Chefs and Dietitians Unite

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In the 2010, February issue of Today’s Dietitian, Bryan Roof explains the differences in both chefs and dietitians but sees that they have more in common than they think. The link amongst the two professions is that they each possess what the other lacks. Chefs are trained to appreciate food for its taste and learning how to make their clients happy; they keep up with the latest culinary trends and seasonal foods available to them but typically do not focus on health. Dietitians, on the other hand, have extensive training and academic background about healthful foods, however their cooking experiences lack. Dietitians can determine nutritional content and make suggestions to increase health, while chefs are creative and ingredient driven, they can modify common entrees into healthier and tasteful dishes with the dietitian’s guidance.

The biggest problem between chefs and dietitians is the lack of communication. Uniting together and creating a team is the most beneficial to their clients. If chefs and dietitians come together and do cooking demonstrations for an audience, it would be a great way to merge the knowledge about healthy foods from the dietitian and easy cooking methods from the chef to show a group of individuals that they can cook food that tastes great and is still healthy. Together they can show their clients a visual of appropriate portion sizes, ingredient varieties, and plating techniques for optimal health. Cooking gives dietitians more experience with seasoning foods, increasing flavor and decreased calories. Chefs can be inspired to tap into their inventive minds and create fresh ideas using healthful foods recommended by the dietitians. The duo can focus on non-processed, raw foods and using salt more effectively. Increasing the community's awareness of healthy cooking techniques is an excellent way to instill everyday practices and skills they can take with them.

Roof, B. (2010, February). Perfect pairing — chefs and dietitians unite for healthy, flavorful cuisine. Today’s Dietitian, (12)2, 8.
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