Measure Up

A Good Idea

Description

Through teaching better eating habits, the Measure Up program seeks to equip and empower participants in weight loss as well as their pursuit of overall healthy living. The program includes an initial metabolic and behavioral assessment with a registered dietitian followed by 9 follow-up sessions with a personal nutrition and wellness coach, exercise education, and admission to a gourmet cooking demonstration.

Goal / Mission

The Measure Up program helps participants lose weight and learn to live healthier lifestyles through better eating habits.

Impact

Participants of the Measure Up program receive personalized assistance from registered dietitians to improve eating and exercise habits.

Results / Accomplishments

Registered dietitians and exercise experts at RUSH provide evidence-based expertise and practical applications to teach program participants better eating habits that help individuals lose weight, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and manage diabetes. Dietitians help to analyze the nutrient and caloric contents of current food intake and determine the nutritional requirements of each person, while also assessing each person's body composition to determine energy requirements. Progress is monitored and plans are adjusted in 30-minute follow-up sessions.

About this Promising Practice

Organization(s)
Rush University Medical Center
Primary Contact
Food and Nutrition Services, Rush University Medical Center
1700 W. Van Buren Ave., Ste. 425
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 942-5926
Topics
Health / Physical Activity
Organization(s)
Rush University Medical Center
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Target Audience
Adults