Ep 36. Flavor Fusions of Peruvian Cuisine & Cultural Humility in CKD w/Matilde Ladnier MBA RD LD

Ep 36. Flavor Fusions of Peruvian Cuisine & Cultural Humility in CKD w/Matilde Ladnier MBA RD LDHey everyone! In this episode of Food Culture Curious we’re joined by Matilde Ladner, a bilingual kidney dietitian from Peru. Matilde shares her experiences growing up in Peru and discusses the diverse influences on Peruvian cuisine, including Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, and African contributions. She delves into staple foods, culturally significant dishes, and traditional health beliefs in Peruvian culture. Matilde also offers practical advice for healthcare professionals on working with Latino and CKD populations, emphasizing the importance of cultural inclusivity in nutrition. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the intersection between cultural inclusivity and nutrition. Listen now!00:00 Introduction to Peruvian Cuisine00:24 Welcome to Food Culture Curious01:09 Meet Our Guest: Matilda Ladner01:52 Staples of Peruvian Diet10:03 Peruvian Holiday Foods14:33 Cultural Beliefs and Health Remedies16:59 Functional Foods for Kidney Health18:38 Advice for Healthcare Professionals26:55 Resources and Final ThoughtsLike what you hear? Take a screen shot of this episode and share on social! You can find us on Instagram/Tiktok: @foodculturecurious You can also support by buying us a cafecito at buymeacoffee.com/foodculturecurious Or by following and rating our podcast Every click helps!