Nutrition recommendations vary depending on the source and the individual, which makes it hard for any nutrition guidelines to be universally true (Wiss, 2021). Nutritional needs are different between individuals, so any guidelines may be altered in order for someone to meet their nutritional...
Many factors should be considered when assessing the mental and physical health of individuals in a counselling setting (Wiss, 2022). Various determinants of health have an impact on the current state of individuals, including income, education, past experiences, and much more. Even those...
Nutrition professionals play a vital role in the health and wellness of individuals no matter what they are going through. Students who graduate from Rhodes Wellness College with a Professional Integrative Nutrition Diploma are equipped to work in a wide variety of roles within the food, wellness,...
Looking back at the last few years and the impact of Covid-19, you may not be surprised to learn that the pandemic has also vastly affected shared views on nutrition. The nutrition trends we are now seeing can be linked to Covid-19 and a greater societal focus on the impacts of health and nutrition...
Obesity has become one of the leading causes for premature death around the world (Ritchie & Roser, 2017). Consequently, the links between diet and physical health have been researched intensely. However, the physical aspect is only one factor that a balanced diet can have on the body. With a...
Plant-based meats have become more widely available with the introduction of new companies and products that are now in many mainstream grocery stores. Market research shows that there are 28 million plant-powered consumers actively seeking out alternatives to animal products (Shoup, 2022). A...
As people are becoming more health-conscious, consumers are looking to make more informed dietary choices that account for the individual needs of their bodies. Personalized nutrition is an approach that aims to meet those needs. While there is no exact definition of personalized nutrition, it...
As most aspiring nutritionists know, the food that we consume can have an impact on more than just our physical health. However, with the rise of processed foods, in part as a result of industrialization, it is becoming more difficult for many people to obtain the right nutrients from their diets....
With so many diets being promoted in popular culture today, nutritionists are tasked with guiding clients in finding the right approach to food, wellness and health. Intuitive eating takes an opposite approach to traditional diets and aims to give the individual greater control over their food...
Today, there is no shortage of popular diets, and for people who are trying to lose weight or adopt a healthier lifestyle, the variety of options can be both inspiring and overwhelming. If you are seeking a career as a nutritionist, you’ll be working with clients to develop strategies that help...