dietetics
noun
di·e·tet·ics ˌdī-ə-ˈte-tiks 
plural in form but singular or plural in construction
: the science or art of applying the principles of nutrition to the diet
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web In her years on this planet she's earned two master's degrees in nutrition science, won awards in the dietetics field, has been in countless fashion shows and editorials, and she's even appeared in a Beyoncé video. 
Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE.com, 17 May 2022 Sheena majored in dietetics and journalism, completing a one-year apprenticeship at Meredith Corporation in their books division as part of her education. Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2022 After getting her degree in nutrition dietetics at Arizona State University, Gomez spent four years working in school nutrition. Priscilla Totiyapungprasert, AZCentral.com, 26 Dec. 2021 At risk individuals should enter an interdisciplinary support model that includes dietetics, athletic medicine, and mental health services. Ken Goe For The Oregonian/oregonlive, oregonlive, 2 Dec. 2021 Lauri Wright, chair of the department of nutrition and dietetics at the University of North Florida and national spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, seconds this long-term mindset. Sherry Liang, CNN, 2 Nov. 2021 So why is the field of dietetics—and the advice on what to eat—lacking in diversity? Tamara Melton, Health.com, 22 Sep. 2021 Reisinger-Raubenolt had graduated from Kent State University in 2016 with a degree in nutrition and dietetics. Chris Harris, PEOPLE.com, 13 Aug. 2021 Sabrina Grovom of Escondido, Bachelor of Science, nutrition/dietetics. Laura Groch, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 July 2021 See More
Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE.com, 17 May 2022 Sheena majored in dietetics and journalism, completing a one-year apprenticeship at Meredith Corporation in their books division as part of her education. Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2022 After getting her degree in nutrition dietetics at Arizona State University, Gomez spent four years working in school nutrition. Priscilla Totiyapungprasert, AZCentral.com, 26 Dec. 2021 At risk individuals should enter an interdisciplinary support model that includes dietetics, athletic medicine, and mental health services. Ken Goe For The Oregonian/oregonlive, oregonlive, 2 Dec. 2021 Lauri Wright, chair of the department of nutrition and dietetics at the University of North Florida and national spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, seconds this long-term mindset. Sherry Liang, CNN, 2 Nov. 2021 So why is the field of dietetics—and the advice on what to eat—lacking in diversity? Tamara Melton, Health.com, 22 Sep. 2021 Reisinger-Raubenolt had graduated from Kent State University in 2016 with a degree in nutrition and dietetics. Chris Harris, PEOPLE.com, 13 Aug. 2021 Sabrina Grovom of Escondido, Bachelor of Science, nutrition/dietetics. Laura Groch, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 July 2021 See More Word History
First Known Use
1799, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
dietetics
noun, plural in form but singular or plural in construction
di·etet·ics -ˈtet-iks
: the science or art of applying the principles of nutrition to feeding