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Food and nutrition scientists study the relationship between food and health, and how to improve food production and nutrition. They work in a variety of roles, including research, teaching, and consulting.
Food scientists
- Research and develop ways to grow crops and livestock
- Focus on the physical and chemical properties of food
- Work to maintain and expand the food supply
Nutrition scientists
- Research how food affects the body and society
- Examine how food and diet relate to health and disease
- Work to improve dietary choices and prevent disease
Dietitians Assess and diagnose eating habits, Create and implement nutritional health plans, Promote healthy eating habits, and Recommend dietary modifications.
Education
- Nutritional science programs at universities include basic subjects like biology, chemistry, and mathematics
- Students can specialize in areas like food chemistry, nutritional physiology, and food economics
Food and nutrition science is a complex field that encompasses the entire food system, from farm to table.