Diet Advice For You

 The title Dietitian is protected by the Health Professions Council. All registered dietitians (RD’s) have a university degree or post-graduate qualification which involves nutrition science theory and supervised training in both clinical and community settings.

The title nutritionist is less defined, and is not protected. Although many have a degree in nutrition and upon qualification many register as a nutritionist with the nutrition society, not all do.

When seeking the services of a nutrition professional, the length of relevant full-time study, and the authority of the registering body should be considered as an indication of the competence of practice.

For personal dietary information, a local dietitian is the best source of information. Want to be sure the dietitian you consult is registered? Then you check the Health Professions Council search facility of dietitians registered in the UK (www.hpc-uk.org).