Do Doctors Understand Nutrition? The Complex Answer
                                
                                
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                                According to numerous studies, many medical school curricula dedicate fewer than 25 hours to nutrition education, leading to significant knowledge gaps among practicing physicians. This disparity raises a critical question for patients: do doctors understand nutrition enough to provide effective dietary counseling?