Definition

A professional who is trained to advise people on what to eat in order to lead a healthy lifestyle or achieve specific health goals.

Example

After my diagnosis, I consulted a dietitian to help me plan my meals.

Conversation

I met with a dietitian yesterday to talk about my eating habits.

Oh really? How did it go?

It was insightful! The dietitian gave me some great tips.

That sounds helpful! I might need to see one too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dietitian → It is formed from "diet" (from Old French *diete*, meaning a way of life or regimen) and "-itian" (a suffix used to denote a person associated with a specific field). A dietitian is a person who specializes in dietary practices and nutrition.

Memory Tip

Think of 'diet' as a way of life and remember that a dietitian is someone who helps you with your dietary choices.

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