Dietetics associations are professional societies whose members have education qualifications in food, nutrition and dietetics recognized by a national authority.
Considered the premier scholarly nutritional journal, it is a monthly peer-reviewed publication involved in the dietetics field, with original research, critical reviews, and reports on dietetics and human nutrition.
The training requirements and professional regulation of dietetic technicians vary across countries, but usually include some formal (postsecondary) training in dietetics and nutrition care.
Their role may also involve referring patients to community diabetes nurse specialist and for retinal screening, dietetics and podiatry, as per guidelines.