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Supportive Language

Language is powerful. What we say to patients affects our relationship with them and how they feel about themselves. Contrasted below are traditional and non-traditional words providers can use to communicate to patients about food, weight, and health. Which changes will you choose to make?

 Old
 
 New
 will power    commitment
 preach    enable
 compliance    exploration
 should, must    consider
 limit, restrict    choose, experience
 prescribe    negotiate
 approval    self-esteem
 expectations    discoveries
 good/bad    what works for you
 diet    eating style
 exercise regimen  

 activity style

 ideal weight

   healthy BMI +
 waist circumference

Adapted from the work of Linda Omichinski, RD

 

 

 

 

 

 
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