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 Be Well portal and clicking on the link for nutrition counseling under "My Appointments." Part-time employees and family members can access nutrition counseling through Impact Solutions, Kent State'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 Kent State'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 American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association, the Meatless Monday Campaign, and the Plant-Based Life Foundation.
For questions related to health and wellness offerings for faculty and staff, please contact Employee Wellness at wellness@kent.edu or 330-672-0392.