Dietitian vs nutritionist: what’s the difference in the UK and Ireland?
Which title is protected by law, what “Registered Nutritionist” means, where nutritional therapists fit in, and who to see for what.
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Guides
Guides to dietitians and nutritionists
Plain-English explainers from the FoodFacts CONNECT team, checked against the official registers.
How to check a dietitian or nutritionist is registered (UK & Ireland)
Step-by-step instructions for the HCPC, CORU and AfN registers, what a valid entry looks like, and the red flags to watch for.
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Last updated . These guides are general information, not medical advice.
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