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Nutrition and Diet Therapy Basics

Nutrition and diet therapies educate people about the connection between food and health. Nutritionists and dietitians promote good eating habits to help prevent disease and to treat preexisting conditions. They work with a patient's unique biological makeup to plan a diet regimen that will facilitate his or her return to optimal health. Read Full Article

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Thomas Jordan, RD, LDN Thomas Jordan, RD, LDN
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"With a background in nutrition, fitness, and dietary supplementation, I bring a dynamic natural approach to attaining optimal health. As head of the Clinical Nutrition Department at First Health Associates ..."

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