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Back to EpisodesWhen It's Time to Work with a RD, LDN, or CNS
Published 1 year, 8 months ago
Description
Lauren (LDN/CNS), Sam (RD), and Maggie break down the roles and expertise of dietitians. They explain the educational pathway and licensure requirements for RDs, LDNs, and CNSs, differentiate between dietitians and other nutrition professionals, and discuss when it's time to seek out a dietitian's services. They cover misconceptions about dietitians, the collaborative relationship between dietitians and doctors, and how to start working with a dietitian. The conversation emphasizes that dietitians provide more specialized, evidence-based care compared to general nutrition coaches, particularly for individuals with specific medical conditions.