CHC Nutrition Coaching & Dietary Guidance

Question 1

What is the scope of nutrition guidance a Certified Health Coach can provide?

Accepted Answer

Providing general nutrition education and supporting healthy eating habits within evidence-based guidelines

Answer

CHCs can provide general nutrition education and support healthy eating habits but must stay within their scope, referring clients to registered dietitians for medical nutrition therapy.

Question 2

Which dietary guidelines serve as the primary reference for US health coaches?

Accepted Answer

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans published by USDA and HHS

Answer

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, published jointly by the USDA and HHS every five years, serve as the evidence-based foundation for general nutrition guidance in health coaching.

Question 3

How should a CHC approach a client who follows a restrictive diet without medical necessity?

Accepted Answer

Explore the client's motivations, assess nutritional adequacy, and provide evidence-based information about potential risks

Answer

Exploring motivations, assessing nutritional adequacy, and providing evidence-based information respects client autonomy while ensuring they make informed decisions about restrictive diets.

Question 4

What is the role of food journaling in health coaching?

Accepted Answer

It increases awareness of eating patterns, emotional triggers, and nutritional intake to support behavior change

Answer

Food journaling increases awareness of eating patterns, emotional triggers, and nutritional intake, providing valuable data for both the coach and client to support positive behavior change.

Question 5

When should a health coach refer a client to a registered dietitian?

Accepted Answer

When the client has a medical condition requiring medical nutrition therapy, disordered eating, or complex nutritional needs

Answer

Referral to a registered dietitian is appropriate when clients have medical conditions requiring medical nutrition therapy, disordered eating patterns, or complex nutritional needs beyond coaching scope.

(CHC) Certified Health Coach Practice Test

(CHC) Certified Health Coach Practice Test

CHC Nutrition Coaching & Dietary Guidance