Food Culture Curious

Ep 40. Connecting to our Culture through Food: A Korean-American’s Journey w/Sarah Crulcich MPH RDN LD

On this episode we are joined by award-winning food systems dietitian Sarah Crulcich where she shares about connecting with her Korean-American identity through food, language, music, and traditions. Sarah explains Korean food staples, popular street foods and war-influenced dishes like Korean fried chicken. She discusses how healthcare often stigmatizes cultural foods, and emphasizes nuanced, non-moralizing approaches that support health goals without erasing identity. Sarah also describes Korean food traditions and holidays and how she feels closer to her heritage with every bite. Listen now to learn more! 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 01:20 Reconnecting With Roots 03:00 Korean Food Staples 05:25 Origins of Korean Fried Chicken 08:07 Banchan and Home Cooking 10:22 Cultural Food Stigma in Healthcare 15:54 Korean Holidays and Traditions 19:07 Diversify Dietetics Work 21:11 Gardening and Food Systems 24:07 Thanks Support and Disclaimer Like what you hear? Take a screen shot of this episode and share on social! You can find us on Instagram/Tiktok: @foodculturecurious. You can also support by buying us a cafecito at buymeacoffee.com/foodculturecurious or by following and rating our podcast. Every click helps! Get to know your host: Areli Gutierrez MS RD CSR LD is a board certified kidney dietitian passionate about cultural inclusion in nutrition and health! IG:@latinakidneydietitian www.latinakidneydietitian.com

Ep. 39 Recognizing Eating Disorders in Latino Communities: Cultural Barriers and Breakthroughs w/Ramiro Saavedra MS RD CSR LD

We welcome back to the show Ramiro Saavedra MS, RD, CSR, LD who shares with us incredible insights on eating disorders in the Latino population. He discusses barriers to recognizing eating disorders, risk factors that affect the Latino population, the dangers of social media, and the surprising impact of eating disorders on Latino men. He also provides valuable information on treatment and resources for those wanting to learn more. You’re going to want to hear this one. Listen now! Like what you hear? Take a screen shot of this episode and share on social! You can find us on Instagram/Tiktok: @foodculturecurious. You can also support by buying us a cafecito at buymeacoffee.com/foodculturecurious or by following and rating our podcast. Every click helps! Get to know your host: Areli Gutierrez is a board certified kidney dietitian passionate about cultural inclusion in nutrition and health! IG:@latinakidneydietitian www.latinakidneydietitian.com 00:00 Preview 00:42 Podcast Welcome 01:24 Meet Ramiro 02:41 Why Latinos Are Overlooked 05:02 Family Food Beliefs 07:48 Prevalence and Risk Factors 13:16 Diet Culture in Healthcare 16:31 Research and Screening Gaps 22:09 Case Study Trauma and Bingeing 27:42 Cultural Foods in Recovery 29:26 Stigma and Food Fears 30:16 Weight Management Risks 31:09 Stress and Coping Gaps 32:27 Workaholic Culture Stories 37:23 Social Media Downsides 40:45 Looksmaxing and Machismo 46:36 Culturally Inclusive Treatment 49:00 Relapse Plans and Support 52:06 Resources and Wrap Up

Ep 38. Delving into Argentine Cuisine & Cultural Inclusion in Nutrition Media w/ Gisela Bouvier MBA RDN LDN

Hi friends! On this episode of Food Culture Curious we welcome Gisela Bouvier, an Argentine Media Dietitian and TV host. Gisela shares with us all about Argentine staples, food traditions and cultural health beliefs. Gisela also talks about her positive approach to combating misinformation, as well as her role in championing cultural inclusivity and Spanish nutrition education in the media. Listen now! Like what you hear? Take a screen shot of this episode and share on social! You can find us on Instagram/Tiktok: @foodculturecurious. You can also support by buying us a cafecito at buymeacoffee.com/foodculturecurious or by following and rating our podcast. Every click helps! Get to know our guest: Gisela Bouvier MBA, RDN, LDN www.giselabouvier.com IG: @nourish.con.gisela 00:00 Keep Cultural Foods 00:25 Podcast Welcome 01:03 Meet Gisela Bouvier 11:32 Holiday Traditions 13:35 Cultural Food Health Beliefs 16:22 Cultural Inclusion in the Media 21:17 Kidney Diet Confusion 23:16 How to Work with Gisela 24:36 Support and Disclaimer

Ep 37. Crossover Episode: Breaking Down Mexican Food Myths w/RD Anna Rios from Healthy Simple Yum

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 Like what you hear? Take a screen shot of this episode and share on social! You can find us on Instagram/Tiktok: @foodculturecurious. You can also support by buying us a cafecito at buymeacoffee.com/foodculturecurious or by following and rating our podcast. Every click helps!

Ep 36. Flavor Fusions of Peruvian Cuisine & Cultural Humility in CKD w/Matilde Ladnier MBA RD LD

Ep 36. Flavor Fusions of Peruvian Cuisine & Cultural Humility in CKD w/Matilde Ladnier MBA RD LD Hey everyone! In this episode of Food Culture Curious we’re joined by Matilde Ladner, a bilingual kidney dietitian from Peru. Matilde shares her experiences growing up in Peru and discusses the diverse influences on Peruvian cuisine, including Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, and African contributions. She delves into staple foods, culturally significant dishes, and traditional health beliefs in Peruvian culture. Matilde also offers practical advice for healthcare professionals on working with Latino and CKD populations, emphasizing the importance of cultural inclusivity in nutrition. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the intersection between cultural inclusivity and nutrition. Listen now! 00:00 Introduction to Peruvian Cuisine 00:24 Welcome to Food Culture Curious 01:09 Meet Our Guest: Matilda Ladner 01:52 Staples of Peruvian Diet 10:03 Peruvian Holiday Foods 14:33 Cultural Beliefs and Health Remedies 16:59 Functional Foods for Kidney Health 18:38 Advice for Healthcare Professionals 26:55 Resources and Final Thoughts Like what you hear? Take a screen shot of this episode and share on social! You can find us on Instagram/Tiktok: @foodculturecurious You can also support by buying us a cafecito at buymeacoffee.com/foodculturecurious Or by following and rating our podcast Every click helps!