Nutrition is a science that examines the relationship between diet and health. Dietitians are health professionals who specialize in this area of study, and are trained to provide safe, evidence-based dietary advice and interventions.
A nutritionist is a health specialist who devotes his/her professional activity exclusively to food and nutritional science, preventive nutrition, diseases related to nutrient deficiencies, and the use of nutrient manipulation to enhance the clinical response to human diseases.
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Dietitians and Nutritionists Wage: $50,590 10 Year Growth Rate: 8.6% Self Employed: 7.9% Unemployment Rate: 2.2% Employed Part Time: 27.0% Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree |