Couple years ago, I was asked to be a part of an organization. I was still a student. I was the youngest person there, but a lot of them were older women, older white women. They were kind of, in a way, a little bit clique-y, I would say. Maybe they just so weren’t awareContinue reading “Confession #2”
Author Archives: Christabel Menezes
Johane Filemon
MS, RDN, CLT My name is Johane Filemon and I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 15 yrs of experience in the field of nutrition. My academic background is in Exercise Science and Dietetics with a master’s degree in Food and Nutrition Science. I started my private practice, Wonderfully Nutritious Solutions, LLC, in 2014Continue reading “Johane Filemon”
Food Insecurity in Canada
Food Insecurity is the inadequate or insecure access to food due to financial constraints. How does it impact us?Food insecurity can cause difficulty managing chronic health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and mood disorders. It can also cause malnutrition (excess or deficiency of nutrients in diet), poor mental health and obesity. Who does it affect?Continue reading “Food Insecurity in Canada”
Reem and Zeinab
BFNSc, ’23 Hello! We are Reem and Zeinab from Of Mint and Rosewater. Reem is currently a second year nutrition student and Zeinab studied biochemistry during her time in university. Reem wanted to share her experience being a Muslim hijab wearing female in a nutrition program in Canada. The nutrition program that I am inContinue reading “Reem and Zeinab”
Food Privilege
Simply put, “food privilege” is the ability to choose between a variety of food options, that people without privilege may not have. Food privilege can appear in different ways. Here are a few forms: Ability to afford nutritious food Ability to afford “organic” or “free range” produce Ability to choose between different diets Access to groceryContinue reading “Food Privilege”
Noura Sheikhalzoor
MSc, RD My name is Noura Sheikhalzoor. I’m originally Syrian born and raised in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. I graduated from the dietetics program from the United Arab Emirates University. I then immigrated to Canada with my family. I have always been interested in cultures (including foods, beliefs, celebrations, and more). I then studied atContinue reading “Noura Sheikhalzoor”
What is Privilege?
As this blog discusses social justice and how it intersects with food, it is important to recognize what privilege is and how we can use it to help others. Privilege is a special right, advantage, or immunity granted or available only to a particular person or group. This can include, but isn’t limited to: RacialContinue reading “What is Privilege?”
Lina Rahouma
BASc, ’20 Hey there! My name is Lina and I’m a recent graduate of the nutrition and food program at Ryerson. Being Egyptian, living in Kuwait and US and studying in Canada, has provided me with a rich cultural background that contributed to my diverse lens and perspective in dietetics. Over the course of theContinue reading “Lina Rahouma”
Historically Black Colleges and Universities
with accredited nutrition programs What is an HBCU?Historically Black colleges and universities were post secondary education institutions that were established prior to 1964, whose principal mission was the education of Black students in a safe, inclusive space. There are 101 HBCUs in America. So which are accredited? Alabama:Alabama A & M University: Bachelor of ScienceContinue reading “Historically Black Colleges and Universities”
Nadina Villacis
BASc, ’22 My name is Nadina Kavita Villacis. I’m a Canadian-Guyanese-Indian woman. I was born in Canada after my parents immigrated from Guyana. My South American origin has always played a large part in my life, especially when it comes to food. I love being a part of so many cultures and mixing them intoContinue reading “Nadina Villacis”
Nutrition Diversified 