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Nutritionist - Dictionary Definition and Overview |
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Nutritionist : (noun)
1: a specialist in the study of nutrition [syn: dietician, dietitian]
Based on WordNet 2.0
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Nutritionist : Nutritionist: 1) In a hospital or nursing home, a person who plans and/or formulates special meals for patients. It can also simply be a euphemism for a cook who works in a medical facility
but who does not have extensive training in special nutritional needs. 2) In clinical practice, a specialist in nutrition. Nutritionists can help patients with special needs, allergies, health
problems, or a desire for increased energy or weight change devise healthy diets. Some nutritionists in private practice are well- trained, hold a degree and are licensed. Depending on state law,
however, a person using the title may not be trained or licensed at all.
Based on WordNet (r) 2.0 (August 2003)
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