DIETETICS : THE GOOD, BAD & UGLY

[@pure555]

Thank you for getting to the point!! I see so many videos where people are like blah blah blah, I wake up, take my shower, get my coffee from Starbucks and are not that useful. This video is actually informative!

[@MichelleJaelin]

Hi Kim. When a patient died while I was a dietetic intern at a hospital, I also cried!! Also, people do think we are the food police. We are totally not - I eat like a normal person ;-)

[@elmooko69]

I can tell you really love being a Dietitian- Keep up the good work & I hope your passion only continues to grow as you progress in your career! I would add a couple of Bad/Ugly: 1. For the amount of schooling & knowledge we are required to have, we could stand to get paid a little better, especially when compared to other Allied Health Professions. 2. That whole internship Match thing... Enough said! 3. Low Albumin Consults!!! Best wishes to ya!

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Lol..this is so true!

[@shelahcooper5187]

wow yes!

[@DarkBlueNutrition]

I'm currently in a master's program/internship for dietetics, so by next year, hopefully I'll have passed the RD exam. Love to see more RDs having youtube channels!

[@haleydixon6208]

Hello! I am currently in a combined MPH/internship program. I have not started the internship portion yet and am a little nervous in how to balance the graduate work with the internship. Any tips?

[@mamabcp13]

Great video! I'm about to start my Dietetic internship and I love how real and helpful your videos are

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Congratulations!! I’m glad I could be of assistance

[@sophiahatzis6205]

I'm in my last year of the nutrition and dietetics program and this video was so informative! I love watching your videos and you honestly make me so excited to be entering the profession!

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Woot woot! I'm glad I was of help Sophia :)

[@fghu8511]

As someone who is really interested in a healthy holistic lifestyle, i was really thinking about becoming an rd, but i know that an rd major will not cover LIFE for real , like exercise and living as a whole , which is the approach I believe in instead of recommending processed jello . But the problem with the more natural or holistic route is the certification, and that alternative medicine in general is considered "quack" but i still think is has some right to it , but its hard to choose and to be involved in this kind of dilemma between natural health advocates and dietitians and drs etc.. I believe that having a healthy lifestyle and being as close to nature as possible is the way to go to maybe help heal a lot of problems Im a high school graduate and still dont really know what i want to do, and if it is worth it, and do i want to pursue it :/ and if going into becoming and rd or for example study holistic nutrition online is the right thing to do, or maybe become a naturopath ?.. i hope you can help me if you can ❤️ thanks for the video

[@fghu8511]

Sarah Montgomery thanks for your reply, i am aware of the importance of following a scientific method, but the fact that many things might work but are not scientifically proven or they are not backed up with a lot of money for research makes me wonder if they might really work! I guess the only option i have is go take the degree and also try to explore as much as. Possible in the holistic/natural field, as im afraid that i would be preaching something dangerous to people, but i can see that a lot of things do work but are not proven by science, let us not forget the money factor

[@gracemadison7372]

F Ghu hi! I can very much relate to what you are saying! Currently, I am a high school senior and am very interested in the holistic lifestyle. I do feel a attachment to nature and advocate whole foods . However, dietetics is very focused on the standardized western diet which I am not particularly into. I am very confused as to what I should do. I want to cure people with nature remedies and Whole Foods but am confused as to whether I should become a registered dietician first and then gear my studies toward holistic health. I would love to hear what you have to say about it because I feel like I can really relate to your situation.

[@mona-checkoutmychannel7656]

I would look up Katie Reines KZbin channel, she's a vegan dietitian. And also look up videos by Brenda Davis, she also promotes a plant based lifestyle and has books out. I feel like a vegan lifestyle, properly done, goes hand in hand with holistic nutrition. Hopefully you enjoy their pages! They stay within the guidelines while providing factual information.

[@ml5684]

Am in the same boat as well. I am more geared towards living close to nature and eating whole foods, basically a whole holistic approach to healing. i like the science of dietetics in relation to our bodies. perhaps maybe a holistic doctor degree in combination with a human physiology degree will help us understand our bodies more and how they react to different elements in nature and then we can advise holistic methods, etc. if you get my drift.

[@veggievendetta131]

Hello all! I may be a little late to the game, but I think I may have some unique insight into this topic. In terms of my career goals, I follow a vegan diet and am very passionate about using plant based nutrition as an alternative to medication and certain invasive procedures, specifically for cardiovascular disease, so I am very with you on the alternative healthcare thing. After getting my undergraduate degree in Biochemistry (with the hopes of going into medical research into these topics) I realized I wanted to go into patient care, and I had considered becoming a naturopathic doctor or getting a certification in holistic nutrition. But here's the rub: There is not as much credibility in these degrees among the general population. And along with that, many of those programs are not as scientifically rigorous and dont teach you critically important skills that you need to evaluate research and literature which is SOOOOOOO crucial in the field of nutrition because of the insane amount of industry funded garbage studies that are published regularly. If there is one thing I have learned in my education it is to NEVER take a nutritional study at face value without taking a hard look at the methods and statistics section of the paper. But back to credibility: I wanted to help people who might not be predisposed to seeking out alternative therapies. I wanted to help bring this mindset for holistic healthcare into the mainstream and not just in fringe wellness centers where I am only helping well-off privileged white hippies. And most importantly I wanted to be in a position to influence other practitioners and the profession at large. To do these things you NEED the legitimacy of the credentials. In interacting with people with these alternative certifications, even before getting my master's degree in nutrition, I could refute most of what they said with my background in biochemsitry and my understanding of current literature. In my mind that is a serious problem for the credibility of the alternative health movement even if it produces good results from a health standpoint. And now that I have a Master's degree in the topic and will be starting a dietetic internship shortly, I have a grasp of human metabolism and the field of nutritional research in general to defend my position and beliefs about nutrition to other experts in the field. I have the knowledge to be able to thoroughly explain why certain diet trends can be harmful. I can review literature and know what is a good study and what is a bad study--which is ESPECIALLY important nowadays because splashy research gets spread quickly on mass media and a lot of it is garbage. My point is, that with a formal education, I have been able to get the complete picture of the field which will enable me to make changes and be heard. I could not get this and would not be listened to if I had a certification. I also would not be able to work with the populations who need this kind of education the most if I did not have a formal education. There is a lot of power in getting experience on all sides of the spectrum. It makes you more balanced. It gives you more exposure. And it makes you more convincing. And let me tell you, there are certain things that I used to believe in in the alternative wellness field that I no longer have any faith in because of my education. Likewise, there is a LOT in the dietetic standard practice that I don't agree with too. And now I am educated enough to try to push for changes on a larger scale. I suppose my point is, if you get an RD, there is nothing stopping you from practicing holistic nutrition, and it will make you a better practitioner too. But if you go for the certification it could limit you. I have met LOTS of RD's who work in the alternative arena. I also would not recommend doing anything online because if there is anything I've learned being in this field, it's all about who you know and what extra experiences you can get, and you just cant make connections through an online program. I hope this helps!

[@laurelscott7469]

I really like watching your videos! I graduated from my undergrad program last may, and decided to wait a year to apply to internships. I just applied and am now waiting on hearing back from internships! Your videos are very real and informative, thank you for not sugar coating anything!

[@michaela-v1880]

Thanks so much for this video! I just graduated high school and i am going to school to study nutrition. I’m so excited! I have always loved learning about food and how it effects the body. I just found your channel and I have learned a lot about being a nutritionist.

[@britdotjpeg]

your videos have been very helpful for me and deciding if this is the career i want to pursue. thank you for taking the time to spread your knowledge :)

[@polserra2000]

Amazing video!!! In Spain the cons about being nutritionist is that we not be in the public health. But i'm agree with your pros, i'm in love of have good relationship with my patients.

[@InnerFireme]

Love your positive energy

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Aww you are too sweet

[@chrisgomez8129]

This is pretty eye opening. I'm in school for dietetic technology. I've read up on how severe the medical combinations could be. So this is very helpful.

[@makeitormakeit4448]

Hi Kim I'm a student studying dietetics in Cameroon...there are more ugly in d career here like I cry over internship most of d time

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Hold steadfast ! There’s a light at the end of a tunnel

[@patriciadalao6026]

Thank you for the video! Im in mental health right now but seriously considering the RDN route… 24 y/o female w a bachelor’s in liberal arts. Do you think its too late to explore a career in this industry? Sending you so much love on your journey!

[@SDubThe-illis]

This is awesome I really want to go and have a few months to decide.

[@jllum]

Have you ever regretted becoming a dietitian or thought about switching to another field because of the level of respect dietitians often get? I'm trying to decide whether I really want to become a dietitian. Thanks!

[@KimRoseDietitian]

I love the profession to be honest. I hope I did not convey that I regretted becoming a dietitian. It is a very versatile field. You can be a supermarket RD, sports RD, clinical RD, nutrition manager, own your own business, do research, write books/papers,teach, and the list goes on. I think the best types of RD are those who couple their expertise with something else (ie: diabetes educator, MBA, journalism). I would recommend for you to google more about the profession and even attend conferences. This will give you a lot of insight. (www.eatright.org is a good beginning)

[@jllum]

Thanks for the tips! And no, you did not convey that you regretted becoming a dietitian. I was just wondering if you had ever felt that way. ;)

[@Joyinthemorn]

Very useful information. Thanks for sharing

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Thank you Joy!!

[@Angelxbaby88]

how much do you get paid?

[@opalmoonoracle]

So great! thanks for your insight!

[@sistaotey_prays]

glad that i found your channel

[@Val-jn8qd]

Am heading towards dietetics! And I must say that this video is so inspiring!

[@KimRoseDietitian]

I am glad you found this helpful!

[@JoshFox0289]

Hey Kim i have a few questions! 1) do you have any advice for people like me who wants to become a dietitian? 2) How do you think the job outlook is? Do you think that in the next few years, there will be a higher need for clinical dietitians(what i would like to become)? 3) What is the ratio of male to female dietitians? I see alot of women dietitians and was wondering if men can thrive too and if being a male dietitian is a good thing?

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Hey Josh: I'm not going to answer your Q in order. Questions 2 + 3 are pretty tough for me to answer seeing I do not know what the future holds (I think the profession personally speaking is doing good...getting a lot more recognition) nor am I fully aware o the male to female ratio. To answer the 2nd part of Q 3...YES males thrive in the profession. Not only are guys a scarce commodity, but they are very passionate + committed dietitians. One guy-titian here on youtube is @Eatrightguy..check him out when you get a chance. To answer Q 1 watch my video about how to become a dietitian. You'll get the 411. Hope this helps...

[@JoshFox0289]

Thanks for the quick reply! :D and yes it helped!

[@kaybee1749]

I know you've probably gotten this question a million times. But I'm about to select my college major and I wanted to know what the salary is, realistically for a dietitian. I'd just like a more credible source than the internet.

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Certainly....this article is very up-to-date an accurate. Hope this helps: www.todaysdietitian.com/newarchives/120108p32.shtml

[@keepcalmnutritious5000]

So true about the food police! People always ask if I eat anything with fat? So crazy. I have a life too lol. It's about balance. Love your channel. I work as a dietitian here in Illinois.

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Pleasure meeting you and thank you for the compliment.

[@MegHilbs]

Thats so good to hear I'm not the only one who feels like I know nothing out of my internship !

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Hi Meg. How long again did you finish your internship? I promise you it only gets better with time.

[@MegHilbs]

Oops I meant to say in my internship, but I'm in my clinical rotations right now and feel like I know nothing! I know it's all a learning process and I need to remind myself of that

[@AllNatural7]

I must say THANK YOU IMMENSELY!!!! You are full of valuable knowledge & wisdom ... and your LOVE for your Profession speaks loudly. I actually have my BS in another field, have been out of school for ages/decades (LOL), live in NC, but that process regarding Internships concern me especially if I am already settled. The question comes to mind, will I have to move? Can I find an accredited program locally? I have been thinking about becoming an RD for a couple of years now, just didn't know of any until I found your videos. I'm so grateful for your transparency! Thanks again & abundant blessings to you!!!

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Awww...you are welcome. You words are truly appreciated. If you have any other Q please do not hesitate to ask.

[@AllNatural7]

Thank you so much for your response, and you are most welcome. I was wondering how I could go about researching/locating accredited schools in the state of NC? Another question, do you find that completing Internships could be a bit discouraging to some people being that the process is structured somewhat different? You may have shared this on a video I have yet to view, but how long did it take you to gain employment after schooling/Internships? Was it a smooth transition? My last question ... have you ever thought about becoming a Naturopathic MD? I only ask that because of its discipline and it's natural healing aide to patients/clients as well. Well, thanks for reading my short novel in advance & have a wonderful day!

[@KimRoseDietitian]

1. Click here for schools with internships attached. www.eatrightpro.org/resources/acend/accredited-programs 2. I do not find that the internship process is discouraging related to the structure. The stress is what's discouraging. 3. I was actually employed before I finished my internship (video coming soon lol). 4. Naturopathic MD--no, not at this time.

[@AllNatural7]

Oh, thank you so much for the resource regarding the schools w/internships...woowhooo!!! I'm going to view it as soon as I finish responding to you :-). About the internship process, well, I can understand it being stressful...phew that's certainly much better than getting discouraged due to fretting if you will be picked for your particular location & the wait and such. About the employment - wonderful ... will be looking forward to that video as well ... :-) Okay, well I'm going to get to gettin with that link and I really appreciate all the information and your speedy response. Have a wonderfully blessed night Ms. Kim!!!

[@deesimmons7704]

Hello Kim, Is there a particular reason why there are so few black dietitians in the US? Has research been done by the Dietetic Association to find out what factors contribute to this? Thank you

[@KimRoseDietitian]

That is a very good question. I am not certain if research has been done.

[@jjacksonmsrd8496]

Lol you really hit on everything! Great vid Kim. Are you going to FNCE?

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Thanks Jontae. I wish I could go to FNCE this year. No PRN to cover. Next year for sure.

[@jjacksonmsrd8496]

Aww..that's unfortunate.

[@KimRoseDietitian]

If you go next year maybe a we could all connect.

[@jjacksonmsrd8496]

Yes that'll be great!

[@kayleenchenette7180]

This is good to know. I'm transferring to study Dietetics next fall. I'm excited and nervous. Do you have any tips for studying chemistry? I'm struggling a little bit. I absolutely love science but not all subjects come very easily. Thanks!

[@KimRoseDietitian]

I'm happy for you Kayleen. Chemistry can be challenging. 1. Go to your professors office hours...ALL OF THEM. Let your professor see that you are trying. This is what I did for my hard classes. I would always introduce my self (first and last name...every office hour...make a difference when it comes to the final grade), ask tips, ask him/her to reteach a point you did not understand in class. 2. Re-write your notes immediately after class. I had 2 journals for chemistry. One in which I took lecture notes and the other in which I re-wrote everything neatly 3. Bring a recorder to the class and record the lecture 4. Find the smart kid and become BFF 5. Study a little EVERY DAY...craming does not help in chemistry

[@mabelore3355]

I used to go to tutoring at my school so use those free services. Study groups are also helpful. Make sure u get 2-3 phone numbers from other classmates so u can discuss/help each other in the process. Btw is NOT that bad Good luck!

[@tamiramos5873]

I would rather be a Nutritionist (I am sure there is a difference between them and dieticians) and I can only do an online degree and the AND site did not give me the information I am looking for. Do they have to be the ultimate source of what schools I can attend that will be recognized as accredited enough to be recognized for me to be able to take a registration exam?

[@ManhandsMaddie15]

I really appreciate this video! I am currently getting my undergrad and plan to be a dietitian. What did you get your associates degree in? What graduate school did you go to? Thank you so much

[@cassandra3410]

Did the dietitian turned PA ever give you reasons as to why she thought dietitian were useless? I'm highly interested in both career options. Thanks for the informative video!😊😊✨

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Great Q Cass!! Yes, one said that a lot of her diabetic patients were on the incorrect dose of diabetes medications/insulin and as a dietitian she had no power to change the medication so she became a PA. The second dietitian told me she did not see the importance of the profession. I guess she did not seek to expand her wings in the field and felt like she was in a dead-end career which is not true at all.

[@4omg5]

Do you make clients get a food journal?

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Yes I do!

[@tamiramos5873]

I am so confused about how to go about applying to the right school…especially because I have to resort to taking my school completely online. I wonder which choice to make primarily because I don’t want to “earn” a dud degree that no one will recognize or accept for when I take a state exam. Any advice?

[@KimRoseDietitian]

You know I met someone last year who took their dietetics degree completely online. That option does exist. I think you will have to take the required classes first and then actually apply for the internship. Here is a list of the approved internships so you can see which one suits you the best: www.eatrightpro.org/acend/accredited-programs/dietetic-internships

[@geetasharma6614]

Hiii... I am a undergraduate student studying dietetics in India.. I am a second year student.. I am extremely passionate about my career I wanna know how should I keep myself updated and what other things can I do to add value and pull myself up... I am really looking forward to your reply.. Loved your video there are really helpful and helped me to see the reality of my profession..

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Hi Geeta I'm am not sure how it is in India, but in the U.S.A. we have 'The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics'. This academy provides the latest and greatest food and nutrition related information to keep yourself posted. I would recommend seeking out if India has one. Of not check out eatright.com and see if you would be interested in becoming a member to receive the peer-reviewed journal articles. Wishing you the best.

[@wendymorales5695]

Kim, should I start working at a hospital? I'm a first year college student and I really want to get closer to the dietetics feild.... do you think the hospital will help?

[@KimRoseDietitian]

That's a tough Q. It really depends how outgoing you are. Dietitians work in a variety of places: hospitals, nursing homes, grocery stores, etc...which environment would suit you the most?

[@jojothegreatest1]

You're so cool, Kim Rose!

[@omarmakki7025]

ugly: being undermined within the interdisciplinary team

[@mindlessruby]

You're awesome! Quick question... Do you ever feel pressured to eat SUPER healthy in your personal time/life aside from your job? I will be starting college next month(18 years young) and I always wanted to be a nurse but am looking into the nutrition or dietitian profession as a backup...My diet isn't perfect but it's not terrible either.. I eat in moderation and was wondering... well if I do pursue a career as a nutritionist or dietitian, I don't want to have to feel forced to eat SUPER healthy in my personal time..Again, Awesome video and channel overall! :)

[@justmo4706]

Why did you cut out info😣

[@katiegleeson4774]

U should seriously watch forks over knives or read the book prevent and reverse heart disease soooo interesting about a huge study conducted or the book the China study

[@gilbertdinho1710]

Is a trade school a good option to become a dietitian

[@nicholashall3734]

How many male dietitians are there? I'm in my undergrad at Otago and there are barely any male budding dietitians! Is this a global trend?

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Hi Nicholas in my video titled "Pink Collar Profession" I give some current statistics about the percentage of males in the profession. I do not remember off the top of my head, so that video is a good reference. I want to say less that 5% of dietitians in the U.S. are male, but again check out that video for a more precise number.

[@nicholashall3734]

Thanks! Just checked and you said 4% :O

[@UnwillingVegan]

would you study this again, knowing what you know now?

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Yes, I would. The pros outweigh the cons.

[@RH-yr8lt]

Haha the problem with me will honestly be when people try to judge me when they see my food choices

[@MultiSonaljain]

Is 30 too late to start a career in dietitics

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Never. I have colleagues just starting in their 40s and 50s

[@12eveal]

What other jobs are out there besides being a dietitian that are involved in the field of Nutrition/Health?

[@KimRoseDietitian]

I was reading an article today about being a dietitian at a substance abuse clinic; there’s also dietitians in the armed services

[@12eveal]

What about jobs that don't really have anything to do with dietetics but do have something to do with nutrition/health? Are there any of those?

[@KimRoseDietitian]

My mentor was telling me her husbands law firm wanted her to work as their wellness coach. So maybe jobs along those lines is the only thing that pops up on my head right now.

[@chrisgomez8129]

That's funny, when you said that thing about the chips. I'm in dietetics school now and I'm always eating, I'm known as the guy who's always eating because I'm a bodybuilder. One time I decided to drink a Pepsi and an acquaintance said, "what are you doing?! What are you drinking?!" You Made me giggle when you talked about the funny comments.

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Haha that’s funny Christopher. We do get judged a lot. All foods fit into a healthy diet.

[@al.moramerzero2474]

.... most up-to-date research... nah, the old stuff rocks!

[@laykap.g2028]

Do you have to be a special weight to enter the profession of a dietitian

[@KimRoseDietitian]

no dietitians come in all shapes and sizes

[@ainasyafiqah]

Yassss! I dont want to eat in front of my colleagues! They'd be judging me hard!

[@sarahschwantner]

Since you are a vegan is it ever hard to reccomend meat and dairy products to patients? I am a senior in high school and also a vegan and I am going to college to study dietetics. :)

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Hi Sarah, I thought it was going to be hard, but it isn't. You have to meet people where they are.

[@oscarr1899]

love this😎

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Thank you Oscar

[@naomigarcia5666]

Can you talk about what dietitians do in neonatal? Is it possible to record a day in the job showing what you do?

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Hi Naomi this is one area (+ pediatrics)I have never worked in or have experience in. I am so sorry. You can probably go to eatright.org to find out more information

[@markkmacleod]

hi do you know if any dietitians go into journalism/media? I'm really into the arts and writing but I'm also good at science and want to have a stable job. What is your experience in this?

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Hi Mark. I do not have any experience in this particular area, but I can direct you. Check out Jessica Jones. She has a youtube channel (Food Heaven Show). She actually has her undergraduate degree in journalism. Maybe she could be of assistance.

[@ByGraceBeauty]

what do you think of holistic nutrition

[@KimRoseDietitian]

In my opinion, it definitely does have it's place

[@itschels2u484]

Hi! I love your videos i just found your KZbin page last week. Im very interested in going to school for dietitian. I would love to ask you some questions about school and health questions. Do you have an email or a way you can contact me?

[@KimRoseDietitian]

sure do. [e-mail]

[@itschels2u484]

Thanks i will send you an email. Talk to you soon 😊

[@priscyminaj8663]

@@KimRoseDietitian hi

[@mpayero29]

great!

[@Kiah1995]

I'm a student. I hate dietetics.

[@Jessica-zd8gn]

why do you hate it?

[@Kiah1995]

@@Jessica-zd8gn It wasnt for me. the work politics. blatant racism. favoritism. the lack of support. the pandemic of dietitians practicing whilst clearly displaying disordered eating. insensitiveness of dietitians towards mental health issues with patients. i could go on... but lets leave it at that.

[@Jessica-zd8gn]

@@Kiah1995 oh thanks so much for replying!! i have heard some bad aspects of dietetics but not much about that side of it. what do you do now if you don’t mind?

[@queenyborgman5581]

do you have insta?

[@KimRoseDietitian]

Working on that :)

[@queenyborgman5581]

please do, First to follow ;), you show the humanside of the profession xp People are so scared ???

[@KimRoseDietitian]

I have an insta now :) Thanks for the motivation to start it. Find the link on my page

[@RH-yr8lt]

Thank you because I’m a senior in High school and I feel like this is a possibility of being my major

[@Joyinthemorn]

Very useful information. Thanks for sharing