Can you suggest some practical experience in the field of dietetics before I apply for an internship?

Hi, I'm graduating from SUNY at Oneonta in May with a BS (Bachelor of Science) degree and nutrition degree. I live in the New York City area and my school did not offer an internship. I will need experience in the field of dietetics before I can apply for an internship. ...

What is your day as a dietitian like? What do you do specifically?

This is great that I can email you and ask your opinion! I am a 19-year-old student and am finishing up my last year of high school before going into university. I originally wanted to take Applied Health and Nutrition (I am in Canada) and now I have chosen to go into nursing instead...

Where can I find a dietitian in my area?

Where can I find a dietitian in my area? You can find a dietitian at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Include your zip code or city/state, the type of service you want (individual consultation) and area of expertise.

What are the nutrition opportunities in the job market?

I am thinking about finishing my bachelor's degree in nutrition. I chose this field because of the growing concern I see in the public health wise, specifically medical concerns, intolerance, awareness, fitness, this whole holistic perspective and medical alternatives and in technology, production of food. I graduated from the Culinary Institute of America and...

What are the advantages and disadvantages of dietitian work?

I'm a junior in high school. I have always been interested in nutrition and am now considering it as a career in the future. However, I don't know many dietitians and thought perhaps you could share with me the type of work a dietitian does; the advantages and disadvantages of your work and what...

A local club is advertising they have a dietitian. The individual only has a certification in a weight loss program.

There is a local health club, advertising and verbally reporting that they have a dietitian. When specifically asked if the person was an RD, the answer was yes. With further investigation, the only background the individual has is a certification in apex weight loss program. How do we expose this club for false advertisement,...

I am a guy who is wondering what a dietitian does, the need for dietitians, and starting salary?

I am a guy who is interested in becoming a dietitian. I just started school at Eastern Michigan University and I was wondering what a dietitian does, the need for dietitians and the starting salary. If you could send me any info on any of these questions ( I know they are basic) or...

I am a pharmacy student giving a presentation to children about health science careers. What focus of dietetics would you suggest?

I am a 1st-year pharmacy at the University of Illinois at Chicago and as part of a project, I'm giving a presentation to children in grades 4 to 9 in an underserved community about why they should pursue a career in the health sciences. For this particular presentation, we are focusing on four careers:...

How do I find a recommended nutritionist in the San Francisco Bay area?

I am looking for a recommended nutritionist in the San Francisco Bay Area. How do I go about finding one? I would recommend you contact the California Dietetic Association or search the "find a nutrition professional" at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Can you send me infomation on dietitian careers?

I am doing a report. I had to find a career that I wanted to be and I picked a dietitian. I was wondering if you could send me information on dietitians. Thank you for your time. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has great information about What is an RD?