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Dietitian

Personalized, illustrated, and warm β€” told in your own words, so your child can feel proud of what you do.

Chapter 1

How to explain a Dietitian to your child

A dietitian is a food helper who knows how the food we eat helps our bodies. They sit down with people in an office or a clinic and ask about favorite meals, how they like to eat, and what makes them feel good. For example, they might draw a colorful plate on paper, with a little pasta, some green beans, and a bit of chicken. Then they write a simple plan, and they check in later to see how it is going.

When you eat, your body uses food to run, jump, think and grow. A dietitian helps people find foods that give them lots of energy and feel good in their tummies. They take care of people by explaining things in clear, friendly words, so everyone can feel proud of the meals they pick. Sometimes that means finding a tasty new snack that a person really loves.

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