December 5, 2008, Newsletter Issue #145: Nutritionist vs. Dietitian
Tip of the Week
The term has "nutritionist" has no standard of education or training - anyone could use the title even with no background in this field. If you decide to get help from such a specialist, you need to verify their qualifications.
For example, a PhD in physiology or biochemistry with experience in human nutrition can be a valuable source of dieting advice while a self-named expert who failed to prove his or her credentials can be a worse choice than "dietitians" that can be registered or licensed.
The Registered Dietitian is a nationally recognized title for nutrition expert. The Registered Dietitian is required to complete education and pass a special board exam. There's also official term Licensed Dietitian - these dietitians are licensed by a state to ensure that only qualified professionals provide nutrition services.
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