We provide uncomplicated lifestyle and nutrition plans and cater them uniquely to you and your goals
Nutrition services offered at High Country Community Health range from Nutrition Counseling for Individual, Pediatric and Family wellness, Chronic Disease Management, Diabetes Education and Support, Preventative Care, Weight Management, and more.
Nutrition Services Offered at High Country Community Health
Nutrition Education
Have a question about Nutrition? Ask to speak with the Registered Dietitian during your doctors appointment.
Group Classes
Lifestyle and Nutrition can be overwhelming. HCCH wants you to know that you are not alone in this! Our group classes are scheduled quarterly and range from a wide variety of topics.
Sliding Scale
No insurance? No Problem! Our Nutrition services start at $0 on our Sliding Scale. Click here to learn more and apply today.
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Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES)
Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support is a program covered by insurance, designed to help people take ownership of their daily diabetes managment including: - Understanding Diabetes - Monitoring your blood sugar - Education on Monitoring tools and systems - Developing a medication routine - Implementing healthy eating and realistic physical activity - Coping with stress - Reducing risks of complications associated with diabetes - Problem Solving
Lower your A1C by 1-2% by participating in MNT or DSMES
The Details
WHAT YOU GET - Initial 45-60 minute session - Three to four 30-minute follow-up sessions within a six-month period to keep you on track - Discussion of your background, lifestyle, body image, eating behaviors, and environments - Homework/activites - Discussion of challenges & successes - Evaluation of goals - Extras
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU - Easy access to affordable health and nutrition guidance - Lifestyle and Nutrition advice that works - Prioritize health and well-being over weightloss - Increase self-confidence in food choices and chronic disease management
Lexi Chimera
Lexi Chimera is a Registered Dietitian at High Country Community Health and sees patients at Burke Medical, East Burke Medical, and Elkin Pediatric Clinics.
Taylor Williams
Taylor Williams is a Registered Dietitian at High Country Community Health and sees patients at our Watauga and Avery County Clinics
