Dietitians as entrepreneurs

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to examine the role of dietitians who work as entrepreneurs.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper uses examination of websites for professional dietitians, relevant literature and discussions with dietitians who work as entrepreneurs.

Findings

Dietitians in the USA are well established as entrepreneurs. The role is also established in the UK. There appear to be increasing opportunities for entrepreneurial dietitians.

Research limitations/implications

This is an examination of existing information in websites and publications, not an original survey.

Practical implications

Dietitians could consider entrepreneurial opportunities as a career.

Social implications

Dietitians have skills that could benefit both individuals and organisations. Offering these by entrepreneurial activities could provide positive benefits.

Originality/value

There appear to be few articles in the UK on entrepreneurial dietetics.

Citation

Blades, M. (2013), "Dietitians as entrepreneurs", Nutrition & Food Science, Vol. 43 No. 4, pp. 339-343. https://doi.org/10.1108/NFS-12-2012-0134