I am often asked, “Why nutritional therapy? What is the difference between dietitians, nutritionists and nutritional therapists?” Below is everything you need to know.
I am often asked, “Why nutritional therapy? What is the difference between dietitians, nutritionists and nutritional therapists?” Below is everything you need to know.
What is a Dietitian?
Dietitians are trained professionals who promote nutritional wellbeing and treat medical conditions. They are thus usually found in a medical setting, for example a hospital or clinic. GPs typically refer patients to dietitians for conditions such as diabetes, obesity, liver disease, kidney disease and intestinal disorders.
A dietitian holds a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics. They generally work with government health departments, although some work directly with the public. Dietitians are regulated by the relevant body within their practicing country.
Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live.
What is a Nutritionist?
Nutritionists focus on promoting healthy eating habits and having a balanced lifestyle. They do not treat medical conditions. They are often found in a commercial setting, for example gyms, fitness and wellness centres, supplement companies, and food companies.
They are not always regulated and have the choice to sign up to a relevant nutrition association. Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist which can make it difficult to distinguish their qualifications.
By changing your diet , you can change your entire physiology.
By changing your diet , you can change your entire physiology.
What is a Nutritional Therapist?
A nutritional therapist provides health advice to clients by applying nutrition and lifestyle medicine sciences. Nutritional therapists are trained professionals who promote health, peak performance and individual care by personalised nutrition.
A nutritional therapist holds a qualification, requiring three to five years’ training in nutrition and lifestyle medicine science. Additionally, they are governed by the British Association of Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine (BANT) and the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC).
Nutritional therapists usually work in private practice, offering bespoke health plans, using nutrition and lifestyle interventions to help support the body towards maintaining health. Nutritional therapy is a personalised approach to healthcare and the optimal functioning of the body’s major systems, while considering food, vitamins, minerals and lifestyle factors. The personalised nutrition is tailored specifically for each client, taking into account the client’s health journey, health goals and dietary preferences.
Furthermore, nutritional therapy uses the Functional Medicine model which aims to address the underlying root cause of a client’s symptoms or health concerns. There are a wide range of laboratory functional tests that can be used to identify nutrient deficiencies or biochemical imbalances and, where possible, tests will be recommended to inform the recommendations that are based on your unique biological individuality.
Nutritional therapy recommendations are not a replacement for medical advice; practitioners frequently work alongside medical professionals to support the individuals’ wellbeing.
BANT practitioners do not diagnose or treat diseases.
Nutritional therapists focus on:
- Optimum energy levels
- Low mood
- Compromised immunity
- Digestive problems
- Hormonal issues
- Optimal prenatal health
- Allergies
- Stress management
- Skin complaints
- Weight management
- Healthy blood sugar balance
- Optimum sport performance
You will only bloom if you take the time to water yourself.
What is a Health Coach?
A Health Coach has the tools and skills to implement new habits (diet, fitness or wellness) and create a new lifestyle with long lasting changes. They will not just share information on how to make changes but they will be your catalyst for your transformation. Health Coaches work in a team with their clients, creating a bespoke lifestyle that will work specifically for them. They will help people find the strength to start making changes, holding them accountable and encouraging them along the way. They will be your personal cheerleader!
Health Coaches help clients understand their desire for change. Empowering themselves to become their own health expert. They create accountability and support. They identify any challenges or blind spots that is obstructing change. They help their clients navigate through their health concerns, using their broad knowledge of health and wellness.
You will only bloom if you take the time to water yourself.
What is a Dietitian?
Dietitians are trained professionals who promote nutritional wellbeing and treat medical conditions. They are thus usually found in a medical setting, for example a hospital or clinic. GPs typically refer patients to dietitians for conditions such as diabetes, obesity, liver disease, kidney disease and intestinal disorders.
A dietitian holds a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics. They generally work with government health departments, although some work directly with the public. Dietitians are regulated by the relevant body within their practicing country.
Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live
What is a Nutritionist?
Nutritionists focus on promoting healthy eating habits and having a balanced lifestyle. They do not treat medical conditions. They are often found in a commercial setting, for example gyms, fitness and wellness centres, supplement companies, and food companies.
They are not always regulated and have the choice to sign up to a relevant nutrition association. Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist which can make it difficult to distinguish their qualifications.
By changing your diet , you can change your entire physiology.
By changing your diet , you can change your entire physiology.
What is a Nutritional Therapist?
A nutritional therapist provides health advice to clients by applying nutrition and lifestyle medicine sciences. Nutritional therapists are trained professionals who promote health, peak performance and individual care by personalised nutrition.
A nutritional therapist holds a qualification, requiring three to five years’ training in nutrition and lifestyle medicine science. Additionally, they are governed by the British Association of Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine (BANT) and the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC).
Nutritional therapists usually work in private practice, offering bespoke health plans, using nutrition and lifestyle interventions to help support the body towards maintaining health. Nutritional therapy is a personalised approach to healthcare and the optimal functioning of the body’s major systems, while considering food, vitamins, minerals and lifestyle factors. The personalised nutrition is tailored specifically for each client, taking into account the client’s health journey, health goals and dietary preferences.
Furthermore, nutritional therapy uses the Functional Medicine model which aims to address the underlying root cause of a client’s symptoms or health concerns. There are a wide range of laboratory functional tests that can be used to identify nutrient deficiencies or biochemical imbalances and, where possible, tests will be recommended to inform the recommendations that are based on your unique biological individuality.
Nutritional therapy recommendations are not a replacement for medical advice; practitioners frequently work alongside medical professionals to support the individuals’ wellbeing.
BANT practitioners do not diagnose or treat diseases.
Nutritional therapists focus on:
- Optimum energy levels
- Low mood
- Compromised immunity
- Digestive problems
- Hormonal issues
- Optimal prenatal health
- Allergies
- Stress management
- Skin complaints
- Weight management
- Healthy blood sugar balance
- Optimum sport performance
You will bloom if you water yourself.
What is a Health Coach?
A Health Coach has the tools and skills to implement new habits (diet, fitness or wellness) and create a new lifestyle with long lasting changes. They will not just share information on how to make changes but they will be your catalyst for your transformation. Health Coaches work in a team with their clients, creating a bespoke lifestyle that will work specifically for them. They will help people find the strength to start making changes, holding them accountable and encouraging them along the way. They will be your personal cheerleader!
Health Coaches help clients understand their desire for change. Empowering themselves to become their own health expert. They create accountability and support. They identify any challenges or blind spots that is obstructing change. They help their clients navigate through their health concerns, using their broad knowledge of health and wellness.
You will bloom if you water yourself.
Remember when taking advice from any healthcare professional, always check that they are appropriately qualified, are registered and belong to a regulated governing body
Remember when taking advice from any healthcare professional, always check that they are appropriately qualified, are registered and belong to a regulated governing body
