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Create Your Weight 10-Week Seminar

Start Date: Tuesday, May 6th

Time: 4:30pm – 6:00pm

Location: University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview
Phillips-Wangensteen B
3rd floor Conference Room (meet in Lobby)

Cost: $200 for classes, materials and metabolic testing.

This 10-week course was developed by Registered Dietitians, the experts in nutritional care and weight management. Based on guidelines from the American Dietetic Association and Health Care Professionals, the program encompasses nutrition education, physical activity and the role of behavioral therapy in weight reduction and weight management. Unlike most weight loss programs, “Create Your Weight” will provide participants with the knowledge and tools they need to successfully manage their weight forever simply by making better choices.

This 10-week course includes:

• Guidelines for Weight Management

• Benefits of Weight Loss

• Body Composition

• Role of Exercise

• Behavior Modification

• Vitamins, Minerals and Water

• Food Shopping and Labels

• Dining Out and Recipe Modification

• Fad Diets

Unique additions to this program:

The latest technology in weight loss measures your metabolism. A 10 minute breath test will accurately determine the number of calories you need to maintain, lose or gain weight. Eliminate the guess work when dieting. Your number is unique to your body, personalizing your weight management plan.

Track your progress using the BalanceLog software. Create menus, monitor the number of calories consumed each day, track your level of exercise and even water intake!

Online support is available from dietitians. Identify areas for improvement, or get confirmation on a job well done!

Behavior Modification workbook to help pinpoint specific problem areas and help you stay on track.

For more information or to register please contact Fairview OnCall at 612-672-7272.








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