Culturally Sensitive Nutrition—Fostering Trust and Understanding in Healthcare (Aliyah Haq, Ep 24)
Aliyah Haq is an experienced registered dietitian with a career spanning 25 years. As the former president of Nutrition First, a prominent public health organization, she spearheaded a nationwide program emphasizing the importance of holistic nutrition education.
In this episode of “Healthcare for Humans,” host Dr. Raj Sundar and guest Aliyah Haq delve into the topic of culturally sensitive nutrition counseling. They stress the importance of building trust and understanding with patients, acknowledging the significance of food in their lives. The speakers share personal stories and experiences, highlighting the power of trust in making a difference in patients’ health. They discuss the different approaches to nutrition advice depending on culture and emphasize the need to tailor recommendations to fit individual food habits and preferences. The episode also explores the challenges and strategies in pediatric nutrition counseling, particularly in addressing childhood obesity. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their cultural food traditions while making positive changes for chronic diseases and promoting health and physical activity in children.
[00:05:01] Conversation, not commands, for effective communication.
[00:06:56] Culture influences food choices, including religious practices.
[00:10:05] Food choice impacts well-being, self-control, and satisfaction.
[00:13:19] Culture impacts portion sizes. Ask about eating habits.
[00:18:10] You control your body; take care.
[00:21:43] Pediatric nutrition strategy: cultural differences and obesity.
[00:27:12] Patient food history guides friendly, rapport-building conversations.
[00:32:05] Trusting dietitians with patients’ health is crucial.
[00:35:12] Challenging situation leads to successful trust-building.
