NUTRITION

Nutritionists and dietitians in the food industry focus on the study of how food and dietary choices impact human health, creating healthier food options and educating the public about nutrition.

Does the scientific make-up of food interest you? Want to learn more about nutritional profiles of foods? This could be the career for you.

Nutritionists will look at the analysis of nutrients in foods, the development of dietary guidelines, and the creation of food products with specific nutritional profiles to promote well-being. This expertise is essential in addressing public health challenges related to obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and other diet-related health conditions.

This career often requires formal education, internships, and certification to practice professionally. The field of nutrition is constantly changing due to ongoing research and advancements in understanding the role of diet in health and disease prevention.

RELEVANT SECTORS

Careers in Nutrition

Nutrition offers a range of career paths that contribute to the world’s health and wellbeing. Examples of jobs include:

Dietitians are qualified and regulated health professionals that assess, diagnose and treat dietary and nutritional problems at an individual and wider public-health level. They often work in healthcare settings, such as hospitals, clinics, private practice or in private companies in areas such as product development.

Nutritionists provide nutritional advice to clients, focusing on dietary choices that promote overall health and wellbeing. They may work in community centres, fitness facilities, or schools.

These professionals work with food companies to create products that align with nutritional guidelines and consumer preferences. They aim to improve the nutritional profile of food items.

Public health nutritionists focus on improving the nutrition and dietary habits of entire communities or populations. They work on government policies and programs to combat malnutrition and diet-related diseases.

Professionals in this field create educational materials, articles, and books on nutrition topics, distributing knowledge to the public.

OPPORTUNITIES

Nutrition Apprenticeships

Does your passion lie in nutrition? Here’s some of the apprenticeships available.