Join Us for a Lifestyle Medicine Webinar: Food as Medicine

Discover how food can be one of the most powerful tools for improving health and preventing chronic disease. In this engaging webinar, participants will be introduced to the principles of Culinary Medicine, an evidence-based approach that combines the science of nutrition with practical cooking skills.

Led by a Registered Dietitian, this session will explore how simple, nutritious meals can support overall well-being, reduce the risk of chronic conditions, and help individuals make sustainable lifestyle changes. Attendees will learn practical strategies for meal planning, healthy ingredient substitutions, and preparing delicious, nutrient-dense meals at home.

Whether you are looking to improve your health, manage a chronic condition, or gain confidence in the kitchen, this webinar will provide actionable tips and resources to help you make food a powerful part of your wellness journey.

What Is This Service?

This is a Lifestyle Medicine Group Nutrition Visit led by a registered dietitian.

The visit combines healthy eating education, cooking demonstrations, food tasting, and group discussion. The goal is to help you better understand how food affects your health and to teach practical skills that you can use in everyday life.

Some insurance plans require a referral before participation. Depending on your insurance, a referral may be needed from your primary care provider, Lifestyle Medicine provider, virtual provider, or another healthcare professional.

How to Register

Register for the Lifestyle Medicine Group Nutrition Visit on this page by selecting the date you would like to attend.

After you register, our team will review your information and determine whether any additional steps are needed before participation, such as obtaining a referral or collecting additional information.

Once registration is finalized, you will be added to the registered dietitian's schedule. You can also view appointment information and visit details through MyAtriumHealth.

More in-depth event instructions will be sent to the email address used during registration.

Before the Visit

After you are scheduled, you may be asked to complete eCheck-In through MyAtriumHealth, similar to other healthcare appointments.

During eCheck-In, you may be asked to complete nutrition or wellness questionnaires.

These questionnaires help the registered dietitian understand your goals, eating habits, and nutrition concerns so the visit can better meet the needs of the group.

Depending on your insurance and registration status, you may also be asked to complete privacy forms, HIPAA forms, telemedicine consent forms (when applicable), self-pay forms, Medicaid-related forms, or other required Atrium Health paperwork.

What to Expect During the Visit

Welcome and Introduction (About 10 Minutes)

Participants will check in and meet members of the Lifestyle Medicine team.

The registered dietitian will review the plan for the visit, discuss common themes identified through participant questionnaires, and explain the topic being covered during the session.

Restrooms and water are available during the event.

Nutrition Education, Cooking Demonstration, and Taste Testing (About 50 Minutes)

The remainder of the visit includes nutrition education, cooking demonstrations, food tasting, discussion, and practical learning activities.

Participants may:

• Learn how food affects health
• Learn ways to build healthier meals
• Watch healthy cooking demonstrations
• Review recipes and meal ideas
• Participate in group discussion
• Taste foods prepared during the session

The goal is to help you build practical skills that you can use at home.

The patient is responsible for telling us about any food allergies.

Questions and Individual Support

Questions are encouraged throughout the visit.

Participants may request a brief conversation with a virtual member of the Lifestyle Medicine team before or after the session.

Documentation and Follow-Up

Participation will be documented in your Atrium Health medical record.

After the visit, an After Visit Summary (AVS) will be available in MyAtriumHealth. The AVS may include recipes, handouts, nutrition information, and materials discussed during the visit.

Insurance and Financial Information

Insurance coverage varies by plan.

Participants are responsible for checking whether this service is covered by their insurance and for understanding any costs that may apply. A common CPT code used for this service is the 97804.

Important Information

This visit takes place in a group setting. Please be thoughtful about the personal information you choose to share, as other participants may hear the discussion.

This service provides nutrition assessment, nutrition education, healthy cooking instruction, and nutrition support in a group environment. It is not intended to replace emergency medical care.