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Dietitian: meaning, definitions and examples

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dietitian

 

[ daɪəˈtɪʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

health profession

A dietitian is a health professional who specializes in nutrition and diet management. They provide expert advice on dietary practices to help individuals improve their health or manage medical conditions. Dietitians assess nutritional needs and develop customized eating plans that cater to these needs. Their work often involves collaboration with other healthcare providers to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.

Synonyms

diet expert, food consultant, nutritionist

Examples of usage

  • The dietitian recommended a balanced meal plan for the patient.
  • She consulted a dietitian for weight loss advice.
  • The dietitian explained the importance of vitamins in the diet.

Translations

Translations of the word "dietitian" in other languages:

🇵🇹 nutricionista

🇮🇳 पोषण विशेषज्ञ

🇩🇪 Ernährungsberater

🇮🇩 ahli gizi

🇺🇦 дієтолог

🇵🇱 dietetyk

🇯🇵 栄養士

🇫🇷 diététicien

🇪🇸 dietista

🇹🇷 diyetisyen

🇰🇷 영양사

🇸🇦 أخصائي تغذية

🇨🇿 dietolog

🇸🇰 dietológ

🇨🇳 营养师

🇸🇮 dietetik

🇮🇸 næringarfræðingur

🇰🇿 диетолог

🇬🇪 დიეტოლოგი

🇦🇿 dietoloq

🇲🇽 nutriologo

Etymology

The term 'dietitian' has its roots in the word 'diet', which comes from the Greek 'diaita', meaning 'way of life' or 'manner of living'. The suffix '-itian' denotes an expert or professional. The profession as we know it began to take shape in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as the understanding of nutrition's role in health evolved. Initially, dietitians focused on therapeutic diets for the sick, but over time, their role expanded to include preventive care and public health nutrition, shaping the standards and practices we have today.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,204, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.