Pursuing a Healthy Weight
Hours: 2.50
What is a healthy weight? Multiple factors impact our body weight and size, yet as healthcare providers, we often focus more on the scale readout rather than the behaviors that influence our patients’ weight and health. This module discusses the psychological and physical issues facing those with obesity, along with the impact of chronic dieting and weight bias on health. It also provides tools, such as tips on motivational interviewing, non-diet health goal setting, for the provider to use in clinical practice, and briefly reviews traditional weight management guidelines.
What is a healthy weight? Multiple factors impact our body weight and size, yet as healthcare providers, we often focus more on the scale readout rather than the behaviors that influence our patients’ weight and health. This module discusses the psychological and physical issues facing those with obesity, along with the impact of chronic dieting and weight bias on health. It also provides tools, such as tips on motivational interviewing, non-diet health goal setting, for the provider to use in clinical practice, and briefly reviews traditional weight management guidelines.
Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services (Dietary)
Approved for 2.50 continuing education clock hours for Kansas licensed dietitians by the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability. Long Term Sponsorship number LTS-D1058. This activity is approved for 2.50 contact hours.
Certified Health Education Specialist
Sponsored by Relias LLC, a designated provider of continuing education contact hours (CECH) in health education by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc. This program is designated for Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES) and/or Master Certified Health Education Specialists (MCHES) to receive up to 2.50 total Category I continuing education contact hours.
Recognize the causes and effects of overweight and obesity in the U.S.
Describe the psychological and physical impacts of chronic dieting and weight bias.
Identify and analyze factors that influence behavioral change.
Restate at least 3 components of a non-diet approach.
Identify at least 3 interventions that specifically focus on health, food choices, and physical activity with your patients or clients.
Review traditional weight-loss options, including diets, medication, and surgery used in weight management programs.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Defining a Healthy Weight
Weight Parameters
Concerns with BMI
Does BMI Predict Morbidity and Mortality?
Waist Circumference
The Diet Industry
Results of Weight Loss Research
Section 3: Impact of Weight Stigma and Weight Bias
Ethics and Bias in Weight Management
Avoiding Weight Stigma and Bias
Choosing to Promote A Weight-Neutral Approach
Section 4: Causes of Obesity
A Very Complex Issue
Screen Time
Sleep
Impact of Food Insecurity
Environmental Factors
Physical Activity
Encouraging Joyful Movement
Microbiome
Section 5: Establishing a Healthy Relationship with Food
Effects of Chronic Dieting
Establishing a Healthy Relationship with Food
Disordered Eating Behaviors
Binge Eating Disorder (BED)
Obesity and Behavioral Health Disorders
Stages of Change
Motivational Interviewing
Honoring Hunger and Fullness
Is it Physical or Emotional Hunger?
Section 6: Emphasizing Nourishing Food Choices
Vegetables and Fruits
Results of Diet Research
Dietary Patterns that Support Health
Section 7: Treatment Goals for Health
Plan of Action
Affirm Your Client’s Strengths and Successes
Targets for Behavior Strategies
Section 8: Traditional Treatment for Obesity
Structured Weight Management Programs
Diabetes Prevention
Pros and Cons of Prescription Weight Loss Drugs
Bariatric Surgery
Promoting Health
Section 9: Clinical Vignette
Section 10: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Instructor: Bryn Davis, LPC, MACJulie Stefanski, MEd, RDN, CSSD, LDN, CDCES, FAND is a SME Writer focused on topics related to food, nutrition & dietetics for Relias. She is a registered dietitian nutritionist and has been a certified diabetes educator since 2003. Ms. Stefanski earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics and a master's degree in Adult Education with a special focus on distance learning. She was an adjunct instructor in the Stabler Department of Nursing at York College of Pennsylvania for 13 years. Stefanski is the owner of Stefanski Nutrition Services where she specializes in pediatric nutrition, diabetes, gastrointestinal issues and sports nutrition. Stefanski serves as national media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
Disclosure: Julie Stefanski, MEd, RDN, CSSD, LDN, CDCES, FAND has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
Bryn Davis received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Sociology from the University of Virginia and a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lynchburg College. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina. She also holds a national certification as a Master Addiction Counselor (MAC) through NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals. Additionally, she is certified as a Clinical Telemental Health Provider. Prior to joining Relias in 2020, she served as Clinical Director of a community mental health agency, developed an intensive treatment program for individuals diagnosed with substance use disorders, and provided outpatient counseling focused on trauma-informed care. Disclosure: Bryn Davis, LPC, MAC has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.Expert Reviewer: Minnie Taw MD
Dr. Taw received her medical degree from the Chicago Medical School and completed her residency in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at Mount Sinai Hospital in NYC. She is board certified in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics and Obesity Medicine and has a master’s in human nutrition from Columbia University. She is a certified yoga instructor as well as a health and wellness coach. Disclosure: Minnie Taw MD has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
The target audience for this course is: Health Educators; Intermediate level Social Workers; Level II level Dietitians; Nurses; Physicians; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.
Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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