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Nutrition Services

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The Saint Alphonsus Nutrition Program helps people improve their health through better eating, healthy habits, and physical activity. The program focuses on managing health conditions through good nutrition and maintaining a healthy weight. We believe that educating patients and their families is key to improving overall health and wellness.

A Registered Dietitian can help with many different needs—not just weight loss.

Want to Eat Healthier?
A Registered Dietitian can:

  • Help you understand what healthy eating really means
  • Teach you how to read food labels
  • Show you how to cook healthy meals on a budget
  • Give tips for eating out without ruining your goals
  • Help you avoid unhealthy food choices at work

Help for Children and Teens
If your child has trouble eating healthy or has growth concerns, a Registered Dietitian can:

  • Help you feed your baby properly
  • Teach kids healthy eating habits
  • Address concerns like being underweight or overweight

Food Allergies or Sensitivities
If you have food allergies or intolerances, a Registered Dietitian can:

  • Help you identify foods to avoid
  • Teach you what to look for on food labels
  • Create a diet that fits your specific needs

Ongoing Health Conditions
If you have conditions like pre-diabetes, heart disease, or high blood pressure, a Registered Dietitian can:

  • Help you change your diet safely
  • Make sure your meals are still enjoyable and nutritious
  • Work as part of your healthcare team

Digestive Problems
A Registered Dietitian can help with digestive issues such as:

  • Crohn’s disease
  • IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)
  • Nutrition after surgery (like colostomy)
  • Unplanned weight loss
  • Special diets like FODMAP

Pregnancy and Family Planning
If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, a Registered Dietitian can:

  • Help you get the nutrients you need
  • Guide healthy weight gain during pregnancy
  • Help manage pregnancy-related conditions

Weight Loss Support
If you want to lose weight, a Registered Dietitian can:

  • Create a healthy eating and exercise plan
  • Help you build better habits
  • Support long-term success so the weight stays off

Caring for Older Adults
If you are caring for an aging parent, a Registered Dietitian can:

  • Help with changing nutrition needs as people age
  • Offer advice on healthy eating for older adults

Before or After Surgery
Good nutrition can help your body heal faster. A Registered Dietitian can:

  • Help you prepare for surgery
  • Support recovery after surgery
  • Lower the risk of complications
  • Create a meal plan that fits your needs

A Registered Dietitian works with you to improve your health through simple, practical changes that fit your everyday life.

 



Francis, a Boise resident, shares his experience to live his life without weight limitations. He is still on his journey but has the tools necessary to stay on track and be engaged in life!

Contact

To schedule an appointment with a Registered Dietitian, call 208-367-7380 or email BOHSOutpatientNutrition@saintalphonsus.org.