We change lifestyles, not just waistlines.

At Mettler, nutrition isn't just about food or diets. Our philosophy of whole life fitness means that we look at you holistically, and determine how we can work together to make lifestyle adjustments. We have an array of services and programs to help you grow in areas that are holding you back from a healthy diet and a better life. Our nutrition online services, personal consultations, cooking classes, and many other offerings work together with a fit, healthy lifestyle—and that's what we want for you.

Tip of the Week

Center entertainment around non-food events such as ice skating, renting a holiday movie, or singing carols.   

Recipe of the Month

Grilled Zucchini with Greek Spices Perfect for summer grilling — zucchini and yellow squash grilled with garlic and oregano! See all Mettler recipes

Do you want your favorite recipe featured as the Recipe of the Week? Submit your recipe to Analyze This to have it analyzed and altered, if needed, to qualify as healthy!

Brand Nu-Review

Find out more about newly released food products hitting supermarket shelves. Look for a new review every month.

The Product: Heinz® No Salt Ketchup™
The Ranking:

See all Mettler reviews.

Foods are ranked on a five star scale and are based on nutrient density as well as other important parameters of food choice such as convenience and cost. The ranking is the opinion of Melissa Smith, RD, LDN.

Read This! What's Cooking with Nutrition

Read a Registered Dietitian's critique of select nutrition, diet, and cooking books to aid in making informed decisions.

This month's book review is: 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life

See all Mettler reviews.

Nutrition Programs

Personal Consultation

Whether you’re concerned about a specific disease, weight maintenance, or optimizing sports performance, taking stock of your diet and making healthy changes can impact your well being. Meet with a Registered Dietitian and develop a plan for:

• Personal nutrition planning
• Medical nutrition
• Sports nutrition
• Meal planning
• Portion control
• Emotional/disordered eating
  

Nutri-Coach

Is exercise and eating right a priority, yet you just can’t stay on track? Nutri-Coach offers a hands on practical approach to changing unhealthy behaviors in to healthy, permanent habits. Learn to plan weekly menus, create grocery lists, fit exercise in to your lifestyle and most of all, find the motivation to stick with your plan. Work with our experienced staff to change your weekly plan for a lifestyle of better health. Packages of 30 minute or 60 minute sessions are available.

Diet Analysis

Take an in-depth look at your nutrition and eating habits! Complete the client profile information and a three day food diary which will be analyzed and summarized with complete recommendations by a Registered Dietitian. Specific information regarding the following will be discussed during the 60 minute session with a Registered Dietitian:

• Compare food intake to recommendations
• Carbohydrate, protein, and fat breakdown
• Fiber content

Ask a Member Services representative for a three day food log to begin the Diet Analysis program.

Grocery Store Tour

Take a grocery store tour and walk the aisles with a Registered Dietitian who will guide you through the store from produce to checkout. At the end of this hands-on experience, you will have the tools you need to shop for nutrition success.

Food Coach

A four week hands on group program designed to teach participants to create their own healthy, delicious foods and to be their own personal chef! First, learn what to stock in your pantry, refrigerator and freezer and how to create menus designed to help you reach your own nutrition goals. Learn the latest healthy cooking and baking techniques and strategies from our professional staff. Emerge four weeks later a talented, healthy cook!

For more information on Mettler's nutrition programs or to schedule a free nutrition consultation, please call 217.356.6543.

Insurance Coverage

Many insurance plans will cover your visit to see a Registered Dietitian. If your insurance company does not, please be sure to request this benefit. The dietitians at Mettler are in-network providers for Community Partners, including some Health Alliance, Principal, and Humana insurance plans. Please inquire if you have questions about your insurance coverage. We would be happy to assist you with your options.