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Dorothy Graham-Charles, ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA Occupation: Nutrition Consultant
Employer: Private Company
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Sports & Wellness Nutrition |Public Health (Epidemiology)
Credentials (licenses and certifications): MSc. Nutrition, Training in Sports Nutrition
Work Experience: Restaurant & Hospital Foodservice Community Nutrition Sports Nutrition Public Health Education & Promotion Private Practice Education/School: University of Technology, Jamaica (U.Tech) University of the West Indies, Mona (UWI) Antigua & Barbuda International Institute of Technology (ABIIT) Antigua State College (ACS) Antigua and Barbuda Institute of Continuing Education (ABICE) Walden University
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: President: Caribbean Association of Nutritionists and Dietitians
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: http://www.internationaldietetics.org/Newsletter/Vol19Issue2/JAPINAD-10th- Anniversary.aspx
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): N/A
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: N/A
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dorothygrahamcharles/ ● Linked-In: https://ag.linkedin.com/in/dorothy-graham-charles
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: Food and nature should be healing.
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Luciana Ambrosi, ARGENTINA Occupation: Registered Dietitian
Employer: Clinica del Valle
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Clinical Registered Dietitian/ Bariatric Nutrition/ Weight Management
Credentials (licenses and certifications): MS in Nutrition and Public Health Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (USA) / Lic. En Nutrition (Argentina)
Work Experience: Management / Clinical / Counseling / Teaching
Education/School: BSc in Nutrition – Simmons College / MS in Nutrition and Public Health- Columbia University
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: ● Member of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetic, since 2007-Present ● Member of IAAND American Dietetic Association Dietitians located abroad since 2009-Present ● Member of Weight Management - WMN Academy of Nutrition and Dietetic Group 2015-Present
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: Speaker for the nutrition module in the "Art of Caring" therapeutic course for caregivers - OSDE Foundation – 2017/2018/2019 Speaker for “Salud y Bienestar de la Mujer” – OSDE Foundation 2018 Contribution of recipes for the published book Meatless Monday International – 2015 Contribution of recipes to the book Food and Cultural Issues for the Culinary, Hospitality, and Nutrition Professions by Sara Edelstein - 2019 Contribution of articles in Create Good Foods. www.creategoodfoods.com. 2015
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): Newspaper: Diario Cronica / Radio: Radio 100.1 / LRa 11 / Radio Cronica Magazine: Dom
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: Contribution of recipes for the published book Meatless Monday International – 2015 Contribution of recipes for the published magazine DOM - 2014/2015 Contribution of articles in Create Good Foods. www.creategoodfoods.com. 2015 Contribution of recipes to the book Food and Cultural Issues for the Culinary, Hospitality, and Nutrition Professions by Sara Edelstein - 2010
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● Social Media: @brillatnutricion (facebook) ● Instagram: brillat.nutricion
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: Drawing on a diverse career in the nutrition field honed over a number of years, I love to translate the science of nutrition to a more familiar understanding whilst applying practical solutions, encouraging healthy eating by promoting behavioral change. International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2020
Kristen MacKenzie-Shalders, AUSTRALIA Occupation: Assistant Professor, Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice Program (Food Service Domain Lead) Employer: Bond University, Gold Coast
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Kristen has consistently worked in a university setting teaching food service dietetics, nutrition science, sports nutrition, nutrition and physical activity and communication. Her research and academic interests include environmental sustainability, food service management, food citizenship and food systems, nutrition education, garden-to-table/paddock-to-plate and applied/behavioural nutrition in service personnel and sports.
Credentials (licenses and certifications): Accredited Practicing Dietitian (Australia), PhD
Work Experience:
Academic:
2014- Bond University current Food Service Domain Lead, Range of subjects including teaching into/supervising Nutrition and Food Science, Food Service Dietetics, Food Service Management Professional Practice Internship, Research Internships, Health Communication, Research manager. 2008- Queensland University of Technology 2014 Range of subjects/roles: Sports Nutrition, Nutrition and Physical Activity, Clinical Educator, Food Studies, Advanced Food Studies, Leadership & Management, Health Education and Behaviour Change. 2008- Southern Cross University 2009 Sports Nutrition NUT00333 (Lecturer and tutor) 2007 Auckland University of Technology 2007 (Fractional Appointment) Sports Performance Nutrition COM510 (Lecturer and tutor) Nutrition & Physical Activity (Lecturer and tutor) 2006 Massey University (Auckland) Advanced Sports Nutrition 151.715 (Lecturer and tutor)
Other: 2008-2014 Queensland Academy of Sport consultant Sports Dietitian 2007-2009 Brisbane Lions AFL club Sports Dietitian 2009-2011 Gold Coast United Football Club Sports Dietitian 2009-2011 Private Practice Dietitian (Gold Coast) 2008 Australian Institute of Sport/ Cricket Centre of Excellence Sports Dietitian 2005-2007 Millennium Institute of Sport & Health, Health and Nutrition consultant 2005-2007 New Zealand Academy of Sport & private practice Sports Dietitian 2006-2008 IAAF consultant Sports Dietitian (New Zealand)
Education/School:
● B App Sci (HMS), Queensland University of Technology ● B Hlth Sci (Nut & Dietetics), Queensland University of Technology ● IOC diploma in Sports Nutrition ● Certificate in Tertiary Teaching ● ISAK Level 3 Anthropometrist accreditation ● Doctor of Philosophy, Queensland University of Technology
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally:
2019 - current Chair and Engagement/Individual responsibility Lead, Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine Sustainability Committee 2018 Sports Dietitian Australia (SDA) Board Committee Member 2018 - 2019 Dietitians Association of Australia Conference Redesign Committee Member 2017 - current Bond University Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, Teaching and Learning Committee Member (Nutrition & Dietetics Representative). 2013 – 2016 Sports Dietitian Australia (SDA) Education Committee advising on the continuing professional development program and conference committee (2015)
-Member of several conference organizing committees.
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: - Semi-Regular interviews conducted by TV and media outlets.
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): • Healthy Food Guide Magazine • Radio Sport
Published books, magazine columns, blogs:
Non-exhaustive list: • (In press) Michelle McLean, Lynne Madden, Janie Maxwell, Patricia Nanya Schwerdtle, Janet Richardson, Judith Singleton, Kristen MacKenzie-Shalders, Georgia Behrens, Nick Cooling, Richard Matthews and Graeme Horton. Planetary health: Educating the current and future health workforce, In Clinical Education for Health Professions: Theory and Practice (Springer). • Emily Shaw, Patricia Schwerdtle, Enrique Barros, Stefi Barna, Lynne Madden, Kristen MacKenzie-Shalders, Judith Singleton, Kate Bazin, Andrea Rother, Georgia Behrens, Arianne Teherani, Moses Ikiugu, Norma Huss, Janucz Janczukowicz, Jonny Groome, Brett Duane, Maca Hourihane and Carmen Alvarez-Nieto. An International Association for Medical Educators (AMEE) Consensus Statement on planetary health and sustainable healthcare education (in press). • MacKenzie-Shalders, K. Imaging Method: Computed tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging. 2018 Best Practice Protocols for Physique Assessment in Sport. Hume, P., Kerr, D. & Ackland, T. (eds.). 1 ed. Singapore: Springer p. 143-153. • Main author ‘Fit Food for Winners cookbook’: 2005 – 2006. 130 page cookbook published by Nestle New • Zealand and the Millennium Institute of Sport & Health. This required extensive consultation with the Nestle New Zealand test kitchen in recipe development, piloting and publishing. • Healthy Food Guide magazine monthly contributor. 2006 - 2007. In addition provide ad hoc articles to Healthy Food Guide and other publications as approached including Fernwood Fitness and Health and Fitness Sports Magazine.
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● Website: https://bond.edu.au/profile/kristen-mackenzie-shalders ● Social Media: Linked in: Kristen MacKenzie-Shalders ● Twitter: @kris_mackenzie ● Instagram: @Dr_kristen_nutrition
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: I adhere to a holistic approach to nutrition that centres around applying behaviour change principles in an individual setting or a systems approach to change more broadly. My personal priority focus is on promoting a planetary health approach to dietetics in which our nutrition recommendations are considered in the context of broader impacts, including environmental impacts. My core focus in practice now has for the most part shifted from sports nutrition to these areas of practice.
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Ana Paula Noronha Barrère, BRAZIL Occupation: Senior Oncology Dietitian and Teacher
Employer: Hospital Israeli Albert Einstein
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Oncology; Nutritional Assessment
Credentials (licenses and certifications): MS in Health Science, RD,
Work Experience: Clinical Dietitian for over 22 year, Researcher, Speaker, Educator
Education/School: Catholic University of Campinas, Brazil.
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles: N/A
Nationally/Internationally: Member of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetic Member of IAAND American Dietetic Association Dietitians Member of Scientific Committee of Brazilian Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (Braspen)
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: Participated in the scientific committee at the III Congress of Nutrition of the Israeli Hospital Albert Einstein (2019).
Participated in the elaboration of a Brazilian guideline on cancer nutrition (manuscript in Portuguese). HORIE, LM; BARRERE, APN ; CASTRO, M.G. ; TOLEDO, D.O. et al. Diretriz BRASPEN de Terapia Nutricional no Paciente com Câncer. BRASPEN Journal, v. 34, p. 2-32, 2019. Participated in the elaboration of a Brazilian guideline on elderly (manuscript in Portuguese). GONÇALVES, T, MIKA, LM; BARRERE, APN; CASTRO, M.G. ; TOLEDO, D.O. et al. Diretriz BRASPEN de Terapia Nutricional no Envelhecimento. BRASPEN Journal, 2019. Published books, magazine columns, blogs:
Original Articles HORIE, LILIAN MIKA ; BARRERE, ANA PAULA NORONHA ; CASTRO, M. G. ; TOLEDO, D. O. et al . Diretriz BRASPEN de Terapia Nutricional no Paciente com Câncer. BRASPEN Journal, v. 34, p. 2-32, 2019. (manuscript in Portuguese about Oncology Nutrition Brazilian Guideline) CENICCOLA, GUILHERME DUPRAT ; CASTRO, MELINA GOUVEIA ; PIOVACARI, SILVIA MARIA FRAGA ; HORIE, LILIAN MIKA ; CORRÊA, FABIANO GIRADE ; BARRERE, ANA PAULA NORONHA ; TOLEDO, DIOGO OLIVEIRA . Current technologies in body composition assessment: advantages and disadvantages. NUTRITION , 2018. GUIMARÃES LOPES, GIOVANNA ; OLIVEIRA, R. G. ; PIOVACARI, SILVIA MARIA FRAGA ; LEUNG, M. C. A. ; TOLEDO, DIOGO OLIVEIRA ; BARRERE, A. P. N. . Narrative Review about Importance of Nutrition on Survivors and in the Prevention of Cancer. REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE ONCOLOGIA CLÍNICA, v. 15, p. 1-8, 2019. TOLEDO, D. O. ; PIOVACARI, S. M. F. ; HORIE, L. M. ; MATOS, L. B. N. ; CASTRO, M. G. ; CENICCOLA, G. D. ; CORREA, F. G. ; GIANCOMASSI, I. W. S.; BARRERE, A. P. N. ; CAMPOS, L. F. ; VEROTTI, C. C. G. ; MATSUBA, C. S. T. ; GONCALVES, R. C. ; FALCAO, H. ; DIB, R. ; LIMA, T. E. C. ; SOUZA, I. A. O. ; GONZALEZ, M. C. ; CORREIA, M. I. D. . Campanha 'Diga não à desnutricão': 11 passos importantes para combater a desnutrição hospitalar. BRASPEN Journal, v. 33, p. 86-100, 2018. (manuscript in Portuguese about malnutrition) TOLEDO, DIOGO OLIVEIRA ; NORONHA BARRÉRE, ANA PAULA ; GUIMARÃES LOPES, GIOVANNA ; DE ASSIS, THAISA ; FRAGA PIOVACARI, SILVIA MARIA . Identification of Sarcopenia Risk in Oncology Outpatients using the SARC-F Method. Journal of Nutritional Health & Food Science, v. 6, p. 1-5, 2018. SILVA, L. C. D. ; BARRERE, A. P. N. ; TOLEDO, D. O. ; PIOVACARI, SILVIA MARIA FRAGA ; BARROS, V. G. ; CASTRO, I. O. R. . Avaliação do estado nutricional e funcionalidade em pacientes idosos oncológicos. BRASPEN Journal, v. 33, p. 418-423, 2018. (manuscript in Portuguese about elderly funcionality) BARRERE, A. P. N.; FREITAS, B. J. ; FIGUEIREDO, E. ; BARONI, R. H. ; PIOVACARI, S. M. F. ; TOLEDO, D. O. . Assessment of body composition by two methods: tomography computed serial imaging and BMI. CRITICAL CARE (LONDON. PRINT) , v. 21, p. 19-19, 2017. BARRERE, A. P. N.; ESCRIVAO, M. A. M. S. ; NOBREGA, F. J. ; PAES, A. T. ; SILVA, O. S. N. . Prevalence of malnutrition and impact of adverse events of radiotherapy in children with cancer. International Journal of Nutrology, v. 4, p. 13-15, 2011. CARDOSO, R. M. ; BARRERE, A. P. N. ; TROVAO, F. C. S. . Os fitoquímicos e seus benefícios na saúde.. Einstein. Educação Continuada em Saúde, v. 7, p. 106-109, 2009. (manuscript in Portuguese about bioactive compounds) BARRERE, A. P. N.; TROVAO, F. C. S. ; CARDOSO, R. M. ; PIOVACARI, S. M. F. . Fitoquímicos e seus benefícios para a saúde. Nutrição Profissional, v. Ano V, p. 8, 2009. (manuscript in Portuguese bioactive compounds) BARRERE, A. P. N.; KAMATA, L. H. . Informações Nutricionais para auxiliar pacientes oncoematológicos a lidarem com efeitos colaterais do tratamento. Prática Hospitalar (Impresso), v. 9, p. 25, 2007. (manuscript in Portuguese about oncology nutrition) VITOLO, M. R. ; GAMA, C. M. ; KONDO, M. R. ; BARRERE, A. P. N. ; NOBREGA, F. J. . Perfil Alimentar de gestantes adolescentes e adultas de baixo nível sócio-econômico. RBM. Revista Brasileira de Medicina (Rio de Janeiro), v. 7, p. 129, 1996 (manuscript in Portuguese) Published / organized books or editions (manuscript in Portuguese) 1. PIOVACARI, SILVIA MARIA FRAGA (Org.) ; BARRERE, A. P. N. (Org.) . Nutrição Clínica na Oncologia - Série Terapia de Suportes na Oncologia: Um Cuidado Centrado no Paciente. 1. ed. São Paulo / Rio de Janeiro: Atheneu, 2019. v. 1. 300p . 2.BARRERE, A. P. N.; PEREIRA, A. (Org.) ; HAMERSCHLAK, N. (Org.) ; PIOVACARI, S. M. F. (Org.) . Guia Nutricional em Oncologia. 1. ed. Rio de Janeiro: Atheneu, 2017. v. 1. 238p . 3.BARRERE, A. P. N.; CARDOSO, R. M. (Org.) ; PIOVACARI, S. M. F. (Org.) . Guia Nutricional em Oncologia: Receitas Saudáveis. 1. ed. Rio de Janeiro: Atheneu, 2017. v. 1. 111p .
Book Chapters (manuscript in Portuguese) BARRERE, A. P. N.; HORIE, L. M. ; NOGUEIRA, P. B. P. ; OLIVEIRA, R. ; PIOVACARI, S. M. F. . Triagem e Avaliação Nutricional. In: Silvia Maria Fraga Piovacari; Diogo Oliveira Toledo; Evandro José de Almeida Figueiredo. (Org.). Equipe Multiprofissional de Terapia Nutricional: EMTN em prática. 1ed.São Paulo: Atheneu, 2017, v. 1, p. 4-482. (manuscript in Portuguese about nutritional assessment) BARRERE, A. P. N.; FREITAS, B. J. ; HORIE, L. M. ; BARBOSA-SILVA, T. G. . Avaliação da Composição Corporal. In: Silvia Maria Fraga Piovacari; Diogo Oliveira Toledo; Evandro José de Almeida Figueiredo. (Org.). Equipe Multiprofissional de Terapia Nutricional: EMTN em prática. 1ed.São Paulo: Atheneu, 2017, v. 1, p. 4-482. (manuscript in Portuguese about body composition) BARRERE, A. P. N.; MARCHINI, J. S. ; OLIVEIRA, R. ; CUNHA, S. F. C. ; PIOVACARI, S. M. F. . Importância da Avaliação e do Acompanhamento Nutricional. In: Ana Paula Noronha Barrére; Andrea Pereira; Nelson Hamerschlak; Silvia Maria Fraga Piovacari. (Org.). Guia Nutricional em Oncologia. 1ed. Rio de Janeiro: Atheneu, 2017, v. 1, p. 41- 64. (manuscript in Portuguese about nutritional assessment) BARRERE, A. P. N.; PEREIRA, A. ; PRADO, C. ; KOCH, L. O. . Composição Corporal em Oncologia. In: Ana Paula Noronha Barrére; Andrea Pereira; Nelson Hamerschlak; Silvia Maria Fraga Piovacari. (Org.). Guia Nutricional Em Oncologia. 1ed.Rio de Janeiro: Atheneu, 2017, v. 1, p. 103-110. (manuscript in Portuguese about body composition) REZENDE, A. C. P. ; BARRERE, A. P. N. ; TODARO, J. ; TANAKA, M. . Cuidados Nutricionais na Quimioterapia e Radioterapia. In: Ana Paula Noronha Barrére; Andrea Pereira; Nelson Hamerschlak; Silvia Maria Fraga Piovacari. (Org.). Guia Nutricional em Oncologia. 1ed.Rio de Janeiro: Atheneu, 2017, v. 1, p. 127-140. (manuscript in Portuguese about oncology nutrition) PEREIRA, A. ; BARRERE, A. P. N. . Suplementos de macro e micronutrientes. In: Otavio Baiocchi; Anita Sachs; Lidiane Pereira Magalhães. (Org.). Aspectos Nutricionais em Oncologia. 1aed.Rio de Janeiro: Atheneu, 2017, v. , p. 3-628. (manuscript in Portuguese about micronutrients) BARRERE, A. P. N.; TANAKA, M. ; SHIRAMIZO, S. C. P. L. ; PIOVACARI, S. M. F. . Nutrição Aplicada ao Paciente em Tratamento quimioterápico, Radioterápico e Pós- Transplante de Células Tronco ? Hematopoiéticas. In: Andrea Bezerra Rodrigues; Lelia Gonçalves Rocha Martin; Márcia Wanderley de Moraes. (Org.). Manuais de Especialização - Oncologia Multiprofissional. 1ed.São Paulo: Manole, 2016, v. 1, p. 1-. (manuscript in Portuguese about oncology nutrition) BARRERE, A. P. N.; BARBAN, J. B. . Neoplasias. In: FERNANDO JOSE DE NOBREGA. (Org.). O que você quer saber sobre nutrição. 2ed.São Paulo: Manole, 2014, v. 1, p. 1-884. (manuscript in Portuguese about oncology nutrition) HAMERSCHLAK, N. RIBEIRO, A. A. F. GUENDELMANN, R. A. K. SANTOS, V. A. SANTOS, O. F. P. CARDOSO, A. P. G. SOARES, A. GIGLIO, A. SANTOS, F. P. S. KERBAUY, F. R. OLIVEIRA, F. N. G. PERINI, G. F. NASCIMENTO SOBRINHO, J. J. KUTNER, J. M. ASSIS, R. A. HELMAN, R. NASCIMENTOS, C. M. D. B. ARMENTANO, D. P. D. ROITBERG, F. S. R. FERNANDES JUNIOR, R ALMEIDA, K. A. S. PONTES, L. B. RODRIGUES, M. BOGNAR, C. L. F. B. CENTRONE, A. F. Y. , et al. ; Conduta Nutricional. In: Miguel Cendoroglo Neto; Nelson Hamerschlak; Andreza Alice Feitosa Ribeiro; Rafael Aliosha Kaliks Guendelmann; Valéria Armentano dos Santos. (Org.). Guia de Protocolos e Medicamento para Tratamento em Oncologia e Hematologia. 1ed.São Paulo: , 2013, v. 1, p. 1-516. BARRERE, A. P. N.; SANTANNA, V. ; CARNAUBA, R. A. ; SOUZA, N. S. ; PASCHOAL, G. A. . Modulação dos distúrbios nutricionais e alimentares durante o tratamento de quimio e radioterapia. In: Valéria Paschoal. (Org.). Nutrição Clínica Funcional - Câncer. 1ed.São Paulo: Valéria Paschoal Editora Ltda, 2012, v. 1, p. 1-552. (manuscript in Portuguese about oncology nutrition) BARRERE, A. P. N.; KAMATA, L. H. . Neoplasias. In: FERNANDO JOSE DE NOBREGA. (Org.). O que você quer saber sobre Nutrição. 1ed.São Paulo: Manole, 2008, v. 1, p. 1-582. (manuscript in Portuguese about oncology nutrition) Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● Instagram: @anabarrere ● Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/ana-paula-barrére-msc-360a6614 ● Twitter: @barrere_ana
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: “Nutrition is the essence of life, the essence of health”.
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Mireille Najm, CANADA Occupation: Chief of Clinical Nutrition Services
Employer: CIUSSS Nord de l’île de Montréal
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Clinical Nutrition Management, Clinical Nutrition, International-global nutrition – multiethnic and cultures food habits
Credentials: (licenses and certifications): Registered Dietitian
Work Experience: Chief of Clinical Nutrition Services at CIUSSS (Centre Intégré Universitaire de Santé et Services Sociaux) du Nord-de l’île de Montréal – Mission hospitalière (2015 to present) Lead and coordinate all the activities nutrition care programs and the entirety of the clinical nutrition team for 3 hospitals in North of Montreal Region: Hôpital Sacré- Coeurde Montréal, Hôpital Fleury , Hôpital Jean-Talon (over 50 registered dietitians and dietetic technicians, all of whom are unionized) http://ciusss- nordmtl.gouv.qc.ca/accueil/
Clinical Dietitian in private practice (2001 to present, evening hours) Provide nutrition counseling and education to patients of all ages, based on each patient’s medical needs, in collaboration with physicians. Typical medical issues I encounter include heart disease, diabetes, gastroenterology, obesity and eating disorders. Chief of Clinical Nutrition Services at Hôpital Sacré-Coeur de Montréal (2007 to 2015) - Lead and coordinate all the activities, nutrition care programs and the entirety of the clinical nutrition team (17 registered dietitians and 13 dietetic technicians, all of whom are unionized) in a major acute care and ultra-specialized multi-location hospital serving over 550 patients (http://hscm.ca). - Provide supervised learning experiences for dietetic interns from Montreal University leading to the successful integration of over 50 stagiaires to date. - Develop and monitor, in collaboration with foodservice manager and staff, procedures for menu selections, meal ticket printing and meal service details. - Develop and provide nutritional education to the hospital staff. - Implement food policy and lead health promotion to all patients, visitors and employees. - Maintain high level of professional development and competency of the staff related to nutrition trends, policy, research and standards of practice.
Alumni of the 2012 Governor General’s Canadian Leadership Conference (http://www.leadershipcanada.ca/) This experience helped me grow as a leader and as an active listener. It gave me tools to create a positive work environment and tricks to better share information while accepting other leaders’ viewpoints graciously.
Clinical Dietitian at Montreal Sacre-Coeur Hospital (2001 – 2007) - Coordinated all phases of nutrition care including nutrition assessment, care planning, monitoring, education and counseling of hospitalized patients and outpatients in a variety of settings. - Provided courses on healthy cooking practices for outpatients. - Research assistant on punctual medical projects in orthopedics surgery and diabetes medication.
Completed two month-long nutrition volunteering missions in West Africa (2001 and 2008) 1) In Benin, with the WHO Collaborating Center on Nutrition Changes and Development - Nutrition counseling and education for endocrinologists at Diabetic Center and National University Hospital. - Educated other registered dietitians and university students on the double burden of malnutrition in Africa. 2) In Burkina Faso, with Montreal University - Helped identify sources of nutriments from impoverished environments. - Promoted red palm oil as a high source of vitamin A to prevent childhood blindness and helped introduce it in their daily school meal.
Senior Auditor for Medina Quality Assurance Services (2001 – 2007) (www.medinaquality.com) - Quality assurance & food safety auditor for international providers of in-flight meals for Air Canada, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Northwest Airlines, British Airways and Japan Airlines. - Insured IATA catering quality assurance and HACCP standards are followed by food providers. - I developed a keen auditor’s eye for quality and safety in food preparation via the proper application of industry standards. I also learned to efficiently manage a heavy workload while meeting critical deadlines as well as the ability to adapt easily to diverse environments and cultures.
Education/School: 2008 MSc in International Nutrition (Director: Dr Helene Delisle) Montreal University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Nutrition
As part of the WHO Collaborating Center on Nutrition Changes and Development, my thesis described the effects that diet, lifestyle and environment have on genetically similar populations once they are relocated to different geographies. 2004 Minor in Communications Montreal University 2001 Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics Montreal University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Nutrition Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: ● Co-chair of Clinical Nutrition Management (CNM) network at Dietitians of Canada (2015 to present) ● Quebec and North East Ontario Captain (Dietitian Brand- Core Leadership Team) at Dietitians of Canada (2016 to present): Identify with other team members across Canada a new Dietitian Brand that works across all areas of practice ● Nutrition Month regional representative at Dietitians of Canada (2014-2015)
Contact Information: ● Email: [email protected] ● LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mireille-najm-msc-rd-01374913 ● Twitter: @Mireille_Najm
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Eleni P. Andreou-Georgaki, CYPRUS Occupation: Clinical Dietitian, Associate Professor of Nutrition/Dietetics
Employer: Self Employed, University of Nicosia
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Clinical Dietetics, Eating Disorder, Renal Dietitian Diabetes, Obesity Nutrition/ Dietetics Coordinator of University of Nicosia
Credentials (licenses and certifications): ● RD (Clinical Dietitian) & LD (Licensed –state dietitian), qualified and protected titles granted by CDR, USA ● Registered/Licensed Dietitian in Cyprus by the Cyprus Registration Board for Food Scientist , Technologists and Dietitians, ● Fellow of The Higher Education Academy
Work Experience:
Coordinator BSc Dietetics and Nutrition, MSc Clinical Dietetics, MSc Sports and Nutrition and Dietetic Intervention, PhD Nutrition and Dietetics
Associate Professor of Nutrition/Dietetics, University of Nicosia
Private Consultant, Clinical Dietitian, Self Employed, Nicosia, Cyprus
Education/School:
BSc “Food & Nutrition Dietetics”(Summa Cum Laude) Youngstown State University, OH, USA
CPD/RD (postgraduate), “Clinical Dietetics”, YSU & CDR, USA (Honored- internship/academic program started from sophomore year)
Doctorate in Professional Studies (DProf), “Clinical Dietetics, Nutrition Sciences and Health Education”, Middlesex University, UK
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: Organization/field Title Cyprus Dietetic and Nutrition Association President (elected position)
Cyprus Registration Board for Food Vice President Scientists/Technologists and Dietitians(position appointed by the Cyprus President/ Ministers Council)
Charity/Educational Board “MAZI” (Eating President Disorder Foundation)
Charity/Educational Board “MAZI” (Eating Vice-President Disorder Foundation)
CySPEN (Cyprus Association of Clinical President Nutrition and Metabolism)
Cyprus Atherosclerosis Association Member of the Board
EFAD (European Federation of Dietetic Associations)/ICDA (International Confederation for Cyprus Dietetic Associations) Representative
American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Active Member
Commission of Dietetic Registration (USA, regulatory/ Active Member registration body)
GrESPEN (Greek Society of Clinical Nutrition and Active Member Metabolism)
National Coordinating Committee for diabetes (position Active Member appointed by Ministry of Health)
Food Council (position appointed by Ministry of Health) Active Member
American Overseas Dietetic Association President (now IAAND)
CR of IAAND for Cyprus
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: n/a
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country):
● Associate of the TV talk show “ A Luggage full of Tasteς” for the nutritional analysis of all the recipes presented(show sponsored by the Cyprus Tourism Organization) ● Editor of the Cyprus Nutrition and Dietetic Association Newsletter (with ISSN no.1450-474X) ● Articles in Local Newspapers and magazine “Life”(collaborator with monthly/ standard page : “Eat This ,Instead of This” and scientific articles , monthly) and magazine “Chrises Sintages” (Gold Recipes) ● Articles in Phileleftheros newspaper (weekly) ● Articles in Politis and Cyprus Weekly newspaper (provision upon request) ● Articles in magazine Kitchen by Akis Petrezikis (ISSN2421-809X) (monthly) ● Collaborator with TV programme “Protoselido” (every other Tuesday)
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: (only past 5 years) Books: Edited(E), Written(W) or Translated(T)/Reports:
● Andreou E., (2019). Η Συμβολή της Διατροφής στις Αρθρίτιδες (The contribution of nutrition to arthritis), Nicosia: Cyprus Dietetic and Nutrition Association. ISBN: 978-9963-9876-7-2 (W) ● Andreou E., Philippou C, Loizou D, Aletrari E, Hadjiluca P (2018). Διατροφικές Προδιαγραφές Προϊόντων Κατάλληλων για Σχολικά Κυλικεία (Nutritional product specifications appropriate for school canteens). Nicosia: Cyprus Ministry of Education. (W/E) (in press) ● Andreou, E. et al (2018) Nutrition and Cancer: Nutrition Guidelines, 3rd edition. Nicosia: Globalprint. ISBN 978-9963-9370-1-1 (W/E) ● Andreou, E. (2018) .Diabetic Exchanges Book for Cyprus and Mediterranean Countries. Nicosia: PIO (W/E/T) ● Andreou E. et al. (2018). Πρακτικός οδηγός διατροφής και άσκησης στα στάδια της ζωής (Practical Guide for nutrition and exercise for all stages of life (evidenced based), 1st edition. Nicosia: Henkel. (W/E) (in press) ● Andreou E. ed. (2016). 9th Cyprus Dietetic and Nutrition Association Conference with CySPEN Participation with theme “Novelties in Nutrition and Dietetics”-Proceedings Book. Nicosia: Global Print ISBN: 978-9963-9876-4-1 (W/E) ● Andreou E. ed., (2014). 8th Cyprus Dietetic and Nutrition Association Conference with International Participation:“Nutrition Findings from Around the Globe”-Proceedings Book. Nicosia: Global Print. ISBN: 978-9963-9876-3-4 (W/T) ● Andreou E (2014). Detoxification now – specialized diets and health nutrition, 2nd edition. Nicosia: Library publications (W) ● Andreou E, Varagiannis P, Papalazarou A, Philippou C, (2013). Practical guide for a contemporary office for a dietitian. Athens: MedNutrition Services Limited. ISBN:978-9963-9871-6-0 (W) ● Andreou E, Philippou C, Andreou M (2013). Morbid obesity- Bariatric Surgery and Nutrition Intervention. Nicosia: Global Print. ISBN 978-9963-9876-1-0 (W/E)
Chapters in Books: ● Emmanuella Magriplis, Eleni Andreou, Antonis Zampelas (2019). Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Abdominal Obesity. In: The Mediterranean Diet: What it is and its Effect on Abdominal Obesity. 2nd ed. Academic Press, p. 281- 296. IBSN: 978-0-12-816093-0. ● Andreou E, Avraam,T, Christofidou M., Kyprianou T, Christofidou M. (2017). Metabolism of Nucleotides & Nutrition Intervention for Gout Patient. In: 20th Intensive Care Unit & Emergency Medicine, p. 704-711. 1st edition.. Athens: "CMYK" Graphic Design Studio ΕΠΕ. ISBN: 978-618-5084-10-3 ● Andreou E. (2015). Cancer and Nutrition. In: Antioxidants in Health and Disease. 1st ed. New York: CRC press Taylor & Francis Group, pp. p. 165-198. ISBN: 978-1-4665-8003-9. ● Andreou, E. (2013). Nutrition and Exercise National Guidelines for Adolescences. In: National Nutritional Guidelines in the Spectrum of Life. . Nicosia: PIO.
Monographs: ● Andreou E. (2018). Εγκυκλοπαίδεια της Διατροφής και Κουζίνας/ Encyclopedia of Nutrition and Healthy Cuisine, 2nd edition, 300 p. (in press -2017-2018)
● Andreou E (2013). Eating Disorders- A contemporary Issue. 2nd Ed. Nicosia: MAZI, ISBN 978-9963-9779-0-1. ● Andreou, E. (1996) Healthy Recipes and Principles of Good Nutrition, Nicosia, Kassoulides Press. ISBN: 9963-8194-0-0. (It is referred as reference point of the 1st book written)
Publications in Refereed International Journals: 1. M. Nikitara, C. Constantinou, E. Andreou, M. Diomidous (2019) “The Role of Nurses and the Facilitators and Barriers in Diabetes Care: A Mixed Methods Systematic Literature Review”. Behavioral Sciences, DOI:10.3390/bs9060061 2. G. Aphamis, P. Stavrinou, E. Andreou, C. Giannaki (2019) “Hydration status, total water intake and subjective feelings of adolescents living in a hot environment, during a typical school day”. International Journal of Adolescnent Medicine and Health, 20180230, ISSN (Online) 2191-0278, DOI: https://doi.org/10.1515/ijamh-2018-0230. 3. Vlahoyiannis A, Aphamis G, Andreou E, Samoutis G, Sakkas G, Giannaki C. (2018) “Effects of High vs. Low Glycemic Index of Post-Exercise Meals on Sleep and exercise Performance: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Counterbalanced Polysomnographic Study”. Nutrients, Volume 10, Issue 11 4. Aristotelous P, Aphamis G, Sakkas GK, Andreou E, Pantzaris M, Kyprianou T, Hadjigeorgiou GM, Manconi M, Giannaki CD. (2018) Effects of controlled dehydration on sleep quality and quantity: a polysomnographic study in healthy young adults. Journal of Sleep Research. Manuscript ID: JOSR-17-353. IMPACT FACTOR: 3.259 5. Ch. Philippou, D. Papandreou , P. Hadjigeorgiou, E. Charidemou., E. Georgaki , C. Andreou , C. Christoforou, R. Kokkinofta, C. Dioghenous, A. Zampelas and E. Andreou (2018). “The association of physical activity to blood cholesterol levels and blood pressure” Clinical Nutrition ESPEN, Volume 24, p. 188-189. 6. Vassilopoulou, E., Christoforou, C., Andreou, E., Heraclides, A (2017). “Effects of food allergy on the dietary habits and intake of primary schools’ Cypriot children”. European Annals of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, 49 (4), pp. 181-185. DOI: 10.23822/EurAnnACI.1764-1489.07 7. E. Andreou, D. Papandreou, P. Hadjigeorgiou, C. Giannaki, G. Aphamis, C. Philippou, C. Christoforou, R. Kokkinofta, C. Dioghenous, C. E. Georgaki, E. Charidemou, A. Zampelas.(2017). “Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity and its correlates in a First Nationwide Study among Cypriot Adults”. Journal of Pancreatic Disorders & Therary, 7(4), p. 41. DOI: 10.4172/2165-7092-C1-008, ISSN: 2165-7092. IMPACT FACTOR: 1.54 8. Papandreou D, Karavetian M., Karabouta Z., Andreou E (2017). “Obese Children with Metablolic Syndrome Have 3 Times Higher Risk to Have Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Compared with Those without Metabolic Syndrome”. International Journal of Endocrinology. IMPACT FACTOR: 2.510 9. Andreou E, Papandreou D, Hajigeorgiou P, Kyriakou K, Avraam T, Chappa G, Kallis P, Lazarou C, Philippou C, Christoforou C, Kokkinofta R, Dioghenous C, Savva S, Kafatos A, Zampelas A (2017). “Type 2 diabetes and its correlates in a first nationwide study among Cypriot adults”. Primary Care Diabetes; 11(2):112- 118. DOI: 10.1016/j.pcd.2017.01.001. IMPACT FACTOR: 1.570 10. Philippou E, Middleton N, Pistos C, Andreou E, Michael Petrou (2016). “ The impact of nutrition education on nutrition knowledge and adherence to the Mediterranean Diet in adolescent competitive swimmers”, Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport. pii: S1440-2440(16)30183-9. DOI:10.1016/j.jsams.2016.08.0232016. IMPACT FACTOR: 3.756 11. Dimitrios Papandreou, Eleni Andreou (2015).“Role of diet on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: An updated narrative review” World Journal of Hepatology, March 27; 7(3): 575-582, ISSN 1948-5182. CITATION INDEX: 14 12. Philippou E, Middleton N, Pistos C, Andreou E, Michael Petrou (2014). The impact of nutrition workshop on Improving Adherence to Mediterranean Diet and Nutrition Knowledge Among. Clinical Nutrition, Vol 33, S369. IMPACT FACTOR: 3.41
Publication in Non-Referred Journals/Newsletter in Cyprus: 1 Andreou E, (2012) “High Protein Diets and their effect to cardiovascular diseases”, The Cyprus Health Journal; 13:10, ISSN 1986-4426 2 Eleni P Andreou& Christiana M Philippou (2009). “The use and effectiveness of behavioural modification techniques in a chieving and maintaining normal weight and fitness – the total lifestyle changes for adults in Cyprus, Scientific Cyprus Dietetic Association Newsletter, Issue 17, ISBN 1450-474Χ 3 Andreou E & Kyriakou K, et al (2009). “Cyprus Dietetic Association Epidemiological Study to Determine the Percentage of Obesity and Overweight in Cyprus and the Dietary/Nutritional Habits of the Cypriot Population”, υψΙΠΕτης July- August 2009, Issue 26 4 AndreouE et al (2008). “Nutritional analysis of Cyprus foods and the digital connection between consumers, health professionals and food industry”, Scientific Cyprus Dietetic Association Newsletter, Issue 14, ISBN 1450-474Χ 5 Andreou Eleni (2008). Initial Results “Obesity problem in Cyprus”. Scientific Cyprus Dietetic Association Newsletter, Summer –Fall 2008, Issue 20, ISBN 1450-474Χ
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● Social Media: f: Dr Eleni P Andreou, Clinical Dietitian ● Twitter: @Andreou9Eleni ● Instagram: eleni_andreou_georgaki ● Linkedln : Eleni P. Andreou,RDN,LF, FHEA, DProf
Personal Nutrition Philosophy:
Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food. – attributed to Hippocrates
International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2020
Victoria Hawk, CZECH REPUBLIC
Occupation: PhD Candidate
Employer: University Affiliation - The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, USA
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Gerontological Nutrition, Health Literacy
Credentials (licenses and certifications): MPH, RD (USA), CDE, CSG
Work Experience: Clinical practice for nearly 15 years with experience in research, teaching, public speaking, and counseling.
Education/School: PhD Candidate in Nutrition – The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, USA MPH in Nutrition and Public Health – The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, USA
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: n/a
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: n/a
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): n/a
Publications: Original Articles: 1. Adaptation of the health literacy universal precautions toolkit for rheumatology and cardiology - applications for pharmacy professionals to improve self- management and outcomes in patients with chronic disease. Callahan LF, Hawk V, Rudd R, Hackney B, Bhandari S, Prizer LP, Bauer TK, Jonas B, Mendys P, DeWalt D. Res Social Adm Pharm. 2013 Sep-Oct;9(5):597-608.
2. Health Literacy Universal Precautions Quick Start Guide: Promoting Health Literacy in your Patient Encounters. Callahan, LF, Hawk V, Hackney B, Bauer T, Broucksou K. Thurston Arthritis Research Center. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. September 2012.
3. Health Literacy Universal Precautions Quick Start Guide: Promoting Health Literacy Throughout your Practice. Callahan, LF, Hawk V, Hackney B, Bauer T, Broucksou K. Thurston Arthritis Research Center. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. September 2012.
4. Health Literacy Universal Precautions Toolkit for Rheumatology. Callahan, LF, et al. Thurston Arthritis Research Center. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. September 2012.
5. Health Literacy Universal Precautions Toolkit for Cardiology. Callahan, LF, et al. Thurston Arthritis Research Center. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. September 2012.
6. Is adherence to weight monitoring or weight-based diuretic self-adjustment associated with fewer heart failure-related emergency department visits or hospitalizations? Jones CD, Holmes GM, Dewalt DA, Erman B, Broucksou K, Hawk V, Cene CW, Wu JR, Pignone M. J Card Fail. 2012 Jul;18(7):576-84.
7. Multisite randomized trial of a single-session versus multisession literacy- sensitive self-care intervention for patients with heart failure. DeWalt DA, Schillinger D, Ruo B, Bibbins-Domingo K, Baker DW, Holmes GM, Weinberger M, Macabasco-O'Connell A, Broucksou K, Hawk V, Grady KL, Erman B, Sueta CA, Chang PP, Cene CW, Wu JR, Jones CD, Pignone M. Circulation. 2012 Jun 12;125(23):2854-62.
8. The effect of progressive, reinforcing telephone education and counseling versus brief educational intervention on knowledge, self-care behaviors and heart failure symptoms. Baker DW, Dewalt DA, Schillinger D, Hawk V, Ruo B, Bibbins- Domingo K, Weinberger M, Macabasco-O'Connell A, Grady KL, Holmes GM, Erman B, Broucksou KA, Pignone M. J Card Fail. 2011 Oct;17(10):789-96.
9. “Teach to goal” theory and design principles of an intervention to improve heart failure self-management skills of patients with low health literacy. Baker DW, DeWalt DA, Schillinger D, Hawk V, Ruo B, Bibbins-Domingo K, Weinberger M, Macabasco-O'Connell A, Pignone M. J Health Commun. 2011;16 Suppl 3:73-88.
10. Relationship between literacy, knowledge, self-care behaviors, and heart failure- related quality of life among patients with heart failure. Macabasco-O'Connell A, DeWalt DA, Broucksou KA, Hawk V, Baker DW, Schillinger D, Ruo B, Bibbins- Domingo K, Holmes GM, Erman B, Weinberger M, Pignone M. J Gen Intern Med. 2011 Sep;26(9):979-86.
11. Developing and testing the health literacy universal precautions toolkit. Dewalt DA, Broucksou KA, Hawk V et al. Nurs Outlook 2011 Mar-Apr 59(2):85-94.
12. Health Literacy and Chronic Kidney Disease: Improving Communication to Enhance Patient Care. Hawk, VH. Renal Link, Spring 2011
13. Health Literacy Universal Precautions Toolkit. DeWalt DA, Callahan LF, Hawk VH, Broucksou KA, Hink A, Rudd R, Brach C. (Prepared by North Carolina Network Consortium, The Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, under Contract No. HHSA290200710014.) AHRQ Publication No. 10-0046-EF) Rockville, MD. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. April 2010.
14. Comparison of a one-time educational intervention to a teach-to-goal educational intervention for self-management of heart failure: design of a randomized controlled trial. DeWalt DA, Broucksou KA, Hawk V, Baker DW, Schillinger D, Ruo B, Bibbins-Domingo K, Holmes M, Weinberger M, Macabasco-O'Connell A, Pignone M. BMC Health Serv Res. 2009 Jun 11;9:99.
15. The Diabetes Literacy and Numeracy Education Toolkit (DLNET): materials to facilitate diabetes education and management in patients with low literacy and numeracy skills. Wolff K, Cavanaugh K, Malone R, Hawk V, Gregory BP, Davis D, Wallston K, Rothman RL. Diabetes Educ. 2009 Mar-Apr;35(2):233-6, 238-41, 244-5.
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: Food Blog: Brno Expat Centre - Food Corner. https://www.brnoexpatcentre.eu/food-corner/ 2019 to present.
Contact Information: Email: [email protected]
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: Enjoy a variety of foods as part of a healthy lifestyle.
International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2020
Gabriela Cucalon, ECUADOR Occupation: Nutritionist, University Professor and Program Coordinator
Employer: Private Practice at Omnihospital, University professor at Polytechnic University, Escuela Superior Politécnica del Litoral, Ecuador
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Clinical Nutrition: Diabetes, Obesity, Cancer, Non dietary nutrition treatment
Credentials (licenses and certifications): MSc degree, Dietitian in Ecuador, Diabetes Educator by IDF, No diet certification (Argentina), Nutritional Coaching level 1 certified (Nutricional Coaching, Spain)
Work Experience: Teaching at university level, Clinical, Counseling, Reviewer for ESPEN journal
Education/School: BSc in Human Nutrition - San Francisco de Quito University, MSc in Nutritional Sciences - Drexel University
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: ● Member of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetic, since 2013-Present ● Member of Clinical Nutrition Management by Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, since 2015 – Present ● Member of Behavioral Health Nutrition by Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, since 2020 – Present ● Member of IAAND American Dietetic Association Dietitians located abroad since 2015-Present ● Member of European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism ESPEN, since 2016 Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: ● Nday in Ecuador Poster accepted for ESPEN 2020 ● Participation at Nutricionist Jornadas NUBE with the subject Diabesity in times of COVID-19 ● Contributions for Diario el Universo on probiotics and prebiotics ● Intermitent fasting for Sintonizados Program at Elite Radio ● Healthy Lifestyle for COVI-19 for Sintonizados Program at Radio Elite
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): Newspaper: El Universo, El Expresso Radio: Teleradio, Radiocentro and Elite Magazine
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: ● Contributions for magazines on probiotics and prebiotics
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● Website: www.gabrielacucalon.com ● Social Media: @gabrielacucalonnutricionista (Facebook) ● LinkedIn: Gabriela Cucalon ● Instagram: @gcucalonnutricionista
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: It is possible to attain your goals without falling into a chronic diet, we must leave behind starvation diets. You can eat everything: the key is to measure the portions, adopt a healthy lifestyle and work towards your emotions. We are beautiful at every size! International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2020
Ivy Frimpong, GHANA Occupation: Dietitian.
Employer: Ministry of Defense, 37 Military Hospital.
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Clinical Dietetics, specialized in Nutritional Management of Diabetes.
Credentials (licenses and certifications): BSc Home Science, MPhil Dietetics, Registered Dietitian.
Work Experience: 2002-2007 Nutrition Officer 37 Military Hospital, 2007-present Dietitian 37 Military Hospital
Education/School: University of Ghana
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: IAAND CR for Ghana.
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: Vodafone Healthline aired on TV3, GhOne & Adom Tv stations
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country):
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: None
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● Facebook: Ivy Priscilla Frimpong ● Instagram: ivypriscillafrimpong
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: There is a saying that “Food is medicine and medicine is food”. Therefore, I aim to educate Ghanaians on the importance of healthy eating and a healthy lifestyle in order to prevent chronic diseases.
International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2020
Ivi Papaioannou, Greece
Occupation: Digital Specialist çNutrition Expert
Employer: Nutricia Specialized Nutrition, Danone Group
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Business Management, Digital Marketing, Nutrition Education, Content Writing
Credentials (licenses and certifications): MS, RDN, MB
Work Experience: Experience in Business Nutricia Advanced Medical Nutrition, Athens, GREECE CRM & Digital Specialist (January 2019- Present) Nutrition Advisor, Sales Department (September 2017- December 2018) Power Health Hellas, Athens, GREECE Corporate Dietitian, Scientific Department (September 2014- September 2017) Food Supplement Advisor, Scientific Department (March 2014- September 2014)) Experience in Clinical Positions Quincy Medical Center, Quincy, MA, USA (January 2013- July 2013) Metaxa Cancer Hospital, Athens, GREECE (June 2012- July 2012) Joslin Diabetes Center, Boston, MA, USA (January 2012- May 2012)
Education:
- MBA, Hons ALBA Graduate Business School, GREECE (Sept 2016- July 2018) - MS in Nutrition Boston University, Sargent College, USA (Sept 2010- Sept 2013) - BSc in Food Science & Technology Agricultural University of Athens, Dept. Of Food Science & Human Nutrition, GREECE (Sept 2004- Nov 2009)
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: - Member of the Hellenic Dietetic Association - Member of the Public Health Professional Group, Hellenic Dietetic Association
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.:
Power Health’s You Tube Channel for the Vitamins Academy Project. Click Here
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country):
Nutrition Expert for Nutricia Specialized Nutrition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vNt68UcUKpA&list=PLX-F0grR5eXg9z6S__vNrlv- KSkJDaEfH&index=7&ab_channel=NutriciaClubGreece
Spokesperson for Power Health Hellas SA: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVinqylhk8InM0WyG6RoLwvA4AauKZqgd https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zO3UAOgo8k&list=PLVinqylhk8IkUryW- EbylE6qbtdg25wg6&index=24&ab_channel=PowerHealthHellas
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: - Personal Blog Nutrition Vibes - Nutrition Editor for www.healthview.gr
Contact Information: - Email: [email protected] - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivi-papaioannou/
Personal Nutrition Philosophy:
Food is pleasure, nutrition is balance and nutritious food is synonymous with wellbeing. It is my passion for conscious nutrition choices and positive lifestyle changes that I want to spread through blogging, innovative consumer education and ethical business decisions.
International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2020
Andrea P. Guzmán, Guatemala
Occupation: Licensed Nutritionist
Employer: Proyecto CAN Culinaria, Agricultura, Nutrición
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Nutrition Community
Credentials (licenses and certifications): LN
Work Experience: Nutrition Program Manager and Researcher at Maya Health Alliance, Nutrition Consultant at Miracles in Action and Co-founder of Proyecto CAN (Culinaria, Agricultura, Nutrición)
Education/School: BS in Nutrition from Del Valle University of Guatemala
Academy (or other professional group): Association of Nutritionists of Guatemala Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: n/a
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.:
Webinar with Hunger and Environmental Nutrition (HEN) from Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics 2019
Speaker at the 5th International Conference of Guatemala Scholars Network 2019
Speaker at the Nutrition National Conference of Guatemala 2019
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): Internet, TV and Prensa Libre
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: Improving Young Child Nutrition in a Highly Stunted Rural Community: A Practical Case Study from Guatemala. Published on The Handbook of Famine, Starvation, and Nutrient Deprivation on Springer Editorial UK. 2018.
2nd runner up of the 2018´s Wimpfheimer-Guggenheim Award for International Exchange in Nutrition, Dietetics and Management essay award.
Contact Information: · Email: [email protected] · Instagram: andreaabril4
Personal Nutrition Philosophy:
I´m a Guatemalan dietitian graduated from Del Valle University of Guatemala (UVG). I have experience working on implementation, monitoring and evaluation of nutritional interventions to prevent and treat chronic malnutrition/stunting at community level. I´m passionate about community nutrition, reduction of chronic malnutrition, agriculture and native greens and collaboration between organizations through trainings, sharing of information, and skill building through Proyecto CAN (Culinaria, Agricultura y Nutrición). International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2020
Ching Man Macy Chow, HONG KONG (Co-CR) Occupation: Diabetes Prevention Program Coordinator, Adjunct instructor, Private Practice Dietitian
Employer: Blue Mesa Health, Hong Kong Medical Consultants, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Weight Management, Diabetes, GI disorder, Pediatric Nutrition
Credentials (licenses and certifications): Registered Dietitian (USA)
Work Experience: ● Dietitian-In-Charge at Evangel Hospital (Hong Kong) ● Clinical Dietitian at Princess Margaret Hospital (Hong Kong) ● Registered Dietitian/Adjunct Instructor at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (Hong Kong) ● Nutrition Specialist at Harlem’s Children’s Zone (New York)
Education/School: ● New York University – Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics ● The University of Hong Kong – Master of Public Health
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: ● Student Representative, Council Member, Executive Committee Co-chair of the Hong Kong University Public Health Alumni Society ● Co-country representative of IAAND
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: ● Cable TV’s ”至fit男女” episode on “Diabetes Prevention Program” ● TVB’s Vital Lifeline’s episode on “Central Obesity”
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): ● Regular columnist on Tai Kung Po ● AM 730 ● Ufood Lifestyle ● Next Plus Magazine ● Oriental Daily Newspaper
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: ● An Analysis of Technology-Related Distracted Biking Behaviours and Helmet Use Among Cyclists in New York City (published in Journal of Community Health in 2015)
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bunnysappetite/
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: “Balance is the key to life.” International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2020
Wai Kei Michelle Lee, HONG KONG (Co-CR) Occupation: Registered Dietitian
Employer: Nestle, Hong Kong
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Infant Nutrition, Clinical Dietetics, Supplement / Food Product development
Credentials (licenses and certifications): Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (USA) Accredited Dietitian (Hong Kong)
Work Experience: ● Education and Training Supervisor, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (USA) at Life Nutrition International Company Limited ● Registered Dietitian Nutritionist at The Dairy Farm Company Limited, Mannings, Hong Kong ● Dietetics Intern Loma Linda University (with Medical Center), Los Angeles , USA
Education/School: ● Post-Natal Infant and Mother Care Provider (HK) ● ISO 9001 Certification (HK) ● Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (USA) ● Accredited Dietitian (HK) ● HACCP certification ● Coordinated Program in Loma Linda University , California , USA ● Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona ● Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration in Consumer Science at El Camino College, Torrance, USA
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: ● Co-country representative of IAAND
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: ● TVB HK Program Pearl Dolce vita episode on “Community Health Program” ● TVB’s HK ‘s Health Program Episode on “Healthy Tips”
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): ● Newspaper: South China Morning Post ● Newspaper: The Standard ● Newspaper: MingPao ● Newspaper: Oriental Daily ● Next Plus Magazine ● Health Action Magazine
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: ● Infant Nutrition Tips on AM730 newspaper, Metro Daily newspaper, Headline newspaper of Hong Kong ● Article on Infant Nutrition, partner with MeadJohnson Booklet ● Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui (The Hong Kong Anglican Church) Elderly Caring Book on Nutrition Tips ● Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Anniversary Book article on Elderly Nutrition
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected]
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: “Stay Healthy, Be Happy!”
International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2020
Rupal Shah, INDIA Occupation: Consultant Dietitian and Diabetes Educator Employer: Self employed, Eat Right With Rupal
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Intensive Care Unit Nutrition Support, Weight management, Cardiac & Gut health
Credentials (licenses and certifications): MSc, CDE
Masters degree in Foods, Nutrition & Dietetics from Mumbai, India. Certified Diabetes Educator. Qualified National Eligibility Test for lectureship. Certified Tobacco, Smoking & Alcohol De-Addiction medicine practitioner.
Work Experience: Experienced in handling hospitalized patients (Diabetes, Stroke, Enteral & Parenteral Nutrition, COPD, Renal Nutrition, Auto-Immunity, Gastro, Hepatic patients) to helping clients lose fat or gain muscles in fitness center.
Education/School: MSc – Mumbai University, India Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: ● Country Representative Chair Elect - International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics ● Country Representative - India, International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics ● Global Liaison - Indians in Nutrition & Dietetics, Members Interest Group ● Member of Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, USA ● Member, Asian Indians In Nutrition & Dietetics AIND ● Life member of Indian Dietetics Association ● Member, International Confederation of Dietetics Association ● Member, Asian Federation of Dietetic Association
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: ● “Physical activity & health status of Bank Employees in Mumbai” - published in journal RESEARCH IMPRINTS 2012-2013 issue ● Poster Presentation "Dietary habits of Bank Employees in Mumbai" Indian Dietetic Association Conference, September 2016
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● Website: www.eatrightwithrupal.com ● Facebook: Eat Right With Rupal ● Twitter: eatrightwithrup ● Instagram: Eat Right With Rupal
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: "Eating is an art that needs practice. Once it's a habit it never leaves you.
International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2020
Ahmed Chaloob Saddam, IRAQ Occupation: PhD Candidate at Mississippi State University
Employer: Graduate Teaching Assistant at MSU
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Nutrition, Genetics, Food Science, and Biotechnology
Credentials: (licenses and certifications): MSc and AAAI & ISMA
Work Experience: I have worked as a research nutritionist and education at University of Baghdad.
Education/School: M.Sc. in Human Nutrition at University of Baghdad B.Sc. in Food Science and Biotechnology at University of Baghdad
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: ❖ American Society for Nutrition (ASN), USA. 2018-present. ❖ Young Professionals Network in Chicago/ Council’s annual Global Food & Security Report, Washington, DC, USA. 2018-present. ❖ Institute of Food Technology (IFT), USA. 2015. ❖ Study and recording of medicinal herbs, Ministry of Health, Iraq. 2012-2013.
Recent and/or Major Media Experience (TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.) ❖ Next Generation Delegate for the Chicago Council on Global Affairs’ Global Food Security Symposium. Washington, DC. (Iraq and Middle East)
Books:
❖ Nutrition. (2013). Third level- applied arts, General Directorate of Vocational Education, Ministry of Education, The Republic of Iraq. ❖ Nutrition. (2012). Second level- applied arts, General Directorate of Vocational Education, Ministry of Education, The Republic of Iraq. ❖ Nutrition. (2011). First level- applied arts, General Directorate of Vocational Education, Ministry of Education, The Republic of Iraq.
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected]
Personal Nutrition Philosophy المعدة بيت الداء والحمية رأس كل دواء
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Abigail Navarro Herzl, ISRAEL
Occupation: Lecturer and Private consultant
Employer: Ariel University, Founder Mibeten U’mileida
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Nutrition during the first thousand days, fetal programming, maternal, perinatal and pediatric nutrition, breastfeeding, complementary feeding, meal presentation and digital imaging
Credentials (licenses and certifications): RD, MSc, PhD, NLP Master, Lactation counselor
Work Experience: Since the beginning of my career I worked at the National Institute of Perinatology in Mexico City, after coming to Israel I engaged in several projects in nutrition working under the supervision of Rebecca Goldsmith, Dr. Aliza Stark, Ruth Moshe , Prof. Niva Shapira, Prof. Pierre Singer, Prof. Raanan Shamir, Prof. Mona Boaz, Prof. Ruth Birk, Dr. Gina Weisman. It is then on 2015 when I started to be TA and since last year I became a faculty member of the Department of Nutritional Sciences at Ariel University. I have led, supervised, managed and guided health professionals as well as students in nutrition.
Education/School: BSc degree in Nutrition and Food Technology at Universidad Iberoamericana, Mexico City, Mexico 2002-2007, MSc degree in Nutritional Sciences Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel 2008-2010, Tel Aviv University 2012-2014, PhD degree Doctor of Philosophy in Ariel University 2015-2019.
NLP Master Practitioner by NLP Plus Center and Lactation Counselor Certification by Wingate Institute
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: Secretary/Treasurer of the International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (IAAND), Country Representative of Israel (IAAND)
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: NA
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): NA
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=snRR0ooAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao
Contact Information: · Email: [email protected] · Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbitaNavarro · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abigail_navarro_herzl/?hl=en
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: “A child is born full of unlimited potential” I help mothers to achieve self- confidence and inner peace in the healthy development and growth of their children through a healthy diet, feeding the body as well of the soul.
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Marta Rahm, ITALY Occupation: Media Specialist – Sustainability Coordinator
Employer: American Overseas School of Rome, Italy; Self-employed private nutrition consultation practice since 2003.
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Sustainability, Mediterranean Diet
Credentials (licenses and certifications): RD license renewed till 2023
Work Experience: RD Parkland Hospital, Dallas Texas; Nutrition Professor, Syracuse University, Florence; Food Gardens and Sustainability Coordinator, Rome.
Education/School: Mansfield University of Pennsylvania . Mansfield, PA, USA Master in Education
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Dallas, TX, USA BS Clinical Nutrition Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist. Registered through 2023
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: CR Italy for IAAND since 2003
Contact Information: ● Email: [email protected]
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: I believe in the importance of Food, Gardens and Sustainability, also called Edible Education, as a vital part of any school program from pre-K to Universities. Academic integration of edible education and sustainability themes in the school’s curricula is vital as are other disciplines such as Math and Language Arts. Interacting and engaging lessons related to food and environmental issues will increase awareness of our future leaders and encourage them to create a fair and good society where food and health are at the forefront.
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Reiko Hashimoto, JAPAN Occupation: Registered Dietitian
Employer: Food Connection Inc.
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Sports Nutrition, Consulting food industry, Speaker
Credentials (licenses and certifications): Registered Dietitian (Japan), JASA Sports Dietitian (Japan Sports Association)
Work Experience: J League Soccer, Top League Rugby, Rugby World Cup 2019 , Food Connection Inc., Managing Director
Education/School: Diploma in Postsecondary Course Nutrition (Japan), Futaba Nutrition College, World Language and Literatures, Lewis & Clark College (USA), March 2016 – April 2018.
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: Councilor of Japan Sports Nutrition Association, Past Vice chairperson of Japan Dietetic Association 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games supporting committee.
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.:
Radio: BayFM78, Information about Sports nutrition for Junior athletes TV: Fuji Television Network, Supervising winning recipes for Junior athletes 2008 - 2016. Magazine: one-year-long article series for “Eiyo to Ryori”(Nutrition and Cooking) focusing on activities of sports dietitians around the world.
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country):
Newspapers: Nikkei, Yomiuri, Asahi Magazines: Golf Digest, Nutrition and Cuisine, Travel Journal, Sporty Life Websites: Nisshin Oillio Group. Ltd https://www.nisshin- oillio.com/sports/eiyou/index.html, THE ANSWER https://the-ans.jp/specialist/reiko-hashimoto/
Published books, magazine columns, blogs:
Winning Recipes for Junior Athletes, BASEBALL MAGAZINE SHA Co., 2019 Winning Recipes for Top Athletes, Seibido Publishing, 2009 Translated Nancy Clark’s Sports Nutrition Guidebook, Kagawa University Publishing, 1998 Translated Entrepreneurial Nutritionist by Kathy King, Kenpakusha, 1997
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● Website: https://food-connection.jp/ ● Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/foodconnection.jp
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: Working as a consultant specialized in sports and nutrition over twenty-five years and dealing with the top athletes who challenge their limits both physically and mentally, I have had many opportunities to realize the significance of diet and nutrition for everyone’s life.
By making the most of my experience, I would like to provide nutritional support to the people of all ages, from children to elderly. My basic principle is to provide practical information and easy to make recipes to support people change their dietary habits.
Moreover, I would like to send out the information to the world about the traditional Japanese cuisine prepared with seasonal ingredients, and the charms and advantages of the balanced Japanese diet.
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Dana Mughrabi, JORDAN
Occupation: Clinical Dietitian
Employer: Private Practice
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Clinical Nutrition, Sports Nutrition, Community Nutrition, Foodservice management, Nutrition and Cooking classes
Credentials (licenses and certifications): Professional Dietitian
Work Experience: Istiklal Hospital, Arab Medical Center, Oxfam-Qc, Media (TV & Radio)
Education/School: BS. Sc. Nutritional Sciences, Dietetics, McGill University -Montreal, Canada
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: Trainer, Moderator and Mentor
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: n/a
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): - TV (Jordan TV, Roya TV, Almamlaka TV), - Magazine (Family Flavors, Living Well), - Newspapers (Al-Rai, Alghad)
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: n/a
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● Facebook/Instagram: @dietitiandanamughrabi ● Twitter: Dana Mughrabi Dietitian
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: It’s about having a healthy lifestyle, not having your life revolve around a diet.
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Mona Aldosari, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
Occupation: Clinical Dietitian Specialist
Employer: King Saud University Medical City (KSUMC)
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Pediatric clinical Nutrition - Renal Clinical Nutrition - Liver Clinical Nutrition - Critical Care clinical Nutrition - Research & Health informatics. - Quality Management
Credentials (licenses and certifications): Professional Classification Certificate as a Clinical Dietician from Saudi Council for Health Specialties.
Work Experience: Clinical Dietician, King Khalid University Hospital, KSUMC, Riyadh. (started on 2005 until current)
Education/School: - Masteral Degree of Applied Medical Sciences in the field of Clinical Nutrition, 2018. - Bachelor Degree of Applied Medical Sciences in the field of Community Health- Nutrition from King Saud University. - A Certificate of Completion One-Year Internship in Clinical Nutrition, KSU.
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: Nationally: - Member of the Advisory comity in the department of community Health Science, College of applied medical Science 2015-2018 - Member of Hospital Quality at King Khalid Hospital, from 2015 and ongoing - Team Leader in Quality Clinical Nutrition 2015-2018, ongoing. - Team Leader in Clinical Practice Guidelines for Clinical Nutrition Department 2018, ongoing.
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: N/A
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): N/A
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: Research Publication - Abulmeaty, M.M., Almajwal, A.M., Almadani, N.K., Aldosari, M.S., Alnajim, A.A., Ali, S.B., Hassan, H.M. and Elkatawy, H.A., 2017. Anthropometric and central obesity indices as predictors of long-term cardiometabolic risk among Saudi young and middle- aged men and women. Saudi medical journal, 38(4), p.372. - Aldosari, M.S., BaHammam, A.S., Olaish, A.H., Nashwan, S.Z. and Abulmeaty, M.M.A., 2018. The effect of caffeine on patients with narcolepsy, in King Khalid Hospital, King Saud University Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Clinical Nutrition, 37, p.S208. - Abulmeaty, M.M.A., Almajwal, A.M., BaHammam, A.S. and Aldosari, M.S., 2018. Body composition, resting metabolic rate, and respiratory quotient in patients with narcolepsy vs BMI-matched controls. Clinical Nutrition, 37, p.S228. - Abulmeaty, M.M.A., Almajwal, A.M., Ali, S.B., Almadani, N., Aldosari, M., Hassan, H.M. and Alnajim, A.A., 2016. MON-P206: Prediction of Long-Term Cardiovascular Risk by Central Obesity Indices Among Fertile Women. Clinical Nutrition, 35, p.S229
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● Website: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Mona_Al_Dosari ● Twitter: @monacdietitian ● Instagram: @monacdietitian
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: "الغذاء أساس الحياة والصحة"
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Rafika Al Ghrawi, LEBANON
Occupation: Clinical Manager
Employer: Nutrition and Diet Center
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Clinical Nutrition, food safety, and foodservice management
Credentials: (licenses and certifications): Completed and passed the American Registered Dietitian exam and is a Registered Dietitian in the United States of America Lebanese Colloquim exam and is a Licensed Dietitian in Lebanon Level 2 Training on Food Safety from Boecker completed on March, 2016 Women Infants Children (WIC) Modules
Work Experience: Clinical Manager -Nutrition and Diet Center September 2016-current ● Assessing and counseling patients and providing them with adequate medical nutritional therapy ● Developing nutritional recommendations based on scientific guidelines as a consultancy for schools, public institutions, and consulting firms such as International College School and Booz Allen Hamilton ● Coordinating with universities and supervising interns ● Creating and implementing education programs in community settings ● Conducting seminars on nutrition topics on an academic level ● Hosting a weekly radio show episode live about nutrition and health ● Quality Control officer- Nutrition and Diet Center May 2015- August 2016 ● Maintained the Quality Platinum Award for food safety ● Developed and implemented food safety standards through policies ● Addressed facility management issues by contacting adequate personnel on issues and performing follow up reports ● Documented and organized food safety related records ● Developed and implemented food safety training for employees
Education/School: American University of Beirut (AUB) September 2011- May 2015 Faculty of Agriculture and Food Sciences Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics- Coordinated program Lebanese Baccalaureate – Life sciences graduated with distinction
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: ● Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) ● Member of the Lebanese Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (LAND)
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc. N/A
Contact Information: ● Email: [email protected] ● Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RafikaAlGhrawi ● Instagram: rafikaghraw
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: “Let your food be your medicine”- Hippocrates
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Siew-Lan Ng, MALAYSIA
Occupation: Director of Starlight Postnatal care center
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Weight management, Child nutrition, Pre- & Post- natal nutrition, Lactation management
Credentials (licenses and certifications): MS, RDN, Malaysia Lactation Counselor
Work Experience: Clinical, Community, Business
Education/School: Texas Women’s University (Master of Science in Food Systems Administration) National University of Malaysia (Bachelor of Science in Nutrition) Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: Member of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetic Member of IAAND American Dietetic Association Dietitians Member of Malaysian Dietitians’ Association
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): Interview for Singapore Lianhe Zaobao, 23 September 2019. Interview for Diet Link, MDA publication, https://dietitians.org.my/sites/default/files/webmaster/Newsletter- DietLink/DietLink2019_Issue%204.pdf
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: Benefits, Challenges and Strategies of Implementing a Farm-To-Cafeteria Program in College and University Foodservice Operations. Journal of Foodservice Management & Education, Volume 4, Number 1, Pages 22-27. 2010.
Cookbooks: A Dietitian’s Recommendations: Eating Well During Pregnancy Tasty Dishes for Diabetes
Contact Information:
• Email: [email protected] • Social Media: @jhendietitian (Facebook) • Instagram: jhenngqz
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: I believe in simple and sustainable meals that could fuel our bodies with nutritious elements. Family meals are always the most direct way to provide nutrition and to show my passion for cooking. I love to eat!
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Sanele Nkomani, MALAWI Occupation: Supervising dietitian
Employer: Tufts University
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Clinical nutrition: diabetes mellitus and critical care nutrition Credentials (licenses and certifications): Registered dietitian in Zimbabwe by the Allied Health Practitioners Council of Zimbabwe Registered dietitian in Malawi by the Malawi Medical Council
Work Experience: My career spans eight years working in various clinical settings including public and private health care in Malawi, Zimbabwe and South Africa. My career has focused on developing clinical nutrition practice in developing countries. I have taken lead roles in the development of credentialing requirements, standards of practice and education for registered dietitians in Zimbabwe and Malawi. I also have significant experience in developing clinical dietetics curricula, competencies and protocols for the nutritional management of critically ill patients.
I am currently responsible for the implementation of a post graduate diploma in clinical dietetics, which includes teaching graduate classes in medical nutrition therapy and mentoring students during clinical internships.
Education/School:
INSTITUTION DEGREE YEARS
STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY, SOUTH MSC NUTRITION 2016
AFRICA BSC HONOURS DIETETICS 2012
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: - Volunteer of International Projects committee of IAAND - Vice President of Dietetic Association of Zimbabwe (DAZ)
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: N/A
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): N/A
Academic publications and abstracts accepted to scientific journals and conferences:
- Mudzingwa S, Nkomani S. Determining the HIV status and health seeking behaviors of caregivers of children enrolled in the ARROW study in Harare, Zimbabwe. Poster session presented at the 18th International Conference on AIDS and sexually transmitted infections in Africa (ICASA), Harare Zimbabwe (2015) - Nkomani S, Blaauw R, Ruskaniko S. Assessing the effectiveness of diabetes self- management education in improving knowledge, attitudes and practices of adult’s type 2 diabetes in Harare, Zimbabwe. Oral presentation accepted at INCO “multi- disciplinary approach to diabetes management- Thomas More University, Belgium (2016) - Nkomani S, Chimera B, Marino-Costello E, Uebele M, Kalimbira A, Phuka A, Mwangwela A, Ghosh S, Ausman L. Building Clinical Nutrition Capacity in sub- Saharan Africa: Experiences of Developing a Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics in Malawi. Poster session accepted at American Society of Nutrition conference, Boston, USA (2018) - Phelan G, Chimera B, Nkomani S, Ausman L, Saltzman E, Marino-Costello E, Ghosh S, Phuka J. Development of a Framework of Adaptable Guidelines for Incorporating Medical Nutrition Education into Medical School Curriculum. Poster session accepted at American Society of Nutrition conference, Boston, USA (2018). - Mallewa J, Szubert AJ, Mugyenyi P, Chidziva E, Thomason MJ, Chepkorir P, Abongomera G, Baleeta K, Etyang A, Warambwa C, Melly B, Mudzwingwa S, Kelly C, Agutu C, Wilkes H, Nkomani S, Musiime V, Lugemwa A, Pett SL, Bwakura- Dangarembizi M. Effect of ready-to-use supplementary food on mortality in severely immunocompromised HIV infected individuals in Africa initiating antiretroviral therapy (REALITY): an open-label parallel-group, randomized controlled trial.The Lancet HIV. 2018;5(5):e231-240 - Hakim JG, Chidzonga MM, Borok MZ, Nathoo KJ, Matenga J, Havranek E, Cowan F, Abas M, Aagard E, Connors C, Nkomani S, Ndhlovu CE, Matsika A, Barry M, Campbell TB. Medical Education Partnership Initiative (MEPI) in Zimbabwe: Outcomes and Challenges. Glob Health Sci Pract. 2018;6(1):82-92 - Nkomani S, Ruskakniko S, Blaauw R. The impact of existing diabetes self- management education interventions on knowledge, attitudes and practices in public health care institutions in Harare, Zimbabwe. South African Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 2019:1-7 DOI: 10.1080/16070658.2019.1641272
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● Instagram: sanele19 ● Linked In: Sanele Nkomani
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: I am convinced now that we are amid a global food crisis characterized by those who have too little to eat and those who have too much. The solution will certainly involve rational use of resources across food systems to minimize wastage and make nutritious food more available to populations. We must also promote environmentally friendly and sustainable food patterns.
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Marcela Cruz, MEXICO Occupation: Dietitian
Employer: Sanut Clínicas de Nutrición
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Clinical Nutrition Management, Nutritional Assessment, Weight Management, Mindful Eating, Nutrition programs, Healthy cooking
Credentials (licenses and certifications): LN Bachelor in Nutrition and Food Science, MCN, Master in Clinical Nutrition
Work Experience: Clinical dietitian, counseling, management, private practice, speaker, educator, entrepreneur. I have been working in private practice for the last 10 years, providing counseling and education to patients of all ages, based on each patient’s medical needs, in collaboration with my team. I also provide courses and programs for woman to recover their good relationship between their body and food; including exercise, healthy cooking, mindful eating and supporting groups for the last 3 years.
Education/School: Bsc in Nutrition Universidad Iberoamericana / MS in Clinical Nutrition Universidad Iberoamericana
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: ● Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics since 2018- present ● Member of IAAND American Dietetic Association ● Member of Weight Management- WMN AND ● Member of Nutrition Entrepreneurs – NE AND ● Member of Sports, Cardiovascular and Wellness Nutrition- SCAN ● Member of Dietitians in integrative and Functional Medicine- DIFM AND ● Member of Diabetes group-DDPG AND ● Member of Behavioral Health Nutrition -BHN AND
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● Website: www.sanutclinicas.com ● Instagram: @marcelasanut
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: I truly believe that nutrition is the key to success for good health. Many people in the world are getting sick because they do not eat right, because they don´t know how. Everyday as a dietitian, I try to help people to recover their health, to improve their habits and increase their life quality with knowledge of evidence based nutrition.
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Tatiana Diacova, MOLDOVA
Occupation: Doctoral student in Nutritional Biology
Employer: University of California, Davis
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Gut microbiome, immunity and inflammation, cardiovascular health, dietary phenols
Credentials (licenses and certifications): Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics) Food Safety Certificate (California State University, Los Angeles) Alternative Nutrition Certificate (California State University, Los Angeles) Food Safety Manager Certificate (National Restaurant Association)
Work Experience: -Founder at Ch’i Nutrition Academy, private dietetic practice -Graduate Student Research Assistant, Food Microbiology, California State University, - Los Angeles -Course Instructor “Foodborne Illness, Etiology, Prevention and Control”, California State University, Los Angeles
-Teaching Assistant, California State University, Los Angeles: · Special Topics in Food and Nutritional Science · Medicinal Herbs and Nutrition · Functional Foods for Health · Alternative Nutrition · Functional Food Design for Health
-Teaching Assistant, University of California, Davis: · Clinical Nutrition
Blog content developer, Beller Nutritional Institute
Education/School: University of California, Davis – PhD student, Graduate Group in Nutritional Biology California State University, Los Angeles – BS and MS in Nutritional Science Santa Monica College - GED
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: -Mentor, RD Mentorship Program 2020-2021 -Community Outreach Co-chair, California Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Northern Area District -Website/social media coordinator and application manager, ComSciCon Los Angeles 2021 -Graduate Student Representative, CA&ES Faculty Executive Committee, UC Davis -Administrative Advisory Committee Member, Mondavi Center, UC Davis
Professional Membership: -Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics -California Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics -American Society for Nutrition -National Center for Science Education -American Heart Association -American Society for Microbiology -Association of Women in Science -American Association for the Advancement of Science -National Association for Science Writers
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: No major media experience yet, but I am working on it!
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): Online public health project in conjunction with a local non-profit “Mama fericita” Interview on CTC channel, show «Лица Улиц»
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: Popular science piece: “Cooking for the sake of sanity, soul and gut health”, NutriBites blog Popular book, not peer-reviewed: Tam, C. F., Chan, O. L., Diacova, T. & Xi, E. (2018). Functional Nutrition. Los Angeles, California: World Journal Professional nutrition blog: Ch’i nutrition
Contact Information: · Email: [email protected] · Website: www.nutrition-chi.com · Social Media: Ch’i nutrition · LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tatiana-diacova · Instagram: @ch_i_nutrition
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: It is much more important what you eat all the time than what you eat sometimes!
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Lauren Brandl, MILITARY OVERSEAS (US) Occupation: Work/Life Specialist
Employer: United States Air Force
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Maternal and Infant Nutrition, Lactation, Community Nutrition
Credentials (licenses and certifications): MSFN, RDN, LD, IBCLC, RLC
Work Experience: WIC, Clinical Dietetics, Human Milk banking, Private Practice Lactation Consulting
Education/School: The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, BS in Human Nutrition & Wellness The University of Arizona, Dietetics verification The University of Central Oklahoma, MS in Nutrition and Food Management The University of Oklahoma, Pathway 3 Clinical Lactation
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: N/A
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: N/A
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): AFN
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: N/A
Contact Information: ● Email: [email protected] Personal Nutrition Philosophy: “If you educate a woman, you educate her family, you educate the world.”
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Elana Natker, OMAN
Occupation: Nutrition communications professional
Employer: Self (Sage Leaf Communications, LLC)
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Nutrients of concern, Dietary Guidelines for Americans, omega-3s, influencer outreach, business, marketing, media relations
Credentials (licenses and certifications): MS, RD
Work Experience: Consultant to food organizations and industry groups for more than 10 years. Prior to becoming a registered dietitian, I worked in public relations at agencies in Chicago, IL and Denver, CO.
Education/School: BA, American University (public communications); MS/CI, Colorado State University (food science and human nutrition)
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: · Member, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
· Member, former Executive Committee member (Chair, Nominating Committee Chair, and Director of Awards and Meetings), Nutrition Entrepreneurs Dietetic Practice Group
· Former Nominating Committee member, Dietitians in Business and Communications
· Former Newsletter Editor, Northern Virginia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: · Interview, FoodNetwork.com · Interview, US News & World Report · Interview, Healthline · Article, Women’s Health
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country):
Oman Observer, Times of Oman, T Magazine
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: · Regular articles in Ventures (magazine for Nutrition Entrepreneurs members) · Food & Nutrition magazine o https://foodandnutrition.org/january-february-2017/pizza-perfection/ o https://foodandnutrition.org/september-october-2017/peeling-dealing-fresh-garlic/ o https://foodandnutrition.org/may-june-2017/kitchen-kersplat-tips-reduce-splatter/
Contact Information: · Email: [email protected] · Website: www.connectwithsage.com · Twitter: @elanaRD · Instagram: enatker
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: Food is food. There is no “good” and “bad.” The dose really does make the poison. Even too much water can be harmful!
Also, the food industry is not evil. The most science-minded, nutrition focused people I’ve met work for major food brands and commodity groups. It’s because of the food industry that so much nutrition science can be done, and so much can be learned.
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Sabeen Siddiqui, PAKISTAN
Occupation: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Employer: Self Employed
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Clinical Dietetics (Renal, Gastroenterology, Diabetes, Cancer & Renal Transplantation,) including Specialized Nutrition Support & Clinical Research.
Credentials (licenses and certifications): Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (PNDS Pakistan) Clinical Research Certified Professional (Certified from DUHS Pakistan)
Work Experience: Hospital Setting at SIUT & AKUH: Nutrition assessment and dietary consultation of Renal,Diabetics,Gastroenterology, Cancer & Renal Transplant pediatric and adult patients, critical care Specialized Nutrition Support(EN,PN) and Research.
● Giving lectures on Nutrition to students of School of Nursing, SIUT & Nursing ● Assistants and BS medical technologist at S.I.U.T. ● Developing nutrition related patient information & teaching material & it’s updating.
Education/School: -M.Sc Food & Nutrition (RLAK Govt. College of H.Economics/University of Karachi) 2006 -B.Sc(Major In Nutrition) R.L.A.K. Govt. College of Home Economics, 2004. - High SchoolCertificate, R.L.A.K. Govt. College of Home Economics, 2002. Secondary School Certificate, Nasra Secondary School No.1, 2000
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/ Internationally:
● Executive Council Member of Pakistan Nutrition & Dietetic Society(2013 till p resent) ● PNDS website Committee Chair(2013-2017) ● PNDS Treasurer & Membership committee Chair(2017 till present)
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: Guest Dietitian appearance in Different TV programs for Public Awareness program s on GEO, AAJ, Health channels and FM 107 Radio.
● Represented as Clinical Dietitian and free nutritional counseling on SAMAA Live(25th-26th April 2009) at PAF MUSEUM Karachi. ● Free Nutrition counseling and nutrition awareness quiz on MY KARACHI EXPO (26th-27th of June 2009) ● Represented as dietitian & given free dietary consultation on EXPRESS Live event at 24th -25th July 2009)
Contact Information:
• Email: [email protected]
Personal Nutrition Philosophy:
Nutrition is life. It depends on individual how he/she deals with it. It is just a matter of management and decide how much? (Portion), what to? (Quality), when (Time). A person can lead happy healthy life if keep these three questions in mind. Nutrition is such a vast topic that for its education single life is not enough.
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Zhenie Velasco, PHILIPPINES
Occupation: Registered Nutritionist-Dietitian/Psychologist
Employer: University of Santo Tomas, College of Education Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
CE0: ZEN Nutrition & Emotional Wellness Center
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Weight Management, Diabetes Education, Food Service, Education, Sports Nutrition and Wellness, Behavioral Health Nutrition
Credentials (licenses and certifications): 1. Registered Nutritionist-Dietitian (RND) 2. Diabetes Education Training: Philippine Association of Diabetes Educators, Inc. 3. ServSafe Certification – New South Wales, Australia 4. FSMA-PCQI Certification
Work Experience: A. Previous: Administrative Dietitian – Cardinal Santos Medical Center Vice-President for Operations – Joanne Drew Figure Salon (subsidiary of Joanne Drew Australia) Executive Vice-President & Gen. Manager – International Body Line (17 slimming, skin care centers nationwide) Internal/External Consultant- Choose Wellness, Choose Nestle - Nestle,Philippines
B. Current: Faculty Member - University of Santo Tomas, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics (27 years) CEO – Nutrition & Emotional Wellness Center (since 2000) International Facilitator- John Robert Powers Workshop Facilitator: Nutrition, Health and Wellness, Professional Image, Customer Sevice Resource Person for Radio and Television
Education/School: Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics: University of Santo Tomas Master of Art in Psychology: Polytechnic University of the Philippines Doctor in Educational Management (candidate for graduation) Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Professional Organization: Nutritionist-Dietitians’Association of the Philippines (NDAP) – National President (current) Professional Regulation Commission –Board of Nutrition and Dietetics – Member, Continuing Professional Development NDAP Foundation – Vice-President (current) Philippine Association of Diabetes Educators – founding member Philippine Association of Nutrition – active member Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics – active member
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): Television: GMA7, ABS-CBN, CNN Philippines Newspapers: Philippine Star, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Manila Bulletin Magazines: FHM Philippines, Reader’s Digest and Cosmopolitan Philippines
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: Author: ABC of Nutrition and Diet Therapy Manual on Personality Development Contributing Writer- Manila Bulletin Contributing Writer- Market Square
Contact Information:
• Email: [email protected] • Website: www.ndap.org.ph • Twitter: zhenie velasco
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Karla Padrelanan, QATAR Occupation: Clinical Dietitian
Employer: Hamad Medical Corporation
Areas of Expertise/specialization: ● Stroke ● Adult Medical/ Internal medicine ● Geriatrics ● Vascular and Transplant
Credentials (licenses and certifications): ● Registered Dietitian (USA) ● Board Certified Specialist in Gerontological Nutrition (USA) ● Licensed Dietitian (Qatar) ● Registered Nutritionist-Dietitian (Philippines)
Work Experience: ● Clinical Dietitian, Hamad Medical Corporation, Qatar (April 2018-present) ● Clinical Dietitian, King Abdulaziz Medical City – National Guard Health Affairs, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia ● Clinical/Therapeutic Dietitian, Dallah Hospital, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia ● Therapeutic Dietitian, Asian Hospital and Medical Center (under ISS Facility Services), Philippines
Education/School: Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics/ University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: ● Strategic Communications Committee Member- International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): ● TV Network: Al Jazeera ● Newspapers: Gulf Times, The Peninsula, Qatar Chronicle, Qatar Tribune
Contact Information: ● Email: [email protected] ● LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karla-padrelanan-7b2289108/
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: “To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art.” – La Rochefoucauld
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Kalpana Bhaskaran, SINGAPORE
Occupation: Head, Centre for Applied Nutrition Services Head, Glycemic Index Research Unit
Employer: Temasek Polytechnic
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Applied Nutrition Research, Glycemic Index Research, Conceptualising functional food products/nutraceuticals, Food product development, Community Nutrition, conducting efficacy & nutrition intervention studies, nutrition communication, Food Service Management and therapeutic meal planning and diet counselling.
Credentials (licenses and certifications): MSc, MPhil, PhD
Work Experience: Qualified Nutritionist/Dietitian with more than 20 years of experience in project management, consultancy services, nutrition research, lecturing and food product development. Championed the design, planning and implementation of Singapore’s and the region’s first accredited Glycemic Index Research Unit (GIRU). Instrumental in liaising with industry partners and initiating collaborative projects in the areas of nutrition assessment, nutrient analysis, Glycemic Index, dietetics, food product development, healthy recipe development and menu planning. Coordinated and spearheaded all the major consultancy projects in these areas.
Currently involved in overseeing all the activities at Centre for Applied Nutrition Services, which encompasses Applied Nutrition Research, Glycemic Index Testing and Research, Bistro Lab (a Learning Enterprise) and Food Technology. Serve as subject matter expert in the area of Human Anatomy & Physiology, Nutritional Biochemistry, Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition Across Lifespan, Dietetics, Community Nutrition, Sports Nutrition and Food Service Management. Detailed knowledge of food ingredients, food product development, the labelling/regulatory guidelines (Singapore, Regional and International), nutrient requirements of the Asian population and other countries.
MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE Strategic Management – Experienced in vendor management, contract negotiations and strategic financial analysis to increase efficiencies and reduce costs while maintaining solid rapport with business partners. Team Leadership Management – Expertise in leading and building cohesive cross functional teams and collaborating with senior executives from local and overseas companies, overseeing staff and planning their training needs based on industry trends Process Improvements – Devised and implemented processes, procedures, systems and internal controls to strengthen operations, increase productivity and enhance customer satisfaction at the Glycemic Index Research Unit. Project Management – Expertise in managing ICV, CDG - SPRING funded projects. As of date managed more than 40 ICV projects, 1 CDG and over 60 industry projects.
Education/School: ▪ Doctorate of Philosophy(PhD) in Food Service Management & Dietetics ▪ Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Food Service Management & Dietetics ▪ Master of Science (Nutrition, Food Science & Dietetics) ▪ Bachelor of Science (Nutrition, Food Service Management & Dietetics)
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: ∙ Vice President, Singapore Nutrition & Dietetics Association ∙ President, Diabetes Singapore ∙ Executive Committee member, Asian Nutrition Society for Sports and Health (ANSSH), Beijing, China ∙ Country Representative for Singapore, Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, USA ∙ Task force member, Ministry of Health (MOH) working group on “Patient empowerment” which is one the initiatives by MOH to beat diabetes ∙ Task Force member, Ministry of Health (MOH) Task force on Curriculum planning for Diabetes. ∙ Advisory Panel member, Singapore Armed Forces Feeding and Institutional Catering Advisory Panel to offer expertise in the area of food and nutrition. ∙ Life member of Singapore Heart Foundation ∙ Member of Singapore Institute of Food Science and Technology ∙ Life member of Indian Dietetic Association.
Academic awards/Scholarships ▪ Innergy award for Glycemic Index Research Team by the Ministry of Education to recognise project teams who brought about significant benefits to stakeholders through their innovation efforts. ▪ “National Day Honours Commendation Medal” in 2014 in recognition of her pioneering work in Glycemic Index, and its impact to diabetes management and education in 2014. ▪ Inaugural “Teaching Excellence Award” for outstanding lecturing, pedagogical practices and holistic development of students in October 2009. ▪ Awarded the Merit Scholarship by the Government of Tamilnadu, India to pursue to A levels, Bachelors and Master’s program for securing state rank in the national board examination (equivalent to GCE O levels).
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: Straits Times, Mind & Body (17 July 2018) ran a feature on Singapore Press Holdings' (SPH) first sports, fitness and lifestyle festival this weekend at Suntec Convention Centre, organised for health and fitness enthusiasts to find out more about the fun of healthy living. Among the many activities planned is a panel discussion moderated by ST senior health correspondent Salma Khalik, titled Discovering The A To Z Of Diabetes. Her special guests are Dr Kalpana Bhaskaran, a researcher in applied nutrition and glycaemic index at TP.
Straits Times Podcast (25 June 2018) ran an episode in their health check series that targets diabetics, on practical dieting tips when eating out or at hawker centres. Dr Kalpana Bhaskaran, head of the Glycaemic Index Research Unit at TP, and vice- president of Diabetes Singapore was interviewed for her expert comments.
AsiaOne reported that the Milk Consumption Treds study, led by Dr Kalpana Bhaskaran, Domain Lead for Applied Nutrition & Glycemic Index at TP, is the first of its kind to examine the key drivers and barriers of milk consumption among adult Singaporeans. The article carried expert comments by Dr Bhaskaran.
MediaCorp Pte Ltd, TV channel interviewed Kalpana Bhaskaran in info-ed Parenting series.
Lianhe ZaoBao interview on MSG, dated 05 June 2018
Straits Timses (11 Feb 2018), ran a feature that discussed the differences of using healthier sugar substitutes such as allulose and isomaltulose, and how this is a challenge for the F&B industry where flavour is king and sugar often plays a major role. Dr Kalpana Bhaskaran, who is domain lead for applied nutrition and glycaemic index research at TP's School of Applied Science was quoted for her expert comments.
New Panel to Offer Ideas in War on Diabetes
ST Online and ST (p.B2) reported that for the first time, a national Citizens' Jury has been convened by the Ministry of Health (MOH) to pick the public's brain on how to fight the rising tide of diabetes. A total of 75 people from different walks of life form this panel, and their task is to come up with ideas on preventing and managing diabetes here. One of the jury members, Kalpana Bhaskaran, the domain lead of applied nutrition and glycaemic index research at TP, said she would be recommending compulsory screening for pre-diabetes, especially at workplaces and institutes of higher learning. http://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/health/new-panel-to-offer-ideas-in-war-on- diabetes
Milking the Benefits of Good Nutrition
Online magazine, eco-business.com featured a new study by TP and FrieslandCampina Asia, which shows that more education needs to be done to get Singaporeans more proactive about managing their diets and health. The article quoted Dr Kalpana Bhaskaran, who is Domain Lead for Applied Nutrition and Glycemic Index Research at TP. http://www.eco-business.com/news/milking-the-benefits-of-good-nutrition/
This was also reported in TM (p.3) and FoodNavigator-Asia.com: https://www.foodnavigator-asia.com/Article/2017/11/21/Dairy-industry-faces- uphill- battle-to-persuade-Singaporeans-to-drink-milk
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): ● Television: MediaCorp News Channel NewsAsia, MediaCorp Channel 5, MediaCorp TV Channel 8, MediaCorp TV Channel U, MediaCorp TV HD5, MediaCorp TV 12 OKTO, MediaCorp TV 12 Suria, MediaCorp TV 12 Vasantham
● Magazines: Health No 1(best selling Chinese quarterly health and lifestyle magazine Epicure Food Magazine, Her World Plus, Singapore Motherhood, The Asian Parent Men’s Health, Young Parents Women’s weekly, Cleo, Simply Her Shape
● Newspapers: The Straits Times Lianhe Zaobao Business Times Today, Lianhe Wanbao Tamil Murasu Shin Min Daily News, Berita Harian
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: ∙ Kalpana Bhaskaran. Milk Perceptions- White Paper in Milk consumptions in Singapore. October 2017. ∙ Management of Diabetes and hyperlipidemia by Natural Medicines. Book chapter for the book, “Natural Medicines: Clinical Efficacy, Safety, and Quality” published by CRC Press (Taylor & Francis Group).
Contact Information:
∙ Email: [email protected] ∙ Instagram: Kalpana Bhaskaran
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: Keep it Simple, Sustainable & Evidence Based.
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Denine Marie Stracker, SPAIN Occupation: Registered Dietitian, Educator, Writer, Consultant
Employer: University of Barcelona, Spain University of Massachusetts Amherst, USA Apples and Olives Wellness, LLC, USA
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Public Health Nutrition, Mediterranean Dietary Pattern, Intuitive Eating, Higher Education, eLearning
Credentials (licenses and certifications): Master of Public Health, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Work Experience: University of Massachusetts Amherst, School of Public Health & Health Sciences, USA ● Lecturer and Course Developer for Nutrition 140 University of Barcelona, Department of Nutrition, Food Sciences and Gastronomy, Spain ● Scientific Associate, Biomarkers and Nutritional & Food Metabolomics Research ● Co-creator, Innovating the Joy of Eating for Healthy Ageing (INJOY) EIT Health Summer School University of Barcelona, Institute of Continuing Education IL3, Spain ● Co-author of the Evidence-Based Nutrition curriculum of the online Master in Food and Nutrition. ● Co-author of the Food and Public Health curriculum of the online Master in Clinical Nutrition and Public Health. MEDDIET Project, Barcelona, Spain ● Co-author for the Mediterranean Diet Education Guide for Schools and the Mediterranean Diet Consumers Toolkit, distributed to 30,000 school children, teachers, officials and consumers living in Spain, Italy, Greece, Egypt, Tunisia and Lebanon. ● Co-creator of Mediterranean Diet Meal Tray for school children.
Education/School: University of Massachusetts Amherst, Massachusetts, USA | Masters of Public Health New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia/Weill Cornell, USA | Dietetic Internship New York University, USA | Didactic Program in Dietetics Susquehanna University, USA | Bachelor of Mass Communications and French Institute for American Universities, Aix en Provence, France | Study Abroad Program
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: Magazine ● US News & World Report. Here's What 10 Dietitians Really Keep in Their Fridges Turns out, it's not all kale and kombucha. March 23, 2018 ● Reader’s Digest. These 10 Diet Trends Need to Disappear in 2018. Reader's Digest | December 19, 2017. ● Reader’s Digest. The New Year’s Resolutions These Top Nutritionists Are Making for a Healthy 2018. December 12, 2017. ● Women’s Running Magazine. Five “Superfoods” That Aren’t So Super After All. July 24, 2017.
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): LaVanguardia, El Pais, El Mundo, Radio y Televisión Española (RTVE), TV3, Corporació Catalana de Mitjans Audiovisuals, (CCMA) Published books, magazine columns, blogs: ● Cristina Vilarnau, Denine Marie Stracker, Anna Funtikov, Rui da Silva, Ramón Estruch, Anna Bach-Faig. Worldwide adherence to Mediterranean Diet between 1960 and 2011. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition. DOI.10.1038/s41430-018- 0313-9. ● Boyle, M.A., Holben, D.H., Beffa-Negrini, P., Geurin, N., Stracker, D., Sylvie, A. Community Needs Assessment Workbook. Community Nutrition in Action, An Entrepreneurial Approach. Sixth Edition. Wadsworth, Cengage Learning, 2012. ● Boyle, M.A., Holben, D.H., Beffa-Negrini, P., Geurin, N., Stracker, D., Sylvie, A. Community Needs Assessment Workbook. Community Nutrition in Action, An Entrepreneurial Approach. Fifth Edition. Wadsworth, Cengage Learning, 2010. ● Healthy Out of Habit Blog: https://www.healthyoutofhabit.com/blogindex/
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● Website: http://deninemarie.com/ | https://www.healthyoutofhabit.com/ ● Twitter: @deninestracker ● Instagram: @healthyoutofhabit ● Facebook: @healthyoutofhabit ● LinkedIn: @deninestracker
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: Nutritionists, researchers, and public health professionals offer a unique vantage point from which to share accurate, evidence-based and culturally relevant nutrition information for the promotion of true health and wellness. It is up to us, as professionals, to disseminate information in everyday language for everyday life.
I help individuals cultivate health and wellness through a non-diet, weight-inclusive, culturally-relevant approach. Given my vantage point as a university lecturer, course creator, dietitian, writer and mother of two living abroad, I offer a unique perspective on nutrition, health, dietary patterns, and eating behaviors. As a lover of travel, I find joy in learning from new experiences, different cultures, and traditional foods which promote health and longevity. Living in Barcelona, Spain, for nine years now, has taught me that food is more than the sum of its parts, and that tradition and culture—instead of dieting and pop culture—can serve as the model for a pathway to health. International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2020
Maria Gustafsson, SWEDEN Occupation: Consultant Food, Nutrition and Health Communication Teacher (Home economics & Consumer Sciences, Swedish and English)
Employer: Food Clarity (business owner) Kungsbacka Kommun (Municipal of Kungsbacka)
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Specialized in communications for food, nutrition and health. Skilled in consumer insights & products and food & health trends. Experienced working with Consumer Goods and Food innovations, both locally and globally.
Credentials (licenses and certifications): Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (USA), Legitimerad Dietist (Sweden)
Work Experience: -Consultant in Food, Nutrition & Health Communication -Lead Nutrition Manager Innovations North America, Unilever USA Nutrition Manager, Unilever Canada -Global Operations Manager Unilever Nutrition Network, Unilever (located in the Netherlands) -Global Nutrition Manager Innovations, Unilever (located in the Netherlands) -Country Nutrition Manager, Unilever Sweden -Chief Dietitian, Danderyd’s University Hospital, Sweden -Clinical Dietitian specialized in Cardiology, Danderyd’s University Hospital, Sweden
Education/School: BS Nutrition and Food Service Systems, concentration Dietetics, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, USA
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: n/a
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc: Food & Nutrition Magazine: My Global Table Sweden https://foodandnutrition.org/from-the-magazine/my-global-table-sweden/
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): TV: SVT, TV3, TV4, Aftonbladet TV Newspapers: Svenska Dagbladet, Dagens Nyheter, Göteborgs-Posten, Expressen, Aftonbladet Magazines (food related): Allt om Mat, Lantliv, Elle Mat & Dryck, IcaKuriren, Mitt Kök
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: n/a
Contact Information: ● Email: [email protected] ● Website: www.foodclarity.se ● Facebook: www.facebook.com/foodclarityse ● Twitter: @myfoodfriends ● Instagram: @foodclarity_se / @myfoodfriends
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: Food is an enjoyable part of life! Eat a variety of food in moderation and balance.
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Louise Pollard Lichtsteiner, SWITZERLAND Occupation: Dietitian-Nutritionist
Employer: Self-employed private practice
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Family and pediatric nutrition
Credentials (licenses and certifications): APD (Accredited Practising Dietitian, Australia)
Work Experience: Lecturer, Bern University of Applied Sciences, 2009 - 2019 Senior Clinical Research Associate, SOCAR Research, Switzerland, 2001 - 2009 Clinical Dietitian Beresford Blake Thomas, United Kingdom 1997-2000 Clinical dietitian, Royal North Shore Hospital, Sydney, Australia 1992-1997
Education/School: Master of Nutrition and Dietetics 1990-1991 (University of Sydney, Australia) Bachelor of Science 1987 – 1989 (University of Sydney, Australia) University Teaching Certificate 2011 (Bern University of Applied Science)
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Member of the Dietitians Association of Australia
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: N/A
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): World Radio Switzerland The English Show (Radio, Basel) Hello Switzerland
Published books, magazine columns, blogs:
Recent book chapters (in German) Rufener, A. & Jent, S. 2016. Der ernährungstherapeutische Prozess – Lehrbuch für Studium, Lehre und Praxis; 147-171; 173-219; 353-376
Römer-Lüthi, C. & Theobald, S. 2015. Ernährungstherapie, Ein evidenzbasiertes Kompaktlehrbuch; 13-21; 63; 91; 197
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected]
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: Eat real food, not too much, mostly plants (attributed to Michael Pollan)
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Winnie Lin, TAIWAN Occupation: Research Dietitian
Employer: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Microbiota, Inflammatory Bowel Disease – Crohn’s Disease
Credentials: (licenses and certifications): RDN
Work Experience: 2013 – 2014 adjunct instructor in food and nutrition at School of Continuous Education, CA 2016 – 2017 retail dietitian at health food import company, Hong Kong 2017 – present research dietitian at the CUHK, Hong Kong 2017 – present nutrition consultation at Microbiota I-Center Limited, Hong Kong
Education/School: BS in Foods and Nutrition (dietetics), Cal Poly Pomona, Pomona, CA 91768 MS in Kinesiology (exercise physiology), Cal Poly Pomona, Pomona, CA 91768 DI – Meredith College, Raleigh, NC 27607
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: Volunteer on behalf of IAAND at Asian Congress of Dietetics 2018
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc. LiverEd (Center of Digestive Health, CUHK), iCable TV interview, AppleDaily news interview, Ming Pao Weekly magazine interviews
Major Media Outlets: TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country Taiwan Television (台視), China Television (中視), Chinese Television System (華視), Formosa Television (民視), Public Television Services (公視), Hakka Television Station ( 客視), Taiwan Indigenous Television (原視), ETtoday, Apple Daily, China Times, Liberty Times, United Daily News, Taipei Times, Taiwan Today
Published books, magazine columns, blogs Feature blogger of “LiverEd”, Liver Health Center of The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Contact Information:
● Office Address: Room 94020, 7/F, Clinical Science Bldg., Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, Hong Kong ● Phone: +852-26373225 or +852-66244363 ● Email: [email protected] or [email protected] ● Website: n/a ● Social Media: http://www.linkedin.com/in/winnieylin ● Twitter: Winnie The RDN
Personal Nutrition Philosophy Exercise and balance diet are the new meds. It is important to build a healthy relationship with food in exchange of physical and mental health.
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Melisa Karabeyoglu, TURKEY Occupation: Product Developer, Corporate Nutritionist, Istanbul, Turkey - March 2020- Present
Employer: Altin Marka Gida, Sanayi Anadolu Sirketi Educate employees and customers about nutrition, products, and optimal health/healthy living with the intention of supporting store sales. Conduct Sit-Down/In-Store Nutritional Health Coaching Sessions. Build relationships with community partners by spreading awareness of product services. Attend Nutritional Health Coach Meetings for ongoing training and education. Assist with creating product displays (for events, featured books, and company sales focuses). Creating chocolate and related products with plant-based alternatives. Understanding of food environmental and sustainability claims e.g.: Organic certification programs. Ability to adapt to the changing needs of a dynamic growth-oriented business. Provide guidance to Product Developers in terms of giving product specific guidance on nutrition requirements. Analyze the global portfolio of products based on specific nutrients or ingredients. Conduct nutritional competitive analyses to build knowledge on nutritional profiles of products currently on market
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Diet and lifestyle changes in helping to heal illnesses, plant-based diet, intuitive eating
Credentials (licenses and certifications): MS, RDN (Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, USA)
Work Experience: Nutrition and Dietetics Manager, The LifeCo: Detox and Wellness Centers, Istanbul, TurkeyClinical, Management, Research, Private Practice
Education/School: B.A. Psychological and Brain Sciences/Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD M.S. Nutrition Science, Brooklyn College, Brooklyn, NY
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally: Research Assistant, Department of Health & Nutrition Sciences, Brooklyn College Jan 2015 –May 2015 Research assistant for the ongoing study, “A Pilot Randomized Human Trial on The Effects of Different Types of Cocoa on Appetite.” Research conducted on the effect of cocoa flavonoids and appetite on 120 male applicants at Brooklyn College. Responsible for the writing of the two components: Discussion; Methods and Materials, of a manuscript for a peer-reviewed journal. Supervisor: James Greenberg, PhD
Test Proposal on the Study of the Dietary Composition of Turkish Students Apr -May 2013 Research conducted on the correlation between the impact of acculturation and dietary change in Turkish students beginning their studies at Johns Hopkins as a function of years spent at the university and current dietary composition
Community Engineering, Nutrition Education Curriculum Development Mar 2013-May 2013 Developed and instructed (target specific) nutrition education curriculum for 3rd grade students of Margaret Brent Elementary School, Baltimore, MD. Supervised by Prof. Eric Rice at Johns Hopkins University.
Johns Hopkins Medicine, Lions Vision Research & Rehabilitation Center, Baltimore, MD Sep 2012-Dec 2012 Supervisor: Pamela Jeter, PhD, Yoga Research for the Blind, Wilmer Eye Institute Research in evaluating complementary and alternative treatments, such as yoga and meditation for individuals with visual impairments who experience sleep, stress and balance issues. Focused on evaluating yoga and meditation as a treatment modality to lower eye pressure in individuals at risk for glaucoma with elevated eye pressure
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: N/A Eat Right Academy of Dietetics Conference, Albany, NY March 2017 An annual conference featuring updates to the curriculum, material planning and professional networking development for Just Say Yes to Fruits and Vegetables, a statewide program encouraging the consumption of fruits and vegetables,
Annual Hunger Prevention Conference Feb 2017 Presenter at the conference for two workshops “Culinary Demos at Your Doorstep” demonstrating a nutrition lesson to panry managers, and “Healthy Pantry Initiative Strategies” informing pantry managers the healthy incentive curriculum being developed and its benefits.
Healthy Pantry Initiative Oct 2016-May 2017 Responsible as a Food Bank Community Nutritionist to collect data on three NYC pantry sites using baseline and implementation data to track the progress of nudged food items. These items are selected according to healthy food items that are not on high demand by clients, by using health nudging strategies approved by the state.
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): Smile with Melisa (www.smilewithmelisa.com) May 2014-Present Created numerous personalized wellness plans for individuals. Assess the client's health history and work with them to determine appropriate, unique course of action to improve health. Advised clients of specific course of action to promote solutions to their health concerns. Counseled clients about general wellness, nutrition, sleeping habits, stress management, peri-menopause issues, blood sugar stabilization. Maintained detailed and accurate case histories of clients. Provided regular communication with clients to address specific concerns.
Tisch Food Center's Earth Friends Program, Harlem RBI, Harlem, NY Aug-Sep 2014 Supervisor: Peishien Chiou, MS RDN (bi weekly) Volunteer nutrition educator assisting in the summer food and nutrition program for elementary school students. Assisted in preparing two hour lessons and recipes, teach interactive hands-on cooking lessons with locally sourced ingredients; learn why whole foods are good for our bodies; taste new foods; and consider how they can navigate their food environment to make more healthful food choices.
“Cooking Matters at the Store,” Public Health Solutions, Brooklyn, NY Aug-Sep 2014 Supervisor: Natalie Terens Volunteer educator in The Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). Educated classrooms of NYC families with knowledge and skills on how to shop for healthy foods on a limited budget. Lessons focused on learning how to read nutrition labels, identifying ways to buy produce on a budget, comparing unit prices and finding whole grain foods.
City Harvest, New York, New York Jan 2015-May 2015 Conducted live cooking demonstrations showing community residents how to make healthy and affordable meals with the available options in their neighborhood. Teaching and assisting hands on lessons in planning, shopping for and preparing healthy and affordable meals for nutrition courses for children and seniors.
Jin’s Journey Productions, Brooklyn, NY Jan 2015- Sep 2015 Sous Chef/Food Prep Nutrition counselor and sous chef as part of the production crew for the web series. “Cooking with Jin” focuses on healthy and affordable eating, using fresh and locally sourced ingredients. Episodes shot in a commercial kitchen in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. Featuring guest chefs, live audiences (on occasion), and occasionally cooking in kitchens throughout NYC. www.jinsjourney.com
Food Bank for New York City, New York, NY July 2016- Feb 2018 Full time community nutritionist for the Food Bank for New York City and New York State, Just Say Yes to Fruits and Vegetables (JSY) a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed). Responsible for conducting JSY workshops in Brooklyn and Queens (below Queens Boulevard) at Food Bank organizations and soup kitchens, with the purpose of providing healthy eating workshops for clients visiting these sites, featuring practical nutrition information in an easy to understand language, and recipe demonstrations using ingredients commonly received from a food pantry. Leading nutritionist in coordinating nutrition demonstrations and delivery of thousands of pounds of produce through Green Sidewalk initiative for NYC food pantries in food desert locations.
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: www.smilewithmelisa.com
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● Website: www.smilewithmelisa.com ● Social Media: www.facebook.com/smilewithmelisa ● Instagram: www.instagram.com/smilewithmelisa
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: Redefining local food nutrition throughout Eurasia.
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Ala Zaidan, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Occupation: Clinical Dietitian
Employer: Nutri-table
Areas of Expertise/specialization:
● Weight management ● Food Allergies Diagnosis and Management ● PCO nutritional Management ● Ketogenic Diet for Epilepsy ● Sports Nutrition ● Eating Disorders ● Lifestyle Modification and Implementation ● Health Education ● Antiaging ( Stress management , diet and beauty , diet and derma problems : acne ,hair ,skin..) ● Diet for Ramadan and vegetarian fasting ● Body Contouring Machine Program Implementation
Credentials (licenses) : RDN ( Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist , Lebanon , Abu Dhabi and Dubai ) Work Experience: Clinical Dietitian, Health Educator Education/School: BS in Nutrition and Dietetics , Lebanese International University Recent and/or Major Media Experience : TV , blogs,books …. ● Fujaira tv , UAE : Health promoting program ● Kalba tv ( Sharjah ) , UAE : Medical issues that causes Obesity ● Nutri-Table Blog ● Development of Nutrition Section for Technical Baccalaureate Nursing curriculum ( Army and Orphan sections ),Lebanon
Contact Information: ● Email: [email protected] ● Website: www.nutri-table.com ● Facebook: Nutri table ● Instagram : nutri_table
Personal Nutrition Philosophy : Nutrition is Science that keeps us Healthy and able to cure if managed properly.
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Charmain Tan, UNITED KINGDOM Occupation: Private Practice Dietitian
Employer: Private Practice
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Diabetes, weight management, home nutrition support
Credentials (licenses and certifications): Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (US)
Work Experience: Founder of Seventeen Nutrition Consultants (Charmain Dietitian) Health and Wellbeing Coach, NHS Diabetes Prevention Program, UK Clinical Dietitian (Princess Margaret Hospital, Hong Kong) Nutrition Support Dietitian (Memorial Medical Center, US) Nutrition Consultant for Watsons' Water, Four Dimensions Consulting Ltd, Jockey Trainee, and several medical practices and nursing homes in Hong Kong. Education/School: Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, Texas, USA, Coordinated Undergraduate Program (CUP)
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally:
International Affiliate of the Academy and Nutrition and Dietetics: Country Rep of Hong Kong (1996-2019) Member Services Chair (2014 – 2015) IT Chair (2009 – 2014) Kids Eat Right campaign volunteer Organized and led IAAND Culinary Tour – “Walking through unique Hong Kong Culinary Treasures with Local RDNs” at post ACD2018.
Corpus Christi District Dietetic Association: Career Guidance (1993 – 1994) President (1992 – 1993) Newsletter Editor (1992 – 1993) President Elect (1991 – 1992) Continuing Education Program Co-ordinator (1991- 1992) National Nutrition Month Chairperson, (1989)
Corpus Christi Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (merged with Alamo Chapter in 1993) Secretary (1990 – 1993) Continuing Education Program Committee Member (1990 – 1993)
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: TVB Pearl (English channel): Myth Diet TVB (Chinese channel) program “After School ICU” – taught how to make nutritious snacks for kids. TVB: Tips for Healthy Eating on Chinese New Year and demonstrated how to cook a healthy New Year dish. Newspaper: South China Morning Post, Career Times, HK Economic Journal, HK Daily News, Headline Daily Magazines: Ours, Today's Dietitian “Breakfast Around the World” Articles at local churches
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): NA
Published books, magazine columns, blogs: Google blog: Charmain Dietitian Newspaper: Ming Pao Magazines: Asiafit, Vole Co-author, Chapter in Nutrition Support, Hospital Authority Diet Manual, Hong Kong
Contact Information: Email: [email protected] Website: www.my17.com Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/CharmainDietitian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/RDCharmain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charmain.dietitian/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charmain-tan-registered-dietitian-nutritionist- 57a4ab1b/
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: Eat well, live well
International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2020
Dustin Reed, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (Co-CR) Occupation: Registered Dietitian and Customer Experience Manager
Employer: Compass Group, North America
Areas of Expertise/specialization: Customer Experience, Project Management
Credentials (licenses and certifications): MS, RD
Work Experience: Compass Group: Customer Experience Manager 2016-Present, Lead Dietitian 2012-2016
Education/School: University of Kentucky, Lexington Kentucky, USA
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally:
Greater Richmond Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: President Elect 2020-2021
Dietitians in Business and Communications: Delegate to the Academy House of Delegates 2020-2023
Management in Food and Nutrition Systems: Newsletter Editor 2019-Present
International Affiliate of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (IAAND): Country Representative and Social Media Committee Member
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dtreed1/
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: As a nutrition professional I advocate for adequate and equitable access for all, as well as recognizing and promoting that nutrition is a global philosophy, and there is no one “right” answer.
International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2020
Elizabeth Marino Costello, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (Co-CR) Occupation: Senior Program Manager, Clinical Instructor, Advisor
Employer: Tufts University, Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy
Areas of Expertise/specialization: global nutrition
Credentials (licenses and certifications): MS,RD, FAND, Licensed
Work Experience: Tufts University Tufts Medical Center ARAMARK Healthcare
Education/School: MS Boston University; BS The Pennsylvania State University
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally:
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics International Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics serve as research reviewer American Society of Nutrition Massachusetts Dietetic Association
Recent and/or Major Media Experience: TV, radio, new/magazines, etc.: N/A
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): N/A
Published books, magazine columns, blogs:
“Iron and Vitamin A Levels in Pregnant Mothers and Birth Outcomes: Results from a Birth Cohort Study in Uganda” Julieta Mezzano, MNSP; Grace Namirembe; Lynne M. Ausman; Elizabeth Marino-Costello; Robin Shrestha; Juergen Erhardt; Patrick Webb; Shibani Ghosh. Nutrition Journal June 2020. “Nutrition Capacity Development to Meet National Priorities” global webinar 50 international and USA attendees, May 2018.
“Assessing nutritional status using dietary patterns from rural Nepali women,” poster presented at the American Society of Nutrition, June 2018. “Assessing diet intake using Food Frequency data from pregnant and non- pregnant Nepali Women,” accepted for presentation at the 6th Annual Feed the Future Nutrition Agriculture Symposium in Nepal, November 2018.
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● Twitter: mcostelloRD
Personal Nutrition Philosophy: Be ethical and knowledgeable
International Affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Country Representative Media Guide 2020
Pablo Hernandez, VENEZUELA:
Occupation: Researcher and Professor
Employer:
Central University of Venezuela. Department of Nutrition and Food Sciences. Nutrition and Dietetics School - Universidad Central de Venezuela (UCV) – Caracas, Venezuela
Areas of Expertise/specialization:
Food consumption, food insecurity, nutritional education, epidemiological research. Credentials (licenses and certifications):
Licensed by the Health Ministry of Venezuela as Nutritionist-Dietitian by the number 3906.
Work Experience: 01/2018 – Present. Instructor. Plaza’s Culinary School. Caracas, VE. Instructor of the courses: Food chemistry, and Chemical basics of alternative cooking. 01/2014 – Present. Lecturer. Therapeutic education in diabetes Diploma - UCV. Caracas, VE. Lecturer in nutrition and diabetes education. 10/2011 – Present. Professor. Human Nutrition Chair. Nutrition and Dietetics School - UCV. Caracas, VE. Lecturer of the human nutrition course. Department of Nutrition and Food Sciences.
Education/School:
2017-2019 - Data Analysis in Social Sciences Specialist.
Universidad Central de Venezuela (UCV) – Caracas, Venezuela
2012-2015 – Master in Nutrition
Universidad Simón Bolívar (USB) – Caracas, Venezuela
2005-2011 – Bachelor in Nutrition and Dietetics.
Universidad Central de Venezuela (UCV) – Caracas, Venezuela
Academy (or other professional group) Leadership Roles Nationally/Internationally:
03/2020 - Present Member of the 5 a Day Venezuela Foundation.
01/2016 - Present Member of the Venezuelan Health Observatory (OVS).
06/2015 - Present Member of the Latin American Nutrition Society.
06/2013 - 05/2015 Member of the American Overseas Dietetic Association.
03/2013 - 05/2015 Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
07/2011-Present Member of the Venezuelan Nutritionists and Dietitians College.
Major Media Outlets (TV, Magazine, Newspapers in Your Country): Newspapers online: Voice of America (VOA), El Universal, NTN24, El Pitazo, Runrun.es, Efecto Cocuyo, El Diario.
Radio: Circuito éxitos – Román Lozinski, Circuito éxitos – La Cola Feliz, A tu salud:
Published books, magazine columns, blogs:
Blog: Mirador salud, La web de la salud, 5 al día Venezuela.
Peer-Reviewed publications in peer-review journals Only the 10 most recent are shown.
1- Gutiérrez-Bravo RH, Lares-Amáiz M, Mata C, Hernández P, Hernández-Gomez MS, Fernández-Trujillo JP. Evaluation of the functional potential of a microencapsulation of asai (Euterpe precatoria) and copoazu (Theobroma grandiflorum) in healthy volunteers. Acta Hortic. 2020; 1274: 117-124. DOI: 10.17660/ActaHortic.2020.1274.15
2- Hernandez P, Marcano P, Deniz R. Evaluation of the nutritional content of dairy products in the Venezuelan food program [article in Spanish]. ALAN. 2019; 69(2)113- 124.
3- Avila A, Moron M, Carmona A, Hernandez P, Infante R, Garcia O, Torrealba F. Effect of the fibrous residues of oat (Avena sativa) and black beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) on the in vitro activity of intestinal disaccharidases in rats [article in Spanish]. Perspect Nut Hum. 2018; 20(2):131-143.
4- Mata C, Hernández P, Herrera-Cuenca M. Pilot study of the international program of energy balance for children in a school in Caracas. An Venez Nutr. 2018; 31(1): 4-12.
5- Avila A, Moron M, Hernandez P, Torrealba F. Effect of casaba bread consumption on apparent absorption and retention of proteins in a rat experimental model [article in Spanish]. Rev Digit Postgrado. 2018; 7(1): 31-7.
6- Hernandez P, Mata C, Velazco Y, Lares M. Characterization of food consumption in healthy adults at the Metropolitan Area of Caracas – Venezuela [article in Spanish]. Diaeta (B. Aires). 2018:36(162):11-20.
7- Hernandez P, Contreras F. Nutritional Diabetes Education: an emerging strategy in Venezuela [article in Spanish]. Rev Digit Postgrado. 2017; 6(2): 25-8.
8- Subero E, Mata C, Hernandez P. Design of a healthy meal and worker feedback following one day of nutritional education [article in Spanish]. Salud Trab. 2017; 25(2): 138-46. 9- Hernandez P, Contreras F, Velasco M. Nutritional diabetes education: more than just nutrients. Curre Res Diabetes & Obes J. 2017; 4(2): 1-6.
10- Landaeta-Jimenez M, Herrera-Cuenca M, Mendez-Perez B, Ramirez G, Vasquez M, Hernandez P, et al. Venezuelan Nutrition and Health Study in the context of the Latin American Nutrition and Health Study Group [article in Spanish]. An Venez Nutr. 2017; 30(1): 68-74.
Contact Information:
● Email: [email protected] ● LinkendIn: Pablo Hernandez Rivas ● Twitter: @doctuscl ● Instagram: @doctuscl
Personal Nutrition Philosophy:
“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.”
Benjamin Franklin
Experience is the best teacher. Knowledge alone is not enough to encourage people to engage in effective self-care. We must focus on find ways to develop the skills to ‘sell’ our messages by tailoring them to suit the individual. To do so, we must be open to new information evidence-based and must know how to apply the information effectively.