Frequently Asked Questions
Empower people to advocate for their self in health care
Or in Legal Terms:
“Health Coaches work in many settings and, among other services, provide: general wellness and nutrition information; options, recommendations, guidance, motivation, and skill-building to establish healthier lifestyle routines; and other support mechanisms to achieve client-focused personal health goals.
Health Coaches:
Are wellness guides and supportive mentors that motivate individuals to cultivate positive health choices;
Educate and support clients to achieve client-focused health goals through lifestyle and behavior adjustments;
Empower their clients to take responsibility for their own health; Support client efforts to implement and sustain healthy lifestyle changes;
Help clients with weight management, food cravings, sleep, energy improvement, stress management, digestive wellness, and improved diet. Health Coaches are poised to become an integral part of an emerging preventative healthcare model. By helping clients develop and progress towards their personal wellness goals, Health Coaches fill a vital void that complements and does not replace the work of healthcare professionals. Health coaching is now recognized by some of the most acclaimed health institutions in the country as an important tool to improve health and help lower healthcare expenditures. Health Coaches play a crucial role in addressing our nation’s healthcare crisis by creating lasting, positive, and individually-tailored changes in clients’ lives. The United States Preventative Services Task Force (“USPSTF”)—comprised of the nation’s foremost experts on preventative health and medicine—recently recommend the use of behavior counseling to improve the health of overweight and obese individuals at risk of cardiovascular disease. Not only did the USPSTF conclude in their report that behavioral counseling was effective in improving health, it also reaffirmed health coaching’s overwhelming safety and commended the diversity of practitioners in the field.”
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Look for IAHC-Rights-to-Practice-Vol-II.pdf
- Empower and educate clients to advocate for themselves in their healthcare setting.
- Assist clients in finding a network of providers that best support their needs and wellness goals.
- Support clients in achieving health goals and behavioral changes consistent with their healthcare providers’ treatment plans.
- Work with clients to improve nutrition and make lifestyle shifts to promote overall health and well-being.
Wellness coaches take a more holistic approach, considering all aspects of a person’s life, whereas personal trainers primarily focus on exercise and nutritionists on diet.
National Board of Health and Wellness Coaching is the accrediting board of Health Coaches.
Not all states require certification however, NBHWC scrutinizes Health Coaching Programs worldwide to ensure their graduates are receiving training up to standard and are eligible to sit for the Board Exam.
Learn more at: https://nbhwc.org/
The 2023 Florida Statutes (including Special Session C) exemptions and exceptions. (n) Any person who provides information, wellness recommendations, or advice concerning nutrition, or who markets food, food materials, or dietary supplements for remuneration, if such person does not provide such services to a person under the direct care and supervision of a medical doctor for a disease or medical condition requiring nutrition intervention, not including obesity or weight loss, and does not represent himself or herself as a dietitian, licensed dietitian, registered dietitian, nutritionist, licensed nutritionist, nutrition counselor, or licensed nutrition counselor, or use any word, letter, symbol, or insignia indicating or implying that he or she is a dietitian, nutritionist, or nutrition counselor.
It’s advisable to look for coaches with recognized certifications from reputable organizations, and to seek referrals or read reviews from previous clients.
Integrative and Functional Nutritional Academy teaches noninvasive approaches to provide care for clients in clinical and community settings, IFNA prioritizes whole body concepts, patient centered care and evidenced based nutrition.
To be eligible candidates must
- Health care practitioners (i.e. RDNs, RNs, MDs, NDs, PAs, etc.)
- Dietetic interns and DTRs
- Masters or Doctorate level students in the health science/nutrition field
Upon graduation, those who are eligible to sit for the IFNA Board Exam earn the IFNCP advanced practice credential. IFNA does not offer licensing but offers advanced specialty training to eligible healthcare practitioners.
Institute of Integrative Nutrition(IIN) is an approved Health Coach program per the NBHWC.
IIN Offers hands on training and specializes in integrative pathways of healing the body combining evidenced based methods globally.
Candidates are interviewed before accepted into the program.
In a coaching session, you may discuss your goals, challenges, and progress. Your coach may provide guidance, support, and resources to help you stay on track.
The timeline for seeing results can vary widely depending on individual goals and commitment levels. Some may see progress in a few weeks, while others may need several months.
Costs can vary significantly based on the coach’s experience, accredited training, session frequency etc., Go to our Price Page to find the right service for you.
Wellness coaches can not diagnose, treat or interfere with a treating Provider care plan. However, Health Coaches can help you achieve your goals using baby steps and educate.
Certifying Board of Dietary Managers (CBDM) and Association of Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals (ANFP) are the credentialing board for Certified Dietary Manager(CDM).
Candidates must graduate from a 4 year accredited ANFP program, at least 5 years professional experience and pass credentialing exam. Maintenance of the CDM,CFPP credential requires recertification every 3 years and 45 CEU’s to maintain up to date.
https://nf.anfponline.org/eweb/DynamicPage.aspx?site=ANFP&webcode=CDMVerifySearch
Yes Plate Your Palate is in compliance with the American Nutrition Association (ANA) regulations.
Learn more at: https://theana.org/advocate
Scope of practice varies per state with complex requirements. Additionally, each case is a unique circumstance and requires screening (completed during initial consultation).
Learn more at: https://theana.org/advocate
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Plate Your Palate does not diagnose, cure or treat medical diagnosis or health conditions. All information provided by Plate Your Palate is intended for educational use only and should not be used to diagnose or be treated as medical advice. Plate Your Palate encourages individuals to consult their Treating Provider / Doctor before making changes to their health, taking prescriptions and/or supplementation, changes in continuation of exercise. If there are any concerns, questions, health conditions or medical diagnosis, talk to you doctor first. Plate Your Palate is not a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Medical Provider,Treating Doctor, Legal or Financial/Bank Advisor. Plate Your Palate Health Coaches will only conduct business within the Health Coach Scope of Practice, in accordance with Florida State Law .
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Plate Your Palate does not promise or guarantee results/outcomes as each client receives individualized holistic approach and circumstantial.
Payments:
(Financial Statement of Responsibility)
Patient agrees to pay for all services rendered. Refunds will issued if services have not begun. Prorated Refunds will be issued if more than 25% of service have been completed. Patient agree to pay for all services provided. All payments will be made through “My Account”
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Cancellations:
Refunds will be issued if services have not begun. Prorated Refunds will be issued if more service has begun. The Patient agrees to pay for all services provided. If a patient needs to cancel or reschedule, a request must be made at least 24 hours before scheduled time. If a patient cancels or rescheduled within 24 hours of appointment, then the patient will be charged for the original appointment in addition to the cost of a new appointment.
HIPAA Privacy Notice:
In accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA):
Patient has the right to request a copy of healthcare files
Patient information will be used to facilitate services paid for by Plate Your Palate
Patient may authorize release of records by providing written consent
Files will not be released without authorization of the Patient, except when required by law.