Ep 37. Crossover Episode: Breaking Down Mexican Food Myths w/RD Anna Rios from Healthy Simple Yum
Description
Hey friends! In this awesome crossover episode of Food Culture Curious, we welcome guest Anna Rios, the registered dietitian behind Healthy Simple Yum. We discuss the challenges of integrating cultural foods into healthcare nutrition, addressing common misconceptions from healthcare providers. Listen along as we share personal stories reflecting our journeys in dietetics, highlighting the significance of culturally inclusive dietary care. This conversation underscores the importance of dietitians in providing nuanced, personalized nutrition guidance, especially for Hispanic communities often inundated with inaccurate dietary restrictions. We also touch upon the balancing act required to educate both patients and providers about the true impact of cultural foods on chronic conditions like diabetes and kidney disease. Listen now!
00:00 Introduction
00:37 Welcome to Food Culture Curious
01:22 Guest Introduction: Anna from Healthy Simple Yum
02:56 Anna's Journey to Becoming a Dietitian
06:21 Areli’s Journey in Cultural Nutrition
10:08 Challenges with Cultural Foods in Healthcare
15:44 Addressing Misconceptions and Double Standards
23:42 The Importance of Mental Health in Nutrition
24:47 The Emotional Impact of Dietary Restrictions
26:35 Balancing Nutrition and Medical Advice
31:05 The Role of Dietitians in Patient Care
33:34 Personal Stories and Professional Milestones
40:21 Promoting Plant-Based Diets for Kidney Health
41:05 Where to Find Us and Final Thoughts
Get to know our guest:
Social media:@healthysimpleyum
Podcast: Healthy Simple Mexican Dietitian
Website: www.healthysimpleyum.com
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