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What does it take to build a career in holistic nutrition? How do you move from holistic nutrition student to confident practitioner? In this episode of the NTI PodTalk, Dr. David Feuz joins Dianne Koehler to break down the essential skills, training, and professional strategies that help emerging nutrition professionals thrive in a rapidly evolving field. Listen in as they discuss career development, industry trends, and the value of rigorous holistic nutrition education.
About Dr. David Feuz:
David is a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition and academic leader committed to advancing integrative and functional nutrition through education, mentorship, and program development. With a background spanning military service, higher education, and private consulting, he brings a unique and well-rounded perspective to supporting the growth of future nutrition professionals.
As Academic Department Chair at Purdue University Global and Director of Nutrition Education at Holistic Consulting, LLC, David has led the development of nationally approved programs that prepare students for board certification, professional practice, and real-world success. He holds the Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS®), Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition® (BCHN®) credentials, and has served as a curriculum developer, instructor, consultant, and subject matter expert for organizations across the U.S.
Before entering the field of nutrition, David served for eight years in the United States Coast Guard, where he led emergency response missions and conducted law enforcement operations.
He is passionate about shaping the future of nutrition education, mentoring emerging professionals, and bridging clinical expertise with real-world application.
Connect with David:
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David and Dianne discuss how to build a career in holistic nutrition:
- 01:07 – David’s background
- 04:15 – The start of Holistic Consulting
- 09:55 – What does holistic nutrition mean?
- 18:07 – Why you should get Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition
- 20:15 – Employment trends for Holistic Nutrition Professionals
- 26:28 – How to advocate for yourself
- 29:08 – Skills you need after you graduated to gain traction
- 42:00 – Cutting through the noise
- 46:00 – What does the future look like for holistic wellness
- 51:27 – What David prioritizes for his health and wellness
- 52:12 – How you can connect with David
More on creating a successful nutrition career:
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Learn more about NTI and our holistic nutrition training!
Offering comprehensive, holistic nutrition courses to help students achieve thriving careers in the field of holistic nutrition and wellness. Start earning your holistic nutrition certification— attend an informational webinar to learn more.
This discussion is not intended to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, nor in any way imply that Nutrition Therapists who graduate from NTI are qualified to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy. The scope of practice for graduates of NTI is to deliver therapeutic nutrition guidance, which helps support their natural biology to achieve optimal function in whatever wellness path they are on.
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