What is a Registered Dietitian (RD)?
In Canada, a Registered Dietitian (RD) is a regulated health professional who provides evidence based nutrition care. Dietitians are licensed and overseen by a provincial regulatory college, similar to pharmacists, nurses, and physicians, which ensures safe, ethical, and accountable practice. To earn the RD credential, dietitians must complete an accredited university degree, more than 1,250 hours of supervised practicum training, and pass the national Canadian Dietetic Registration Examination (CDRE). Unlike the title “nutritionist,” which is only protected in some provinces, “dietitian” is a legally protected title across Canada.
Hi, I’m Aarohi Patel MHSc, RD, CDE, a weight-inclusive dietitian in BC.
I believe nutrition shouldn’t feel rigid; it should work with you, not against you. My goal is to help adults feel empowered, respected, and nourished in their bodies, minds, and cultures. My approach is weight-inclusive, anti-diet, and neurodiversity-affirming, designed especially for people who’ve felt overlooked in mainstream wellness spaces. Together, we’ll take the stress out of food and create a way of eating that feels flexible, sustainable, and maybe even joyful.
