You're not alone. Are you doing some shopping online this holiday season and wondering why you're getting charged sales tax and your sister in another state isn't? In this edition of Ask Maggie, CNET's Marguerite Reardon explains.
Nutrition specialists may be dietitians or nutritionists, each of which require different certification and education. Registered dietitians must be certified nationally after acquiring a bachelor's degree in a field related to physiology, food service management, biochemistry or culinary arts.Certified nutrition specialists, or nutritionists, are health professionals specializing in diet, food and nutrition.ertified nutrition specialists, also known as nutritionists, are health professionals with expertise in diets, food and nutrition. While state agencies don't generally regulate certified nutrition specialists, national certification is available through the Certification Board for Nutrition Specialists (CBNS).
Education. Most dietitians and nutritionists have a bachelorâs degree in dietetics, foods and nutrition, food service systems management, clinical nutrition, or a related area. Programs include courses in nutrition, psychology, chemistry, and biology.Many dietitians and nutritionists also have advanced degrees.ost dietitians and nutritionists have a bachelorâs degree and receive supervised training through an internship or as a part of their coursework. Many states require dietitians and nutritionists to be licensed.