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NDTR SpotlightAuthor: NDTR Spotlight
This podcast shines light on current, future and former NDTR's and how they are impacting the field of Dietetics. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Nutrition Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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How to thrive in Community Health: Diet Technician Perspective
Monday, 9 June, 2025
In this interviews ShLanda Burton, an accomplished NDTR who has made significant contributions to the fields of nutrition and community health. Shalonda shares her journey of discovering the NDTR credential at the FENCY Conference, the importance of credentials in building credibility, and her experiences as a non-traditional student. She discusses her passion for community nutrition, the challenges she faced, and how she found her niche as a doula and nonprofit founder. The conversation highlights the vital role of nutrition in public health and the need for advocacy in underserved communities. In this conversation, ShLanda Burton discusses her journey in the fields of nutrition and community work, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, personal growth, and the challenges faced as a minority in dietetics. She shares insights on the significance of timing in career development, the duality of non-profit and for-profit work, and her commitment to health at every size. ShLanda's experiences highlight the value of community connections and the impact of personal and professional relationships in fostering growth and fulfillment.Chapters00:00 Introduction to NDTR Spotlight and ShLanda's Journey01:11 Discovering the NDTR Credential at FENCY03:18 The Importance of Credentials in Nutrition and Community Work05:01 Navigating the NDTR Credential Process10:17 The Journey of a Non-Traditional Student13:40 Passion and Perseverance in Community Nutrition17:04 Finding a Niche: Doula Training and Community Impact21:25 Building a Nonprofit for Birth and Nutrition Advocacy24:12 Collaborations and Future Directions in Community Nutrition25:02 Navigating Non-Profit and For-Profit Dynamics26:47 The Importance of Growth and Timing29:59 Finding Fulfillment in Community Work30:48 The Role of Mentorship in Professional Development34:56 Overcoming Challenges as a Minority in Dietetics40:00 Health at Every Size: Personal Experiences and Insights
