Definition of nutritionist
: a specialist in the study of nutrition
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HigherDOSE opened in 2016 and comes to us from Lauren Berlingeri, a holistic nutritionist and health coach, and Katie Kaps, a startup executive and entrepreneur.
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Protein will also work with nutritionists to help customers plan personal menus for special dietary needs, weight loss or athletic enhancement.
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These types of lifestyle changes take time when patients are desperate for options, but nutritionists and physicians generally avoid recommending dietary supplements.
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Nutritionists from University of Maryland Medical System regularly provide a post to the Picture of Health blog.
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After testing the effectiveness of various nutrients on the cells, a nutritionist determines specific responsiveness to such things as carbs and protein, and builds a custom diet that can result in fewer injuries and better performance.
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1921
First Known Use of nutritionist
1921
NUTRITIONIST Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of nutritionist for English Language Learners
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: a person whose job is to give advice on how food affects your health
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