Welcome to the EmpoweRD Nutritionist Podcast by the Dietitians in Functional Medicine (DIFM). On this podcast, we interview registered dietitians from various backgrounds and discuss some fascinating complementary and alternative medicine used in different cultures. We hope to provide you some insights into our diverse world of nutrition as well as the use of integrative and functional nutrition from various backgrounds. Dietetic professionals see clients from many different backgrounds and certainly, we want to be familiar with their cultures and practices. *Please pardon our um's as we navigate our way through our first podcast About DIFM: Dietitians in Integrative and Functional Medicine is a Dietetic Practice Group of the Academy of Nutrition And Dietetics. Our core philosophy centers around a holistic, personalized approach to health and healing. Our members integrate a variety of nutrition therapies including whole foods, tailored supplements and mind body modalities in clinical practice. Some of the member benefits include complimentary access to the Natural Medicine Database, webinars and archived webinars, The Integrative RDN Newsletter. We are one of the largest Dietetic Practice Groups and growing! You can get more updates on all DIFM activities by joining our group here (link). The DIFM Diversity Committee’s mission is to raise awareness of and promote diversity and inclusivity in the field of nutrition and dietetics. Our committee frequently hosts webinars and provides diversity stipends to professionals and students. We also, plan to collaborate more with other Dietetic Practice Groups and Member Interest Groups. You can get more updates on all DIFM activities by joining our group here (link) and be sure to follow us on social media. FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/integrativerd Instagram @integrativeRD Twitter @intergrativeRD Comments and questions may be directed to DiversityinDIFM@gmail.com