A nutritionist's main job is to make diet plans for people and teach them how important it is to eat healthy food. Nutrition makes people healthier and happier, and it promotes the idea that food is a necessary part of health care that helps keep people healthy. The nutritionist's main job is to spread the idea that good health comes from eating right. So, they make diet charts, stress exercises, choose foods, explain how to build up a person's metabolism, and so on. Nutritionists try to help improve their patient's quality of life and overall well-being by encouraging them to eat healthy foods. Many nutritionists work for themselves and have their private practice. Others work as part of a larger team in hospitals, nursing homes, or clinics.
Types of Nutritionist Careers:
After getting the proper education and skills, a nutritionist can work in several different roles in this field. Here are some examples of jobs you can get in the field of nutrition:
- Food Service Nutritionists usually work in school cafeterias, restaurants, and other large food businesses. They do regular audits and inspections to ensure that the kitchen staff and managers follow the rules. Food Service Nutritionists also advise about food allergies and special dietary needs.
- Clinical nutritionists work in doctor's offices, hospitals, and clinics, among other places. These nutritionists are in charge of medical nutrition therapy, which treats diseases by changing the way people eat.
- Sports Nutritionistsusually work with athletes and coaches to ensure that athletes perform at their best. Aside from that, they make a diet plan for each athlete based on how much of each nutrient they need. They also work with athletic trainers to keep athletes from getting hurt and to help them get better when they do.
- Public Health Nutritionists talk to people in high-risk communities about essential nutrition issues. They also check on the patients' health and find out what they need to eat. Aside from that, they also make good diet plans that consider cost and cultural preferences.
- Consultant Nutritionist looks at a patient's current eating habits and health goals, such as losing weight, treating a disease, or preventing future health problems.
- Pediatric nutritionists take care of children's health, even those with no special needs, like those who are overweight or have diabetes. They also tell kids or parents how to eat well and educate them about basic nutrition.
Here are 5 of the best reasons to become a nutritionist.
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Salary: A nutritionist's starting salary is usually between INR 25,000 and INR 30,000.
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Job Security: There will always be a need for nutritionist services.
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Positive Career Impact: This is a rewarding job because candidates often get paid based on how well others are doing.
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Higher Education: There is a scope to study more and get an MSc or post-grad degree.
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Unique Experience: Those who apply can feel good about helping someone get in shape and stay healthy.
Take the career guidance test to see if this field is the right fit for you at Glow & Lovely Careers (formerly known as Fair & Lovely Career Foundation). You may also opt forvarious free online courses available on nutrition.
