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Educational Programming & Workshops
Interactive sessions blending culture, cuisine, and nutrition — ideal for registered dietitians, community groups, health organizations, and wellness programs.
Culture Competence & Care
Transforming Health Through Culture, Cuisine, and Evidence-Based Nutrition
Featuring the new EAT SMART on Your GLP-1 — a science-based, practical plan for eating right and staying healthy on today's most popular GLP-1 medications.
Culture Competence & Care empowers individuals, communities, and health professionals with culturally grounded nutrition guidance rooted in Caribbean heritage, public health expertise, and clinical practice.
Featured book — new release
EAT SMART on Your GLP-1: A Science-Based, Practical Plan for Eating Right and Staying Healthy on Today's Most Popular GLP-1 Medications
With the expansion of GLP-1 access, millions of people are navigating appetite changes, rapid weight loss, digestive symptoms, and new nutrition needs. This book provides the clear, practical, evidence-based guidance they need.
Inside the book
- How to prevent muscle loss and malnutrition
- Hydration and electrolyte routines
- Digestive comfort techniques
- Realistic meal planning and grocery guidance
- Daily habits that support long-term metabolic health
Perfect for: patients, caregivers, clinicians, and anyone using GLP-1 medications.
Our mission
Culture Competence & Care advances culturally informed nutrition education, culinary programming, and public health consulting. We honor the diverse traditions that shape how people eat, live, and thrive.
What we offer
Five ways we work with individuals, professionals, and organizations
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Cultural Competence Training for Health Professionals
Evidence-based education on how culture influences food choices, health behaviors, and chronic disease outcomes.
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Caribbean Cuisine & Culinary Demonstrations
Experiences showcasing traditional flavors with modern, health-forward approaches. See the programs
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Continuing Professional Education (CPE)
Accredited courses designed to strengthen cultural competence and practice for dietitians and diet technicians. Browse CPE
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Public Health Program Consulting
Strategic guidance for organizations seeking culturally relevant nutrition interventions and community health initiatives, and community health assessment and planning guidance. Consulting services
About the author
Leslene Gordon, PhD, RDN, LDN
Registered Dietitian · Educator · Public Health Professional · Author
Learn more about Dr Gordon, her work, and her new book.
Connect with Us
Tell us about your organization, your audience, and what you are trying to achieve. We reply to every enquiry within two business days.
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