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Nutritionist and dietitian are terms used to describe professionals who apply knowledge of nutrition to promote health, prevent disease, and manage medical conditions. In many jurisdictions, 'dietitian' is a regulated, protected title requiring specific education and credentials, while 'nutritionist' is a broader term that can refer to professionals with varying levels of training and certification.
Education and credentials: Dietitians typically complete an accredited program in dietetics or nutrition, undertake supervised practice
Roles and services: Dietitians and qualified nutritionists assess dietary intake, identify nutrition problems, and develop treatment
Work settings: They work in hospitals, clinics, community health programs, schools, universities, private practice, research institutions,
Practice standards: Practice is guided by evidence-based guidelines, standardized nutrition care processes, and professional ethics. The