy referral page and complete the form. We’ll compile and verify your information and begin the enrollment process. You’ll hear back from us within 24 hours and we’ll get started.
Get a CGM Through Insurance
Aeroflow Diabetes helps you access CGMs at an affordable cost through insurance. Our quick and easy qualification process ensures you get your supplies delivered straight to your door without the hassle of pharmacy trips. Plus, we send reminders to help you stay stocked on your CGM supplies.
Fill out our simple Eligibility Form today to see if you’re eligible to receive this state-of-the-art CGM through your insurance plan.
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.
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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.
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