Nutrition Counseling

Triangle Nutrition Therapy specializes in sports nutrition but offers Raleigh nutrition counseling services to cover an array of needs. Whether you're looking to lose weight, increase your energy level or treat and improve a medical condition, Tracy Owens, Triangle Nutrition Therapy's dietitian/nutritionist, can help you!

At Triangle Nutrition Therapy, it's about improving your health through practical steps -- not going to unrealistic extremes. Contact Tracy today to learn more about individual, sports nutrition counseling or group presentations.

What to expect from your first nutrition counseling appointment

Your first appointment will cover the basics: Your goals in enlisting the help of a nutritionist, what you hope to gain from counseling and your current dietary habits and level of health. We will partner together to formulate a specific, easy to follow plan that will work for you.

First appointment is $85 and includes:
  • An hour of nutrition counseling
  • An assessment of your current health and medical history
  • A review of your current goals, whether medical or sports-related
  • An assessment of your physical activity and determination of calories expended
  • A nutrition/meal plan tailored for you and your specific goals
Follow-up appointments: $85/per session

There is an abundance of nutrition information in this big, wide world -- from the web to magazines and bestselling books. If it was a as simple as just handing you a few sheets with some nutrition information, everyone would be fit, healthy and know what to eat. We all know it is much more complicated. Follow-up appointments are recommended to teach, guide, encourage and challenge you to make lasting changes in your habits and choices.

Together, we decide what frequency of visits will work for you. Typically, clients visit Triangle Nutrition Therapy every 2-3 weeks for a one-hour appointment.

At each session:
  • Food records are reviewed for issues, questions and triggers, although you are not required to complete food records if this is not your desire
  • Together we identify obstacles to your goals and you will learn strategies to overcome your roadblocks
  • We celebrate successes and discover how they were accomplished
  • We discuss topics of interest to you. For example: How to make healthier restaurant choices; the effects of omega 3s on heart health, etc. The choices are numerous.
In addition to discussing what to eat, your session may cover aspects on how to eat, such as:
  • Learning how to plan meals for you and your family
  • Identifying whether you are an emotional, mindless or stress eater and what to do about it
  • Learning to distinguish between hunger and appetite
  • How to get rid of the "dieting" mindset
  • How to manage midlife fat cells
  • Many more topics available at your request

Metabolism test

Do you ever wonder about your metabolism? Have it tested and find out exactly what your resting metabolism measures. Triangle Nutrition Therapy offers quick, accurate metabolism tests for only $50.00.

Since your resting metabolic rate (RMR) accounts for up to 70 - 75% of the total calories needed each day, it's a critical piece of information in understanding your daily calorie needs. Triangle Nutrition Therapy uses the BodyGem device to provide information that's vital for determining individual metabolism. Once we've determined your RMR, we can more accurately assess your nutrition needs and help you maintain proper weight and nutrition.

Health insurance reimbursement

Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina will pay for four or six visits with a BCBS credentialed dietitian if you have Blue Care HMO, Blue Advantage or Blue Options. You must join the Member Health Partnership to receive this benefit. Call 1-800-218-5295 to enroll.