Hey friends! On this episode of Food Culture Curious we share a rich conversation with Diana Mesa, a bilingual dietitian and diabetes educator. Diana shares her insights on Cuban cultural foods, traditional celebrations, and the challenges faced by the Cuban population regarding food scarcity and health. She also discusses the importance of culturally inclusive nutrition recommendations and how to bridge cultural gaps in healthcare. Listen now!

00:00 Introduction

01:13 Meet Diana Mesa: Bilingual Dietitian and Diabetes Educator

01:52 Exploring Cuban Cultural Foods

04:49 Traditional Cuban Holidays

09:42 Cuban Cultural Health Beliefs

12:08 Nutrition Care Challenges Faced by the Cuban Population

16:07 Focusing on Diabetes and Nutrition

20:04 Advice for Healthcare Professionals

26:10 Success Stories and Final Thoughts

28:33 How to Connect with Diana Mesa

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