Dietitian

Hello Bhavesh,
A relatively new profession, this field has gained importance with the realisation that inappropriate eating habits can lead to many major diseases and that quality of life depends on the quality of food we eat. Dietitians or nutritionists help to promote good health through corrective eating habits, thus improving the quality of life. They assist people in planning meals depending upon their age, sickness or work routine, counsel and educate them about healthy eating- selection and preparation of food items according to the principles of nutrition and evaluate and make changes in their clients diet periodically. Dietitians promote nutritious eating habits through education and research, as well as through overseeing the selection and preparation of food services for many different institutions and groups. They fix nutritional regimens for patients in a hospital, athletes in physical training camps, and mountaineers on an expedition and so on. They do research on nutritive value of food which helps to understand the various components of food we eat and the right type of food which provides a balanced mix of the essentials like vitamins, minerals etc. needed for the human body. They study the digestive process, the various reactions of food stuffs in the body and find out what is harmful and thus help to prevent diseases through a proper diet program. Some of them are specialised in areas such as obesity, pediatrics or diabetes. They form a vital part of the health team. Organisations involved in food product manufacture use the services of the nutritionist or dietitian to plan and research new products. The nutritionists also has excellent prospects in the mass media where top of priority is given to disseminating vital information on healthy living .They could find employment in hospitals, research labs of food manufacturers, catering departments of star hotels, health departments and recreation clubs, teach the science of nutrition and dietetics in colleges and universities. They can also work as consultants or do private practice. The trends today shows an increasing interest in health and fitness.
All the best.

Hi Devanjana,
List of colleges in Kerala offering dietitian course:
1. Kerala Agricultural University,
Course: Dip. in Food Science
BSc & Nutrition
2. Bharatidasan University
Course: B.Sc. (Nutri & Dietetics)
Eligibility: 10+2 (Academic/Vocational)
3. Mahatma Gandhi University
Course: B.Sc. Clinical Nutrition
Eligibility: Pre degree with Sci & Dietitics
4. Gandhigram Rural Institute,
Course: BSc (Home Sci, Food & Nutrition)
Eligibility: 10+2 with Sci (Age 21)
You can refer the link below for more detaisl:
https://www.shiksha.com/getArticleDetail/384/Nutritionists-Dieticians-Study-Training-Courses?token=aa&page=1
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With a rising concern about health and eating habits, the field of Nutrition and Dietetics is gaining a lot of popularity. Due to a growing concern about obesity, anorexia, ulcers, hypertension and other major diseases arising due to unhealthy eating habits, the role of dialecticians is growing important. The role of nutritionists and dieticians is to improve the health of patients by instilling healthy eating habits.
What is Dietetics
It is the science of managing food and nutrition to promote health among people. It involves helping people in managing their weight and instilling healthy eating habits among people
What is the role of nutritionists/ dieticians
Their main role is to promote the idea of good health through proper eating habits. Hence, they will prepare diet charts, will tell you about exercises, selecting food items, how to build on metabolism, etc.
What are the skills required to become a nutritionist
Besides an interest in food and its related fields, students must have good planning, researching and administrative skills. They should be patient and good knowledge about the field. Besides this having good communication skills can be a bonus.
What are the qualifications to become a dietician or nutritionist
A Science Stream student (Physics, Chemistry and Biology student) can opt for Home Science, Food Technology or Nutrition Course after his 10+2. You can pursue these courses in graduation and post graduation level. If you're pursuing this course in graduation, you can pursue a B. Sc in Home Science from any prestigious university. However, if you want to specialise in dietetics and nutrition in post graduation level, you can pursue M.Sc in Food and Nutrition, Food Science and Nutrition, Food Service Management or one year post graduate diploma in Dietetics and Public Health Nutrition.