nutritionist

noun

nu·​tri·​tion·​ist nu̇-ˈtri-sh(ə-)nist How to pronounce nutritionist (audio)
nyu̇-
: a specialist in the study of nutrition

Examples of nutritionist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web For seasoned cooks and kitchen novices, cookbook author and nutritionist Robin Miller takes it back to basics with great, family-friendly recipes worth making over and over again. Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 11 Apr. 2024 However, the nutritionist does not recommend accompanying juices or smoothies with chia seeds, since those foods are a high source of sugar. María Quiles, Glamour, 21 Mar. 2024 While rehabbers such as Cobb have a place to do their work under the watchful eyes of trainers, nutritionists and performance coaches, the amenities are enough to attract a large swath of the substantial contingent of players who make their offseason homes nearby. Evan Webeck, The Mercury News, 17 Mar. 2024 Working with vet nutritionists, food scientists, designers, and engineers, the human-grade dog food brand is meant to elevate the lives of dogs and their humans. Perrie Samotin, Glamour, 29 Mar. 2024 Guests of Sha Wellness Clinic — the clinic is a follow-up to a successful Spanish property — immediately undergo a health analysis upon arrival and are then escorted in to see a nutritionist to discuss the trip’s plan of action. Hannah Selinger, Travel + Leisure, 20 Mar. 2024 Here, nutritionists offer tips to help relieve constipation during Ramadan. Dua Aldasouqi, Health, 13 Mar. 2024 Osha Root Benefits Supplement use should be individualized and vetted by a healthcare professional, such as a registered dietitian nutritionist (RD or RDN), pharmacist, or healthcare provider. Barbie Cervoni, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2024 At some point every day, team nutritionist Erika Gonzalez-Rebull will whip up a shake and put it in Bailey’s locker. Evan Webeck, The Mercury News, 17 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of nutritionist was in 1921

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“Nutritionist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nutritionist. Accessed 20 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

nutritionist

noun
nu·​tri·​tion·​ist -ˈtrish-(ə-)nist How to pronounce nutritionist (audio)
: a specialist in the study of nutrition

Medical Definition

nutritionist

noun
nu·​tri·​tion·​ist -ˈtrish-(ə-)nəst How to pronounce nutritionist (audio)
: a specialist in the study of nutrition

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