Today we chat with Amaeze Madukah who is a UK-registered clinical nutritionist who believes in a life well nourished (how fitting)! She works with clients to help them build sustainable patterns and help them to find peace in their bodies, while recognising that each individual’s experience is a unique one.
Why is diversity important in Nutrition & Dietetics?
Amaeze Madukah, MSc. RNutr.
Today we chat with Angela Tella who is a registered dietitian, life coach, and author. Although Angela started her journey in Medicine, she recognised that she would be more effective in Nutrition & Dietetics, where food could be a part of medicine.
Why is diversity important in Nutrition & Dietetics?
Angela Tella, RD
I’m very excited to chat with Janea Ifill, a registered nutritionist from Barbados who completed her studies in the Caribbean. I met Janea on LinkedIn last year and have been following her as she’s grown into an entrepreneur and nutrition professional promoting sustainable practices in preventing health conditions within Barbados! I’m over the moon to have a local nutrition professional represented in these features.
Why is diversity important in Nutrition & Dietetics?
Janea Ifill Registered Nutritionist
It is now well-known that being from Black, Asian, Indigenous or other minority ethnic groups can place persons at higher risk of health conditions and outcomes. This is often not an individual choice but, due to poor health literacy, lack of access to healthcare and other aspects systemic racism. So having black representation in healthcare, particularly in Nutrition & Dietetics can be really important for several reasons.
Today we chat with Kim Rose, a registered dietitian nutritionist, and fellow Caribbean queen! She is also a certified Diabetes Educator and Nutrition Support Clinician.
Why is diversity important in Nutrition & Dietetics?
Read More »Diversity in Nutrition & Dietetics featuring Kim RoseWe find out a bit more about Annette Rugyendo, a registered dietitian who works in Food Service within a clinical setting. Annette was super helpful when I initially tweeted about this campaign, and I’ve had a lot of fun chatting with her over the last few weeks. I’m definitely looking forward to keeping in contact with her!
Why is diversity important in Nutrition & Dietetics?
Annette Rugyendo, RD
Johane Filemon is a proud Haitian-American, registered dietitian nutritionist with a wealth of experience in gut health and anti-inflammatory therapies. You guys know how I feel about gut health! So I was more than excited to hear the story of yet another Caribbean gem!
Why is diversity important in Nutrition & Dietetics?
Johane Filemon, RDN
Today we chat with Ashleigh Simpson who is a nutrition master’s student with a passion for early childhood development!
Why is diversity important in Nutrition & Dietetics?
Ashleigh Simpson, BA, MSc Nutrition student
Today we chat with Shola Oladipo, a registered dietitian, doctoral researcher and strong advocate for improving nutrition and lifestyle habits among BAME groups.
Why is diversity important in Nutrition & Dietetics?
Shola Oladipo, RD
Today we chat with Blessing Mushonga, a registered nutritionist working in sports nutrition while also supporting Clinical Nutrition and Weight management. Blessing and I have collaborated in the past on his newsletter about COVID-19 nutrition and the Sports Nutrition Leap programme.
Why is diversity important in Nutrition & Dietetics?
Blessing TF Mushonga, Registered Nutritionist
Today, we chat with Destini Moody a registered dietitian and board certified specialist working in the exciting field of sports and exercise nutrition! Presenting positive role models to (young) Black people is really important for developing diversity in several fields.
Why is diversity important in Nutrition & Dietetics?
Destini Moody, RDN, CSSN