Nutrition Specialist

Nutritionist

What Is A Nutritionist?

A nutritionist is a certified professional who promotes healthy lifestyles by guiding people or the public to make smarter choices about the food they chose to consume.

Multiple Select

What are the different types of nutritionist?

• Sports nutritionist

• Public health nutrionist

• Registered Dietitian

• Pediatric nutritionist

• Certified Nutrition Specialist

Why become a nutritionist?

• I love working on teams.

• I’m interested in how diet impacts a person’s health.

• I love to motivate others to reach goals.

• I like to communicate.

• I want to freelance.

Open Ended

Can you think of any other places a nutritionist could work?

Employers of a nutritionist

• Schools, colleges, and universities

• Hospitals under the supervision of a dietitian

• Self-employed

• Governmental agencies (USDA)

• Sport Leagues (NFL, NBA, MLB, etc.)

Education

A bachelor's degree in nutrition science, related sciences, or health field. A nutrition specialist should implore further certifications and accreditations relative to focus of work.

Nutrition Salaries

How are they compensated?

How to Read A Food Label

• 1. Start with the serving information at the top.

• 2. Next, check total calories per serving and container.

• 3. Limit certain nutrients.

• 4. Get enough of the beneficial nutrients.

• 5. Understand % Daily Value.