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The Importance of Registered Dietitians in Medical Weight Loss

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April 30, 2025

Julia Axelbaum, Director of Clinical Nutrition

Julia Axelbaum, Director of Clinical Nutrition at Form Health, explains the extensive process of becoming a Registered Dietitian (RD) and clarifies the key distinctions between a nutritionist and an RD. She emphasizes the critical role of proper nutrition for individuals managing obesity and overweight a component that employers increasingly factor into benefit planning as part of Employer healthcare cost reduction strategies. Watch the video to understand why proper nutrition is vital for anyone on a medical weight loss journey and discover how Form Health provides valuable support.

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