In January, Beaufort Memorial
dietitians are offering “Create Your
Weight,” a 12-week adult weight
management program, to the public.
The cost will be in the range of $90
to $130, depending on your particu-
lar needs. Developed by registered
dietitians and based on guidelines of
the American Dietetic Association,
the program encompasses nutrition
education, physical activity, and the
role of behavioral therapy in weight
loss and weight management.
“The nutrition component
includes basics, such as calorie
composition, food portions, supple-
ments, food preparation, dining
out, food labels and shopping tips,”
says instructor Kassie Keys, RD. “We
also discuss the role physical activ-
ity plays in weight reduction and
management. And, lastly, the behav-
ior modif ication module focuses
on personal awareness, behavior
chains and our relationship with
food. Essentially, we hope to give
participants the tools they need to
successfully manage their weight
forever, simply by making better
choices.”
Participants will attend a class
once a week for 12 weeks, followed
by three monthly sessions to address
hot topics in nutrition, exercise and
behavior modifcation. Te classes
will be held next to the hospital
at the Beaufort Medical Plaza. For
more information and to register, call
843-522-5353
.
Be in control—join us for Create Your Weight!
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