About this episode

This episode discusses culturally inclusive approaches to nutrition education with insights from pediatricians and dieticians.

Dr. Sandra Hassink is joined by general pediatrician Kimberly Avila Edwards, MD, FAAP and registered dietician Ashley Carter, RD, LDN. Together, they share valuable insights on the significance of respecting diverse food traditions while encouraging balanced and nutritious meals. This episode will explore specific strategies for integrating these concepts into care, as well as ways to involve the entire family in the discussion. Resources: • Watch the Nourish & Flourish webinar series, here (https://tinyurl.com/ya6d2xzr) *(Under "Webinars" > "Nourish & Flourish Webinar Series")) • Sign up for access to the Nourish & Flourish Speaker's Kit, here (https://tinyurl.com/3dtfbb3h) • Explore Heritage Diets - OLDWAYS (https://tinyurl.com/4p8hdfem) • Enjoy Foods from Many Cultures with MyPlate - USDA (https://tinyurl.com/krk6e3v2) • Healthy Plates Around the World (https://tinyurl.com/t4j6sx4f) • MyPlate for All Cultures - Snap4ct (Patient/Family Resource) (https://tinyurl.com/3vbc399x) ​The AAP gratefully acknowledges support for the Nouris​​h & Flourish Speaker's Kit, and this podcast episode, from the National Dairy Council.​​

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Sandra Hassink

Guests: Kimberly Avila Edwards, MD, FAAP, Ashley Carter, RD, LDN

Topics covered

• nutrition education
• cultural food traditions
• family involvement
• pediatric care
• balanced meals
• diversity in nutrition

Keywords

• nutrition
• cultural diversity
• pediatrics
• family nutrition
• healthy eating
• food traditions
• dietitian advice

Sponsors

National Dairy Council

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: AAP, USDA, Snap4ct, OLDWAYS

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