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Nutritional Sciences Studies at UConn

A major in nutritional science is very similar to a major in dietetics. Nutritional science majors have the opportunity to select options in dietetics, nutritional biochemistry, nutrition for exercise and sport, food science, or fundamentals of nutrition. In all cases, students are provided with a strong foundation in the areas of biology, biochemistry, physiology, sociology, and psychology. In the end, the focus of the major is to be able to provide patients with foods that will improve or maintain their health.

Some of the skills and abilities that are associated with this particular field of study are: excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to interpret technical and scientific data, problem solving and decision making, computer skills, attention to detail, and the ability to conduct and explain reasoning.

Nutritionists are food specialists that are responsible for nutritional care and food service. They can typically be involved with clinical research and/or labwork. Primarily, however, they assess nutritional needs, plan individualized dietary plans, provide counseling, and evaluate nutritional care for individuals and groups. In addition, they help people make smart food choices to keep them healthy; advise doctors and nurses regarding nutrition; teach people about the importance of good nutrition and healthful food choices; manage food service businesses; and supervise people who prepare and serve food. They are also responsible for promoting good health and proper eating.

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