Word of the Week: Registered Dietitian
Noun. A Registered Dietitian (RD), also referred to as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), is a person who is dedicated to advising people on nutrition and healthy eating.
Used in a sentence:
As a registered dietitian, Sarah Downs provides sound nutritional advice for the Best Food Facts website.
March 9 is Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day! Have you hugged your RD today?
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