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dietitian
noun
di·e·ti·tian
ˌdī-ə-ˈti-shən
variants
or less commonly dietician
: a specialist in dietetics
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Healthcare providers and registered dietitians often collaborate to formulate an elemental diet based on the patient's needs.
—Patty Weasler, Rn, Bsn, Verywell Health, 16 Jan. 2025
Work with a registered dietitian and a physician to address how much to consume.
—Kari Sonde, TIME, 13 Jan. 2025
Consulting your doctor or dietitian is always a good idea before starting a cleanse.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 10 Jan. 2025
Pope said working on the ability to reject content is an important aspect of making sure toxic diet culture doesn’t permeate one’s mental health, and recommended seeking professional support through therapists and dietitians if unhealthy thoughts persist.
—Rachel Hale, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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Word History
Etymology
dietitian irregular from diet entry 1 + -ician
First Known Use
circa 1846, in the meaning defined above
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“Dietitian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dietitian. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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dietitian
noun
di·eti·tian
variants
or dietician
ˌdī-ə-ˈtish-ən
: a specialist in dietetics
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