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Have you ever wanted to improve your diet,

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but been overwhelmed with all the advice,

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opinions, and options available?

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Enter dietitians and nutritionists—

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experts in the use of food and nutrition

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to promote health and manage disease.

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Dietitians and nutritionists

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meet with clients to assess

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their current nutritional habits

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and health needs.

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They advise clients on all aspects of eating

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for a healthy lifestyle or to reach a goal…

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covering topics such as portion control,

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food allergies, weight loss, or weight gain.

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They discuss food preparation

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and meal plans that detail calories,

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nutrients, and timing of meals.

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Dietitians and nutritionists

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frequently work in hospitals, nursing homes,

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and clinics helping patients

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with specific medical needs,

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such as managing blood sugar in diabetes,

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or supplementing extra calories

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for very ill patients.

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Hospital-based dietitians and nutritionists

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may work in intensive care units

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with doctors to manage critically ill patients

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and insert feeding tubes.

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Some dietitians may work in schools

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where they consult with food services

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and educate students on healthy eating.

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A bachelor’s degree in dietetics,

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foods and nutrition,

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or a related area is required

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for most dietitian jobs, along with a license.

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Many dietitians and nutritionists

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have advanced degrees

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or other specialized credentials.

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When patients ask “what’s for dinner?”

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dietitians and nutritionists

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give them more than just food for thought.