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Healthy Food Choices

Nutrition education is a powerful tool for achieving and maintaining health goals, as it empowers individuals with the knowledge needed to make informed food choices. By understanding the role of nutrients, portion sizes, and the impact of dietary habits on overall well-being, people can create sustainable eating patterns that support their physical and mental health.

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Referral

A physician’s referral is required.

Learn to Live Well with Diabetes

Diabetes is a life-long health condition that can lead to serious complications. Managing diabetes can be overwhelming at first, but we are here to help support you. We offer diabetes education in one-on-one sessions with an expert who can help you live your best life with diabetes and reduce your risk of complications.

Melissa Trebesch, RD, LD, CDCES, is a registered dietitian and a certified diabetes care and education specialist.

She is ready to help you:

  • Understand your diabetes diagnosis
  • Prevent complications
  • Monitor blood sugars and learn how to interpret and respond to the results
  • Learn about continuous glucose monitors (if applicable)
  • Recognize foods that affect blood sugar
  • Incorporate healthy eating habits
  • Learn how to use and manage insulin

If your healthcare provider has recently diagnosed you with diabetes, you’ll be referred to our Diabetes Education program for one-on-one classes. Or if you’ve had diabetes for a while, and need a refresher, or want to learn what has changed, you can call the Diabetes Education Office at 320-864-7761.

Insurance Coverage & Referrals

Because insurance plans vary, we encourage you to check with your insurance provider before scheduling to understand your specific coverage. This includes whether a referral or prior authorization is required, and whether both the provider and facility are in‑network with your plan to help avoid unexpected out‑of‑pocket costs.

At Glencoe Regional Health, a referral is required to schedule appointments with our Diabetic and Nutrition Education providers.

If you don’t have insurance or are concerned about paying for diabetes education sessions, call our Business Office at 320-864-7780 between 8 am and 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday. We can help you set up a payment plan or tell you about other options.

Serving McLeod and Surrounding Counties

Glencoe Regional Health provides diet and nutrition advisory services to patients throughout McLeod County, Minnesota, including Biscay, Brownton, Glencoe, Hutchinson, Lester Prairie, Plato, Silver Lake, Stewart and Winsted. We also serve patients from Arlington, Gaylord, Green Isle, New Auburn and Winthrop in Sibley County; Hamburg and Norwood Young America in Carver County; and Buffalo Lake in Renville County.