Translation guide
The scientific study of diet and its effects on health, often in a clinical or professional context.
dietetics (as a field of study)
Referring to the academic or professional discipline concerned with nutrition and diet planning.
The standard term for 'nutrition science' or 'dietetics' as an academic field. It covers the study of nutrients and their effects on the body.
She is majoring in dietetics at university.
A less common term that directly translates to 'dietetics' or 'meal science'. It emphasizes the practical aspects of diet and meal planning.
A dietetics expert suggested a healthy menu.
Literally 'nutritional science', often used interchangeably with 栄養学, but can imply a more research-oriented approach.
Advances in dietetics have led to the development of new dietary therapies.
Referring to the applied work of a dietitian in a hospital or clinical setting.
Specifically 'clinical nutrition' or 'clinical dietetics', focusing on dietary management of diseases.
Knowledge of clinical dietetics is essential for treating diabetic patients.
Refers to 'nutritional guidance' or 'dietary counseling', a key part of dietetics practice.
栄養学 is the most common and widely understood term for dietetics. 食事学 is rarely used and may sound old-fashioned or overly literal. Stick with 栄養学 unless you need to emphasize the practical meal-planning aspect.
to study dietetics
The registered dietitian provided dietetics counseling to the patient.