Today's episode speaks to the heart of our mission of making wellness more inclusive and accessible to all people. Our guest is an unstoppable force in the world of nutrition and food justice. Her work is all about making healthy eating equitable for all communities.
Maya Feller is the founder and lead dietitian at Maya Feller Nutrition, committed to promoting food equity and breaking down barriers to access for underrepresented communities. She shares her approachable, real food-based solutions with millions of people through speaking engagements, writing, social platforms, and as a national nutrition expert on Good Morning America. She serves on the advisory board for SHAPE and Parents and has appeared on the TODAY Show, Tamron Hall, The New York Times, mindbodygreen, and many more.
In this episode, Maya shares the inspiration behind her newest book, Eating from Our Roots: 80+ Healthy Home-Cooked Favorites from Cultures Around the World, where she showcases delicious and nutritious dishes from different cultures and emphasizes the importance of cultural food traditions. She also discusses how she approaches nutrition counseling by focusing on cultural relevance and whole foods. Maya emphasizes the importance of celebrating cultural diversity in food and how it can lead to a healthier and more inclusive approach to wellness. We'll also explore food bias, food access, and much more.
Join us in this episode to learn more about Maya's mission and how we can work towards a more equitable and inclusive approach to nutrition and wellness.
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Producer & Host: Nathalia Novaes @novaesnat
Creative: Livia Paula @cheiadesaudades