š Happy Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Day š„³
- Megan Bishop
- Mar 13, 2024
- 2 min read

March is National Nutrition Month and today is Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day.Ā Ā We thought weād take this opportunity to let you know what sets us apart from other health and wellness professionals as the food and nutrition experts šš»āāļø.Ā Ā
There are VERY specific requirements to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and keep that credential.Ā Ā
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š Graduate degree from an accredited dietetics program
Ā š„ Supervised practice requirement of at least 1000 hours at an accredited internship program
Ā š Pass a national exam to earn the RDN credential
Ā āļø Meet requirements to obtain a license to practice in our state
Ā š Stay up to date in dietetics through continuing education requirements
Some dietitians then go on to specialize in a particular area of nutrition and may earn a board-certified specialty like weight management or sports dietetics. These require a certain number of practice hours in that specialty area and passing an additional exam.Ā Ā
Registered Dietitian Nutritionists are taught to evaluate scientific research and engage in evidence-based practice rather than promoting the latest fad diet trend.Ā Ā We are taught about nutrition requirements for specific health conditions and how to evaluate a person's full medical, social and cultural history to help people develop nutrition plans personalized to them. We are also required to abide by a Code of Ethics with core values of customer focus, integrity, innovation, social responsibility and diversity.Ā Ā
When you see someone who is a nutritionist or coach, they may be absolutely fantastic and just what you are looking for.Ā Ā However, there is no standardization or title protection for these - meaning anyone can call themselves these titles regardless of their education or experience.Ā Ā And there really isn't any organization responsible for "governing" them.
Weād like to give a shout out to all the amazing dietitians we have been lucky enough to learn from and work with!Ā Ā If you have a dietitian in your life, be sure to show them a little š today!Ā
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