Logan Regional Hospital, an integral part of the Intermountain Healthcare system, is committed to providing comprehensive and advanced hospital care to the valley. With a medical staff of over 190 physicians covering most medical specialties, the hospital prides itself on its utilization of the latest technology and high-quality, compassionate care. Recognized both nationally and internationally for its best medical outcomes for patients, Intermountain Healthcare has even been lauded by the White House as a model healthcare system for the nation.
Logan Health is proud to extend its commitment to well-being through outpatient nutrition services, delivered by expert Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs). These professionals are dedicated to helping individuals achieve their health goals through personalized and evidence-based nutrition guidance.
The Vital Role of Nutrition
Nutrition plays a vital role in overall well-being, impacting everything from energy levels to chronic disease management. Recognizing this, Logan Health's registered dietitian nutritionists (RD or RDNs) partner with individuals to develop safe and realistic eating plans that can be sustained for the long haul.
Only a registered dietitian nutritionist has completed multiple layers of education and training established by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics. This rigorous preparation ensures that RDNs possess the expertise to provide reliable and effective nutrition counseling.
Comprehensive Nutrition Services Offered
Logan Health Medical Fitness Center provides a wide array of nutrition services tailored to meet diverse needs. These services include:
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- Nutrition and Weight Loss: Addressing weight management through sustainable lifestyle changes and habit formation.
- General Wellness Services: Individualized programs designed to improve overall health and well-being.
- Chronic Disease Management and Prevention: Nutritional strategies for managing conditions like prediabetes, diabetes, osteoporosis, heart disease, kidney disease, and cancer.
- Pediatric and Family Nutrition: Addressing infant feeding, school-age nutrition, picky eating, food allergy management, and growth concerns.
- Women's Health: Specialized nutrition guidance for pregnancy, postpartum, gestational diabetes, PCOS, menopause, and fertility.
- Sports and Performance Nutrition: Fueling strategies for training, recovery, hydration, and supplement guidance.
- Eating Disorder Support: Disordered eating recovery, intuitive eating counseling, and body image support.
Individualized Assessments and Programs
Logan Health offers several assessments and programs designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of an individual's health status and guide them toward appropriate interventions.
Healthy Living Screening
This basic assessment offers a snapshot of overall health and well-being, evaluating cardiovascular fitness, strength, and body composition. A one-on-one analysis with a coach provides an understanding of basic health metrics and personalized recommendations for next steps. The screening includes:
- Step Test: A 3-minute physical exercise test used to assess cardiorespiratory fitness, specifically estimating an individual’s VO2max (maximal oxygen uptake) under submaximal conditions.
- Grip Strength: A reliable measure of overall muscle strength, particularly in the hands and forearms.
- Inbody Body Composition Assessment: Measures percent body fat, Basal Metabolic Rate, fat-free muscle mass, total weight, and cell hydration.
Healthy Living Screening Plus
This more comprehensive assessment provides a deeper dive into well-being, identifying areas where lifestyle adjustments may be beneficial. In addition to the components of the Healthy Living Screening, this option includes:
- Cholestec Finger Stick: Blood chemistry analysis for cholesterol and glucose markers.
- Resting Blood Pressure: An important indicator of cardiovascular health.
- Sleep Apnea Screening: Assesses the risk for sleep apnea.
Falls Prevention Program
Falls are a leading cause of injury, death, and loss of independence in older adults. Logan Health Medical Fitness Center offers evidence-based programs to prevent falls and increase quality of life. These programs focus on lower and upper body strength, flexibility, posture, body mechanics, and breathing. Classes such as J-Walking, Tai Chi, Zumba, Flex & Balance, HydroFit, S.A.I.L, and S.E.L.F are available.
Nutrition Counseling: A Personalized Approach
Nutrition counseling at Logan Health is based on scientific, dependable evidence. Registered dietitians provide support and expertise to help clients make sustainable, healthful changes that can last a lifetime. Nutrition counseling can be beneficial for:
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- Preventing or managing chronic diseases
- Improving athletic performance
- Identifying nutrition factors affecting overall well-being
Nutrition Packages
To provide comprehensive support, Logan Health offers nutrition packages that include an initial 60-minute session and follow-up 30-minute sessions. The "Three to Thrive Package" allows individuals to sample wellness coaching, nutrition coaching, and a personal training session.
Specialized Programs and Support
Logan Health provides specialized programs to address specific needs and populations.
Work Comp-Based Clinical Services
This program benefits individuals with diagnosed chronic conditions, orthopedic, or other medical problems resulting from a work comp claim. Participants receive a physician's referral and work with clinical staff to establish goals and develop an exercise program. The program includes consultation, supervised exercise options, progress reports, wellness lectures, and unlimited facility access.
Way to Wellness Program
Way to Wellness is a year-long, personalized program that uses evidence-based methods to help individuals boost physical activity, improve nutrition, and address weight-related health conditions, including prediabetes.
Virtual Nutrition Services
Logan Health offers virtual nutrition consultations to provide convenient access to expert nutrition support. These consultations include customized nutrition plans, practical meal planning tips, and support for long-term wellness goals.
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Addressing Common Nutrition Concerns
Logan Health recognizes that navigating the world of nutrition information can be challenging. Their registered dietitians provide guidance on various topics, including:
- Plant-Based Protein Swaps: Exploring smart, simple plant-based protein swaps that support health.
- The Keto Flu: Understanding and mitigating the symptoms of the "keto flu" when drastically reducing carbohydrate intake.
- Fast Food Choices: Making informed choices when eating at fast-food restaurants.
- Grocery Store Food Traps: Avoiding marketing tactics that make unhealthy products appear healthier.
- Sugar Substitutes: Evaluating the safety and potential adverse effects of aspartame and other sugar substitutes.
- Food Allergies: Differentiating between true food allergies and food sensitivities.
- Antioxidants: Identifying overlooked sources of antioxidants in herbs and spices.
Resources for Continued Learning
Logan Health offers a variety of resources to support individuals in their journey toward better health, including:
- Diabetes Care Handbook: Providing essential tips and guidance for managing diabetes.
- 6-Week Habit Tracker: A tool to visualize progress and celebrate milestones in achieving health goals.
The Expertise of Registered Dietitian Nutritionists
A registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) is a nutrition expert that incorporates counseling, based on scientific, dependable evidence, to assist clients on a path towards improved health and wellness. An RDN has the information, implements the expertise, and provides the support needed to make sustainable, healthful changes that can last a lifetime.
Contact Information and Scheduling
To schedule an appointment or learn more about Logan Health's dietitian services, contact Mike Tryon at (406) 751-4131. For diabetes-specific care, contact the Diabetes Education and Prevention Center at (406) 751-5454. Please note that Logan Health Medical Fitness Center is currently unable to bill insurance for RDN services, and costs must be paid out of pocket.