| Description: | Unhealthy lifestyle behaviors are modifiable risk factors for several diseases, including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, cognitive decline, and many more. Nutrition and other lifestyle interventions are considered first-line therapy for many health issues. In fact, 60% of American adults have one or more diet-related chronic diseases.4 And while it’s fairly common knowledge that a major aspect of good health is diet, adhering to lifestyle change for the long-term can be challenging for many patients. Nutrition counseling is only included in an estimated 25-40% of primary care visits. How can clinicians educate their patients about diet and help them to maintain lifestyle changes for the long-term? |
