People of all ages benefit from making healthful eating, physical activity, and lifestyle choices. Try new foods and new physical activities to get your health plans started. Personalize the Food Guide Pyramid as your roadmap toward eating a variety of foods, using moderation when selecting portion sizes, and balancing your choices over time. Taking the first step toward making healthful choices can be easier if you enlist help from friends and family.

What is a Registered Dietitian?

A registered dietitian is a food and nutrition specialist who has met academic and training requirements to earn the RD credential. All dietitians in the state of Maine must also be licensed by the Board of Dietetic Practice. Registered dietitians can provide credible nutrition guidance and sound advice about your overall nutrition and well-being.

Registered dietitians educate patients about diabetes, cholesterol and heart disease, pregnancy nutrition, dialysis, weight loss, GI problems, and high blood pressure. If you want to make and appointment with a TAMC dietitian, ask your primary healthcare provider. You will also want to check to see if this service is covered by your health insurance.