It has been stated time and time again that our body is our biggest and most important investment. With everyone leading busier and more active lives, our bodies can easily succumb to stress and strain.

It is the responsibility of nutrition practitioners to help improve the lifestyles of their clients by recommending healthier food intakes and address their health through food and nutrition. Nutritionists are employed in hospitals, nursing care facilities, outpatient service facilities, gyms, health clubs and other centres for healthcare.

Career opportunities include: weight loss consultants and nutritionists. With further study, you could become a dietician or personal trainer. The opportunities can be perused as an employee or as a part of your own private consultancy.

According to government statistics, the health industry is among some of the fastest growing sectors today with strong growth projected into the future.