A well-balanced diet plays an important role in maintaining our health. Healthy diets not only allow our bodies to function, they can also help us reach and maintain a healthy bodyweight, reduce our risk of developing chronic disease and improve our mood and mental wellbeing. Beach Balance’s nutrition counseling program is a collaboration with the Long Beach State University (LBSU) Family and Consumer Science Department. They provide dietetic students the opportunity to share their nutrition knowledge with members one-on-one. Sessions are FREE of charge, range from 30-60 minutes and are aimed at helping students discover ways to improve their diet. Our peer nutrition counselors can provide information on:

• Basic nutrition concepts, such as macronutrients and how to read food labels.
• Dieting for weight loss or weight gain.
• Eating for improved sports performance.
• Dietary suggestions for medical conditions such as cholesterol or high blood pressure.

Scheduling an Appointment

Looking to adopt a healthier lifestyle through nutrition? Work with a peer nutrition counselor to discover eating habits that best fit your lifestyle, dietary preferences and individualized goals. Virtual and in-person options are available. All nutrition counseling appointments are FREE of charge! Appointments can be booked online, in-person or over the phone at (562) 985–4794 during Beach Balance operating hours. Appointments must be made 4 days in advance. A completed intake form must be submitted by the end of the next business day to finalize scheduling. ** All clients must first schedule a 60 minute initial consultation appointment. After the first appointment, clients can schedule 30 minute follow up sessions. For more information about our peer nutrition counseling services, please contact asi-beachbalance@csulb.edu. **Clients seeking counseling for an eating disorder, or complex medical condition, will be referred to the university’s Student Health Services.