Definition: A person who works to educate and counsel clients on dietary issues. In general, anyone can choose to be a nutritionist without formal education. However, there are certain certifications that some nutritionists pursue to further their expertise -- for example, Licensed Nutritionist, Certified Nutrition Specialist, and Certified Clinical Nutritionist.
Pronunciation: new-TRISH-en-ist
Examples: Allie could not find a qualified nutritionist to work with her binge eating, but she located a registered dietitian with the proper training.
