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Nutritionist

Dietary & Nutritional Service ProvidersNutritionist
6,942 providers nationally133N00000X

Definition

A specialist in adapting and applying food and nutrient knowledge to the solution of food and nutritional problems, the control of disease, and the promotion of health. Nutritionists perform research, instruct groups and individuals about nutritional requirements, and assist people in developing meal patterns that meet their nutritional needs; (2) A nutritionist is someone who has completed undergraduate and/or graduate training in the discipline of nutrition without necessarily meeting the academic and experience requirements to qualify for the Registered Dietitian designation.

Quick Facts

Taxonomy Code
133N00000X
Grouping
Dietary & Nutritional Service Providers
Classification
Nutritionist
National Providers
6,942
Conditions Treated
0

Top States

CA748 providers
NY697 providers
FL440 providers
TX409 providers
PR405 providers
WA383 providers
MD324 providers
PA319 providers
CO247 providers
NJ246 providers

Specialty data is derived from the NUCC Healthcare Provider Taxonomy. Provider counts are approximate and reflect NPI registry data. Always verify provider credentials independently.

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