nutritionist
noun
nu·tri·tion·ist
nu̇-ˈtri-sh(ə-)nist 
nyu̇-
: a specialist in the study of nutrition
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There are examples from the early 1900s of nutritionists and dieticians promoting candy as something to be consumed for good health among even children.
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Dana Taylor, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Coaches, fitness trainers, nutritionists and mental coaches are all hired to help the athlete block out distractions and think only about their game.
—Beth Herman, Boston Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
Keep in mind that every child has different needs, so always consult with a doctor or nutritionist before making any drastic dietary changes.
—Michiko Tomioka, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2026
For seasoned cooks and kitchen novices, cookbook author and nutritionist Robin Miller takes it back to basics with great, family-friendly recipes worth making over and over again.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 4 Feb. 2026
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Dana Taylor, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Coaches, fitness trainers, nutritionists and mental coaches are all hired to help the athlete block out distractions and think only about their game.
—Beth Herman, Boston Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
Keep in mind that every child has different needs, so always consult with a doctor or nutritionist before making any drastic dietary changes.
—Michiko Tomioka, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2026
For seasoned cooks and kitchen novices, cookbook author and nutritionist Robin Miller takes it back to basics with great, family-friendly recipes worth making over and over again.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 4 Feb. 2026
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“Nutritionist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nutritionist. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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nutritionist
noun
nu·tri·tion·ist
-ˈtrish-(ə-)nist
: a specialist in the study of nutrition
Medical Definition
nutritionist
noun
nu·tri·tion·ist
-ˈtrish-(ə-)nəst
: a specialist in the study of nutrition
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