Dietitians and Nutritionists plan food and nutrition programs and supervise the preparation and serving of meals. If you choose this profession, you will help prevent and treat illnesses by promoting healthy eating habits, scientifically evaluating clients' diets, and suggesting diet modifications, such as less salt for those with high blood pressure or reduced fat and sugar intake for those who are overweight.
Dietitians run food service systems for institutions such as hospitals and schools, promote sound eating habits through education and conduct research. Major areas of practice are clinical community, management, research, business and industry, and consultation.
Clinical Dietitians:
provide nutritional services for patients in hospitals and nursing homes " assess patients' nutritional needs
develop and implement nutrition programs
evaluate and report the results
confer with physicians and other health care professionals to coordinate medical and nutritional needs
Some Clinical Dietitians specialize in the management of overweight patients, care of the critically ill, or of renal (kidney) and diabetic patients.
Community Dietitians:
counsel individuals and groups on nutritional practices designed to prevent disease and promote good health
may work in a public health clinics, home health agencies, or health maintenance organizations
evaluate individual needs, develop nutritional care plans, and instruct individuals and their families
Management Dietitians:
oversee large-scale meal planning and preparation in health care facilities, company cafeterias, prisons, and schools
Consultant Dietitians:
work under contract with health care facilities or in their own private practice
work for wellness programs, sports teams, supermarkets, and other nutritionalrelated businesses | 
