Nutrition

Registered dietitians are uniquely trained to advise on food and nutrition for the prevention and management of nutrition-related health concerns.

Our registered dietitians provide free individual nutrition assessments, counseling, support, and education for adults and children > 2 years old connected with a WestView Primary Care Network Physician or Nurse Practitioner. 

Dietitians can help you: 

• Prevent or manage chronic health conditions like diabetes, high cholesterol or high blood pressure
• Manage digestive issues such as IBS, Crohn’s Disease, acid reflux and constipation
• Optimize nutrition across the lifespan, from childhood to older age
• Learn healthy eating skills like label reading, meal planning and grocery shopping on a budget
• Meet nutrition needs on a vegetarian or vegan diet
• Achieve individual health and lifestyle goals 
• Build or restore a healthy relationship with food 

To book an individual appointment, please speak to your WestView PCN physician or primary care provider for a referral.

Group Education Classes

Our registered dietitians facilitate informative and interactive education sessions that provide patients with information, peer support, and practical nutrition and food-related skill development opportunities. Group education sessions are available in-person and virtually. Current education sessions being offered are:

Meal Planning 101

Busy schedules and everyday demands can make it challenging to prepare nutritious meals at home. But with some simple steps and practical strategies it can be quick and easy to put together tasty and nutritious meals that the whole family will enjoy. Join our registered dietitians to learn how to plan and prepare meals that will save you time, money and stress while helping you reach your healthy eating goals.

Length: 90 Minutes

Virtual Class delivered via Zoom OR In-Person at WVPCN Main Office

Next Class: November 6, 2024, 10:00 – 11:30 am

*In-person at WVPCN main office: space limited to 10 participants

Healthy Holiday Eating

Food is a key part of holiday celebrations, but the season can also make it challenging to maintain your healthy eating habits. But with a little planning, it is possible to be festive and feel good about your food choices. Join our registered dietitians to learn ten top tips for eating healthy during the holiday season.

Length: 90 Minutes

Virtual Class delivered via Zoom OR In-Person at WVPCN Main Office

Next class: December 4, 2024, 10:00 – 11:30 am

*In-person at WVPCN main office: space limited to 10 participants

Getting Started with Healthy Eating

Healthy eating shouldn’t be complicated. But with so much conflicting nutrition information out there it can be difficult to know where to start. Join our registered dietitians as they break down healthy eating into bite-sized pieces that you can understand, apply and most importantly - enjoy! Topics include: balancing meals, key nutrients for health, meal and snack patterning, reading nutrition labels, mindful eating and goal setting.

Length: 90 Minutes

Virtual Class delivered via Zoom OR In-Person at WVPCN Main Office

Next Class: January 15, 2025, 10:00 – 11:30 am

*In-person at WVPCN main office: space limited to 10 participants

Make it Mediterranean

The Mediterranean diet is one of the best researched in the world. And for good reason! Studies show it can help reduce the risk of heart disease, lower blood pressure, improve cholesterol levels and help manage blood sugars – plus it’s delicious! Join our registered dietitians as they discuss the key components of this eating pattern and what makes it so healthy, while learning simple and practical tips to help you incorporate it into your everyday eating plan.

Length: 90 Minutes

Virtual Class delivered via Zoom OR In-Person at WVPCN Main Office

Next class: February 12, 2025, 10:00 – 11:30 am

In-person at WVPCN main office: space limited to 10 participants

Grocery Store Tour

Healthy eating starts at the grocery store. But with so many options, it can be hard to know how to make the best choices for you and your family. If you want to learn important skills like how to read a food label, shop well on a budget or make changes to manage a specific health condition, our in-store tours can help you sort the whole wheat from the chaff. Join our registered dietitians as they show you how to navigate the aisles to best meet your healthy eating goals in a fun and interactive environment.

Length: 60 Minutes

In-Person at a local grocery store

Next Session: November 20, 2024, 10:00 – 11:30 am (more details provided upon registration)

To register, ask your family doctor for a referral, contact us directly by phone at (780) 960-9533 Ext. 3, or email us using the Contact page form.