What’s the difference between a dietitian and a naturopath?

In Canada, naturopaths are regulated under the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND). Typically, naturopaths have completed a 4-year training program that combines education and supervised clinical study. Naturopaths are educated on nutrition, but their...

Is my nutritionist a registered dietitian?

Many clients call their registered dietitian a nutritionist and like other health professionals, registered dietitians must register with the provincial regulatory body in their province in order to practice. All NutriProCan dietitians are registered in the...

What’s the difference between a dietitian and a nutritionist?

In short, a dietitian may also be considered a nutritionist, but a nutritionist isn’t always a dietitian. The only exception is Alberta, where the term ‘nutritionist’ is also protected and only dietitians can call themselves nutritionists. The term ‘registered...
5 Tips to Help Control Blood Sugars

5 Tips to Help Control Blood Sugars

Did you know that based on 2017 statistics, over 2.3 million people in Canada alone have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes? Although diabetes can be a serious condition, many diet and lifestyle changes have been shown to improve health outcomes. Here are...
Pediatric Health and Nutrition Counselling

Pediatric Health and Nutrition Counselling

The Role of Nutrition in Pediatric Health High-quality nutrition during childhood years is important to healthy growth and development. Pediatric health care is unique to each patient, as every child grows and develops at different rates and requires individualized...