Nutritionists vs

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Which of the following is a key difference between a nutritionist and a dietitian?

A dietitian advises others on food and nutrition.
A nutritionist requires a university degree and professional license. (correct)
A dietitian can claim to be a nutritionist without any training or education.
A nutritionist specializes in sports nutrition.

In which countries can a person self-title as a nutritionist without any training or certification?

United Kingdom, United States, and Canada
United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada
United States, Australia, and Canada (correct)
United Kingdom, United States, and Australia

What is one area in which a nutritionist can specialize?

Animal nutrition (correct)
Food science
Dietary counseling
Public health

What is the main role of a dietitian?

To advise others on food and nutrition (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the professional regulation for the title 'nutritionist'?

There is no professional regulation for the title 'nutritionist'. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Nutritionist = A person who advises others on matters of food and nutrition and their impacts on health Dietitian = A professional with a university degree, professional license, and certification for professional practice Sports Nutrition = A specialty within the field of nutrition that focuses specifically on the dietary needs of athletes Public Health = An area of specialization focused on improving the health and well-being of communities as a whole Signup and view all the answers

Match the following professions with their requirements:

Nutritionist = Can claim the title without any training, education, or professional license in many countries Dietitian = Requires a university degree, professional license, and certification for professional practice Animal Nutritionist = Specializes in the dietary needs of animals Public Health Nutritionist = Focuses on improving the nutritional health of communities Signup and view all the answers

Match the following professions with their areas of work:

Dietitian = Can have a professional license and certification for professional practice Nutritionist = Advises others on matters of food and nutrition and their impacts on health Sports Nutritionist = Specializes in the dietary needs of athletes Public Health Nutritionist = Works towards improving the nutritional health of communities Signup and view all the answers

Match the professions with their descriptions:

Dietitian = A professional who has a university degree, professional license, and certification for professional practice Nutritionist = A person who advises on matters of food and nutrition, can claim the title without any formal education in many countries Sports Nutritionist = A professional who specializes in the dietary needs of athletes Animal Nutritionist = A professional who specializes in the dietary needs of animals Signup and view all the answers

Match these titles with their level of regulation:

Dietitian = Subject to statutory professional regulation Nutritionist = Not subject to statutory professional regulation in many jurisdictions Sports Nutritionist = Level of regulation varies depending on the jurisdiction Public Health Nutritionist = Level of regulation varies depending on the jurisdiction Signup and view all the answers