Nutrition Services

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Have you ever heard the saying “you are what you eat”?

It’s true that nutrition plays an important part in your health, well-being, and longevity. Not only can what you eat affect how you feel day-to-day, it can also impact your ability to fight off acute illness and prevent chronic diseases like diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

Whether your goal is weight loss, staying healthy or managing a chronic disease, our staff of dietitians is here to help! We offer a variety of programs and cover a wide range of topics including nutrition for a healthy weight, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, disordered eating and gastrointestinal diseases, as well as healthy eating on a budget, eating well when dining out and mindful eating.

Registered dietitians offer a variety of programs to suit any learning style and schedule.

Renee Greene, RD, LDN, CDCES is the Coordinator for the Diabetes Education Center and Outreach Nutrition Departments, providing nutrition therapy, diabetes assessments, counseling and group classes. She is a Registered Dietitian, holds a certificate in adult weight management and is skilled in educating individuals in health promotion and disease prevention. Renee also has a passion for eating disorder recovery.

Lindsie Covington, MS, RD, LDN is a Registered Dietitian at the Center for Diabetes Education and Outreach Nutrition at Catawba Valley Medical Center. She received her B.S. and M.S. in Nutrition from Appalachian State University with her primary focus being rural health. In addition to her roles at the Diabetes and Nutrition center, she is also the Wellness Dietitian for the Health First Center providing community and corporate wellness education. Lindsie is a lifelong resident of Hickory, NC and finds great joy in being able to give back and educate her community on food and nutrition related topics. She is very passionate about practicing food inclusivity and mindful eating, practicing an “all foods fit” approach.

See below for our current offerings:

Individual Counseling
  • These sessions allow you to meet 1:1 with the Registered Dietitian. During these sessions the dietitian will provide tailored guidance and education based on your health and specific circumstances.

Group Classes

  • Diabetes Prevention Program: Are you at high risk for diabetes or have you been diagnosed with prediabetes? You may be eligible to participant in a nationally recognized, year-long lifestyle change program that has been proven to prevent or delay progression to type 2 diabetes. Take the test to find out if you are at risk for diabetes. Free classes are available. Call Liliana Adrian- 828-732-6204 or email ltadrian@catawbavalleymc.org for more information.
  • Diabetes Education: To gain knowledge and tools for managing diabetes, attend a comprehensive education program that includes four, two-hour classes, offered on Thursdays in the mornings or evenings. Call 828-326-2131 for registration information.
  • Heart-Healthy Diet: An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Learn about how to protect your heart with the foods that you eat in this nutrition class.

Contact Us!

For more information about programs and class schedules or to schedule an appointment, please contact us using the information below:

General Information & Appointment Scheduling: 828.326.2131

Speak with a Registered Dietitian:

Renee Greene:
Phone: 828-326-2262
Email: rgreene@catawbavalleymc.org
Lindsie Covington:
Phone: 828-326-2852.
Email: lcovington@catawbavalleymc.org


3509 Graystone Place, Conover, NC 28613

For more information call 828.326.2131