What is the difference between a Licensed Nutritionist and a Certified Clinical Nutritionist?

A nutritionist is a broad term that describes one who could have a degree in nutrition -- a 4-yr degree or a doctorate degree; and/or experience in nutrition; or someone who picked up a book, read it and declared him/herself to be a nutritionist, and anyone in between these two descriptions.

A registered dietitian is one who has met specific requirements that represent this title. S/he has at least a four-year degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a closely related field, has completed an internship and has passed an examination.

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