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Traditional Food, Culture, and Diabetes in the United States

Traditional Food, Culture, and Diabetes in the United States

Wednesday, April 26, 2023

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Members of ethnic and racial populations living in the United States experience unique challenges in preventing or managing their diabetes, including language barriers, cultural beliefs, and traditional foods, particularly among first generation immigrants. This webinar examined cultural perspectives of immigrants and ethnic minorities that influence their dietary self-management and identified interventions to enhance a healthy diet to manage diabetes and prevent serious complications.