Dietitian-Nutritionists are medical professionals who are trained and qualified in assessing, diagnosing, and treating eating disorders and in designing diets to treat specific medical conditions. They deal with general nutritional aims, behaviors, and nutritional problems of people and advise them on what to eat in order to lead a healthy life or to achieve a specific health-related goal.

What are the qualifications of a Dietitian-Nutritionist?

Following are few of the required qualifications for an individual to be a Dietitian-Nutritionist:

Certificate in Food and Nutrition
Ph.D. - Home Science (Food Science and Nutrition)
MSc - Child Development and Essentials of Nutrition
MPhil - Food Service Management and Dietetics
Diploma in Nutrition and Health Education
MSc. - Dietetics & Food Service Management
M.Phil - Foods and Nutrition
M.S. Human Nutrition
Diploma in Dietetics & Public Health Nutrition (DDPHN)
B.Sc.- Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics
Masters in Dietetics and Food Service Management
Diploma in Clinical Nutrition
Post Graduate In Food Science And Nutrition
Bachelor in Nutrition (ACEND)
Ph.D. - Gastro & Human Nutrition Unit

When should I visit a Dietitian-Nutritionist?

An individual can visit a Dietitian-Nutritionist to:

Manage diabetes, high blood pressure or other chronic diseases
Before and after a gastric bypass surgery
Resolve digestive issues
Gain or lose weight
Adopt healthy food habits
Improve performance in sports
Resolve binge, overeating or stress eating
Resolve increased or decreased hunger levels

How do I consult a Dietitian-Nutritionist?

You can consult a Dietitian-Nutritionist either online or offline. However, depending on the availability of the doctor and the convenience of the patient, pre-booking may be required for consultation.

How often does an individual need to visit a Dietitian-Nutritionist?

It is recommended to consult a Dietitian-Nutritionist twice a year to maintain good food and nutritional habits. In case of an existing disease or condition that needs continuous diet and nutrition monitoring, it is advised to have regular follow-ups with the Dietitian-Nutritionist.