Resources
In this section you’ll find:
- The difference between a nutritionist and a dietitian.
- Information on health insurance coverage.
- Links to other valuable websites.
What’s the difference between a nutritionist and a dietitian?
Dietitians are the nutrition professionals. The titles “Dietitian”, “Registered Dietitian”, “Registered Nutritionist” and “RD” are protected by law. Only qualified people who have the appropriate education and who are registered with their provincial regulatory body can use these titles. Dietitians in Alberta are registered with the College of Dietitians of Alberta .
Because the term “nutritionist” is not protected by law in Alberta, even unqualified people can call themselves a nutritionist. You should be careful to make sure the person who is helping you is a qualified nutrition professional. You can contact Dietitians of Canada or the College of Dietitians of Alberta to obtain a list of dietitians in Edmonton.
Health Insurance Reimbursement
Check with your group health plan or health spending account. You may be covered for nutrition services provided by a Registered Dietitian. If not, you can claim the service on your income tax return as a medical tax credit.
Links
Dietitians of Canada
http://www.dietitians.ca/
College of Dietitians of Alberta
http://www.collegeofdietitians.ab.ca
Health Canada
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fn-an/index-eng.php
Sports Medicine Council of Alberta
http://www.sportmedab.ca/
Sportsoracle
http://www.sportsoracle.com/
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Health Insurance You may be covered for nutrition services provided by a Registered Dietitian! Check with your employer or health plan to see if you are covered.
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Sports Nutrition Fuel your body so you can perform at your very best. See how proper nutrition can make the winning difference!
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Eat to Compete These sessions are designed to help indidivual athletes develop their own nutrition plan in a group setting. Whether you have been racing for years at an elite level or have recently taken up a sport for recreation, Eat to Compete will help you improve your performance!
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