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Culture, Healing and Why Black Dietitian's Matter featuring Ashley Carter of Eatwell Exchange

Culture, Healing and Why Black Dietitian's Matter featuring Ashley Carter of Eatwell Exchange

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In this powerful episode of the You Are Heard Podcast, host Aniola Pierre sits down with Ashley Carter, Registered Dietitian and co-founder of EatWell Exchange, to unpack the deep connection between cultural foods, community wellness, and Black representation in nutrition.


Ashley shares her journey as a Black dietitian, the importance of honoring ancestral food traditions, and how food can be both healing and revolutionary. We also discuss the challenges and systemic barriers in the dietetics field and why culturally inclusive nutrition education is vital for long-term health in Black and underserved communities.


Whether you’re passionate about holistic health, nutrition, food justice, or simply reconnecting with your roots, this episode will inspire you to rethink what’s on your plate and how it connects to your overall well-being.


In This Episode We Cover:


  • The mission of EatWell Exchange
  • How cultural foods impact health and healing
  • The lack of diversity in the dietetics field
  • Why representation in healthcare matters
  • Tips for making healthy food swaps without losing cultural identity



Connect with Ashley Carter:

Instagram: @eatwellexchange

Website: www.eatwellexchange.org


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Instagram: @youareheardpodcast


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