NUTRITION

Nutrition Counseling

The Cumberland Valley District Health Department provides individualized nutrition planning for those:

   * With diabetes, hypertension & heart disease;
   * Needing weight management;
   * Other diet counseling offered with a physician’s referral.


Breastfeeding Information and Help

Pregnant women, new mothers and their family members often have questions about breastfeeding. They need information and help to get started and to continue breastfeeding. Our agency offers counseling through registered nurses and nutritionists. Call your local health department for information.

Websites for more information about breastfeeding:

Kentucky Dept. of Public Health Breastfeeding Webpage
(http://www.chfs.ky.gov/dph/ach/ns/breastfeeding.htm)

Le Leche League of the USA
(http://www.llli.org/WebUS.html)