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Redesign Your Lifestyle with ǿմýy Habits

The New You(th) program focuses on nutrition, exercise, and wellness for ages 12-18. Using the latest research, teens will learn to choose and eat nutritious foods, be more active, and create healthier habits for the future. Join us to become a stronger, healthier, more empowered you!

How the Program Works

The New You(th) Program has 15 sessions over six months, both one-on-one sessions and group sessions.

Five One-on-One Sessions

You will have five 60-minute individual sessions with a registered dietitian nutritionist and a parent/ guardian (to provide support). Together, you will make a personalized plan to be more active, eat nutritious foods, and create healthier habits.

Ten Group Sessions

You will also join ten 60-minute group classes sessions every other week. These are led by a registered dietitian nutritionist.

Group Sessions Will Cover These Topics

  • Figuring out food labels—get the facts
  • Making good food choices away from home
  • Emotional eating
  • Body image
  • Sleep and stress
  • Making better habits
  • Move more with enjoyment
  • Easy meal planning and healthy eating
    • Ways to increase fruits and vegetables
  • Positive thinking
  • Understanding portions and sugar 101

How You Can Join

To Sign Up, You Will Need:

  • A body mass index (BMI) 85 percentile or above
  • A referral from your pediatric primary care doctor
  • ǿմý insurance

Program Costs and Insurance Coverage:

Your parent/guardian should contact their insurance carrier directly and ask about their plan. Use billing codes G0447 and G0473 to verify coverage.

Interested in the New You(th) Program? Email Thenewyou@utah.edu or call 801-213-8284.

The New You(th) Program is offered by University of Utah ǿմý Nutrition Services and the Osher Center for Integrative ǿմý. 

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