Can Personal Trainers Recommend Supplements

Trainers may give clients general dietary advice about calories, protein, fat, and carbohydrates and explain healthy eating behaviors. Similarly, trainers should not recommend supplements to their without an evaluation from a medical professional.

Can certified personal trainers give nutrition advice?

No state laws, so anyone can legally give nutritional advice. No state laws, but there are restrictions as to when you can use titles such as dietitian or nutritionist. Certification is required to provide nutrition advice. Licensure by a state agency is required to act as a personal trainer and nutritionist.

Can I recommend supplements?

Conclusions. Many dietitians, like other health professionals, use dietary supplements regularly as part of their own approach to a healthy diet and lifestyle. They also recommend dietary supplements to their clients or patients, to promote health.