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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 LD8 oct 202532 min

<p>Ep 36. Flavor Fusions of Peruvian Cuisine &amp; Cultural Humility in CKD w/Matilde Ladnier MBA RD LD</p><p>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!</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Peruvian Cuisine</p><p>00:24 Welcome to Food Culture Curious</p><p>01:09 Meet Our Guest: Matilda Ladner</p><p>01:52 Staples of Peruvian Diet</p><p>10:03 Peruvian Holiday Foods</p><p>14:33 Cultural Beliefs and Health Remedies</p><p>16:59 Functional Foods for Kidney Health</p><p>18:38 Advice for Healthcare Professionals</p><p>26:55 Resources and Final Thoughts</p><p><br></p><p>Like what you hear? Take a screen shot of this episode and share on social! </p><p>You can find us on Instagram/Tiktok: @foodculturecurious </p><p><br></p><p>You can also support by buying us a cafecito at buymeacoffee.com/foodculturecurious </p><p>Or by following and rating our podcast </p><p>Every click helps!</p><p><br></p>