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registered dietitian and nutritionist
Our ideas are shaped by cultural norms.
In the United States,dominant wellness culture centers Anglo-American and Anglo-European foodwaysin relation to healthy eating.
The images of the ideal plate were often of brown rice, grilled chicken, and broccoli.
Subjectively, however, the challenge is that this so-called gold standard plate is based onone particular patternof eating.
In addition, it is an insidious way of placing value on Anglo-American wellness culture.
It always gives me pause when I reflect on these numbers asthey relate to health outcomes.
registered dietitian and nutritionist
There is no straightforward answer.
Many traditional and heritage dishes are based on foods in their whole and minimally-processed form.
And in addition to being nutritious, these foods are familiar and bring pleasure and joy to the table.
Each of these factorsyes, especially joyis a key part of maintaining a well-balanced diet.
Because life is better when its lived deliciously.
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