Fact: Poor diet increases the likelihood of developing of certain chronic health issues. Another fact: Marginalized communities around the world do not have adequate access to whole plant foods and minimally processed ingredients. Coincidence? Nope. In fact, this intersection is precisely what plant-based nutritionist Rohini Bajekal aims to address through her work. Rohini discusses why certain chronic health issues disproportionately affect people of color, the role of diet in treating these issues, and next steps for making plant-based education more accessible.
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Rohini Bajekal is a nutritionist (MA Oxon, MSc Nutrition and Food Sciences, Dip IBLM/ BSLM) and an International Board-Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional. She provides evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle advice to her clients, focusing on a whole food plant-based approach. A keen recipe developer, Rohini is passionate about making delicious, affordable and healthy plant-based meals. She is a Cookery Teacher at Made in Hackney, the UK's only plant-based local community cookery school and charity.
As a women's health advocate, Rohini is Brand Manager for Women for Women’s Health (WfWh), a voluntary service set up to empower women of all ages to make lifestyle choices that will help improve their own health as well as that of their families. Find out more about Rohini and her work at www.rohinibajekal.com or follow her on Instagram for daily tips. You can also reach her via email at hello@rohinibajekal.com