Nutritionist

Overview

Nutritionists integrate, disseminate and apply knowledge drawn from the relevant sciences to enhance positive effects of food on the health and well-being of human populations.

Day-to-day

• plans diets and menus, and instructs people on the requirements and importance of diet and on the planning and preparation of food
• supervises the preparation and serving of meals
• collects, organises and assesses data relating to health and nutritional status of individuals, groups and communities
• monitors food intake and quality to provide nutritional care
• calculates nutritional values of food served
• plans, conducts and evaluates nutrition intervention programs and compiles educational material
• provides nutrition assessments, nutrition management, and nutrition education, research and training
• consults with other health professionals and related workers to manage the dietary and nutritional needs of patients.