I'd been considering in the past, but haven't actually gotten around to it yet. Anyway, an article in the January 2007 Redbook caught my eye because of this. Luckily, I found it online! Finding Dr. Right

This part in particular is what I was talking about:

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Your health complaint: High cholesterol, diabetes, weight loss...anything diet-related
Your options: Nutritionist or dietitian
Your best bet: Dietitian

"Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist — the title is completely unregulated," warns Ruth Frechman, R.D., a registered dietitian in Burbank, CA, and a spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association. That means the "nutritionist" working at your gym may be anyone from a highly qualified expert to an amateur with no formal training or education whatsoever. The title "registered dietitian" (R.D.), on the other hand, is reserved for people who have completed a four-year degree in nutrition, plus 900 supervised clinical hours, and have passed a national exam, qualifying them to help manage medical conditions through diet. Some states require that R.D.'s also be licensed.

In general, be wary of anyone who sells dietary products, insists high-dose vitamins or minerals are necessary, or pushes a particular brand. That's not to say that an omega-3 fatty acid or another supplement is never helpful, says Frechman. But the only thing your dietitian should be trying to sell you on is the benefits of healthier eating.

Your ideal dietitian is: Registered, state licensed where required, and specializes in your particular dietary issue, whether it's high cholesterol, diabetes, or weight control. Log on to the American Dietetic Association website (eatright.org) to search for one by location and area of expertise.

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