What exactly do nutritionists do?

Nutritionists provide advice and education on the subject of nutrition. They inform and support healthy and sick people in their individual nutrition and the optimization of personal eating habits. Their work is based on scientific findings and is part of the therapy for eating disorders and diet-related illnesses.

Their work is aimed at guiding and supporting their patients in changing their eating habits, identifying the causes of their disorder and treating them. In doing so, they address the individual situation of those affected, talk to them about their goals and fears and give them practical tips and instructions for changing their diet, including in the form of recipes and sensible physical activities.