Integrative IDEAs in Dietetics

Integrative IDEAs in Dietetics

This podcast is produced by the Committee of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access through the Dietitians in Integrative and Functional Medicine (DIFM) practice group with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Join us to explore a range of whole food therapies and mind body modalities within different settings and cultures, and to celebrate the ways that our diversity in practice and perspective makes us stronger.

Episodes

June 23, 2024 44 mins

Enjoy this episode with Denee Bex, MPH, RD, CDCES, an award-winning registered dietitian and owner of Tumbleweed Nutrition.  

Through Tumbleweed Nutrition, Denee works to celebrate cultural foods, partner with local Native-owned farms, and increase food access in tribal communities. She shares her passion for integrating indigenous foods into healthcare and the importance of building relationships with community partners. Denee als...

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Join us as we welcome Aarthi Pauldass, an IT professional turned registered dietitian and breathwork coach.

Aarthi's holistic approach towards wellness focuses on treating patients through the root cause of their symptoms, one of which is stress management through breathwork. Through this podcast, Arthi introduces us to three distinct breathing techniques for various parts of the day. Listen in and discover how these breathing tech...

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Welcome to an enriching episode of The Integrative Ideas in Nutrition podcast where we delve into the fascinating journey of Amber Alexis; a public health nutritionist and registered dietitian based in Trinidad and Tobago.

Our guest shares personal experiences and memories around traditional Caribbean foodways, shedding light on how regional dishes, ingredients, and cooking styles significantly impact her nutritional counseling.

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Areli Gutierrez is a registered and licensed dietitian who has worked in nutrition and wellness in retail, government, clinical inpatient and outpatient settings. Areli received her Bachelor’s of Science in Nutritional Science from Texas A&M University and her Master’s of Science in Nutrition from Texas Woman’s University. She completed her dietetic internship at Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston.    Currently she...
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Lorena Drago, MS, RD, CDN, CDE, is a registered dietitian, consultant and certified diabetes care and education specialist. In this episode, she discusses how her career developed to fill a void in providing culturally-sensitive nutrition care for Hispanic individuals. 

 

Website: https://lorenadrago.com

Instagram: https:...

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Pamela Malo, MHS, RD, KYT speaks with us about her mind-body approach to nutrition, and provides guidance for creating your own personal professional path. 

Website: https://www.pamelamalo.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northstar_nutrition/?hl=en

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Aminah Ghaffar joins us to discuss the value of indigenous and knowledge-based healing traditions within the Native American community, sharing strategies for how to learn from indigenous knowledge while honoring the human source. 

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Pushpa Soundararajan, RDN, LDN, MBA, AP, CYI discusses how Ayurvedic principles shape her perspectives and practice as a Registered Dietitian. 

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Episode Summary

Sumiya Khan, MS, RD discusses how exposure to a diversity of cultural food practices have shaped her professional viewpoints, provides insight into Sanctuary Kitchen, and speaks to the role of storytelling and sharing meals in creating human connection.  

 

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