National Nutrition Month is the time of year to get perspective and focus on issues pertaining to your nutrition and health. Today, March 9th, just so happens to be Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day, a day to celebrate the contributions of dietitians all around the country. But what exactly are dietitians?
These food experts have proven their dedication by earning a bachelor’s degree in nutrition or a related field, by completing an intensive supervised practice averaging one year, and by passing a registration exam required by the Academy of Dietetics and Nutrition (the world’s largest organization dedicated to food and nutrition). Many registered dietitian nutritionists (RDN) hold graduate degrees, and some are even certified nutrition specialists in areas such as renal nutrition, diabetes education, or even sports nutrition.
