Adopting a diet rich in natural plant-based foods has an array of benefits for your health as well as the environment. For assistance on your plant-based journey, consider scheduling a nutrition counseling session, joining a support community like WW, or simply exploring more plant-based recipes.
Complimentary Nutrition Counseling
Not sure how to start adopting a plant-based diet? Need help with meal planning? Want to make sure you are reaching your protein and nutrient needs? Receive expert advice from a registered dietitian and earn wellness rewards points while you're at it! Full-time, benefits-eligible faculty and staff can schedule a nutrition counseling session by logging into the and clicking on the link for nutrition counseling under "My Appointments." Part-time employees and family members can access nutrition counseling through Impact Solutions, °µÍø½ûÇø's Employee Assistance Program, by calling 800-227-6007.
WW (formerly Weight Watchers)
If you find it easier to stick with your health goals when you have the support of others, then you may consider joining the WW community. Through °µÍø½ûÇø's partnership with Medical Mutual, employees and their dependents aged 18+ who are covered under the university-sponsored health care plan can join WW and save nearly 50 percent on the membership. Eligible employees can enroll in WW by emailing ww@medmutual.com or calling 800-251-2583. For more information on the different types of memberships and how to enroll, visit the Employee Wellness WW web page.
Plant-Based Recipes
Discover nutritious plant-based recipes to add to your culinary repertoire from the , , the , and the .
For questions related to health and wellness offerings for faculty and staff, please contact Employee Wellness at wellness@kent.edu or 330-672-0392.