Should You See a Dietitian or a Nutritionist?
Do any of the following sound familiar?
You’re trying to lose weight.
Your doctor told you your cholesterol is high and it needs to come down.
You found out you have diabetes, high blood pressure or cancer and you really need nutrition and diet information but don’t know where to turn.
You’ve had a heart attack and don’t want another one.
You’re tired of reading conflicting news stories about nutrition and don’t know who to trust for the straight story about about what you should or shouldn’t eat.
If you’ve said or thought any of these, then you probably need to see a nutrition professional, but what kind? Should you see a registered dietitian or a nutritionist? Is there a difference? Actually, there’s a big difference. Read on.
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 Debe Pendice |
May 24, 2009 5:16 PM I love dealing with my registered dietition. She has always helped me through all my downfalls and has showed me better eating habits. a healthy way of doing it.........Debe |
 Jocelyn |
May 20, 2009 6:27 PM My doctor referred me to diet counseling in the first month after my diagnoses. It made such an impact on my awareness around nutrtional needs. I had established some good habits over the years, but not good enough... being able to discuss your needs with a trained professional is essential in myth busting around food choices... We have much to reclaim in taking our power back... education is essential... thanks for sharing another great article Avera... hugs, Jocelyn |
 Amy Tenderich |
May 20, 2009 4:15 PM Great information. Thanks for posting this! |
 cyncyn |
May 20, 2009 3:08 PM Thank you for this report!! I did not know there was a difference. Now I do, and so does many others. I guess, I just lucked out, and was sent to Dietitian. Thanks again, Avera. Cyndi |
 Gabby |
May 20, 2009 2:31 PM I too just learned the difference between a dietitian and nutritionist. I have the priveledge of meeting with my dietitian RD next week. I am looking forward to what she can do to help me out. She has been a big part of our TCOYD classes that I am posting. This is a great article to help guide us in asking the right questions of our doctor to get us set up to visit one. |
