Our Multicultural Dietitian provides nutrition guidance that embraces cultural diversity, supporting health by recognising and respecting a wide range of dietary traditions and preferences. See below for more information.
Respecting Culture, Supporting Health
At NHSGGC, we are committed to promoting health and wellbeing in ways that respect and celebrate the rich cultural diversity of our communities. Providing nutritional guidance that is culturally appropriate helps improve health outcomes while honouring individual identities and traditions.
The role involves working with Interpreting Services, Health Improvement Teams, and other Dietetic colleagues to plan and deliver training for healthcare professionals, carers, and staff, with a focus on multicultural nutrition.
African diet – general information
The traditional African diet is varied and balanced. It primarily consists of carbohydrates from staples such as rice, potatoes, cassava, yam, and plantains. This diet also includes meat, poultry, fish, and fresh fruits, which provide essential vitamins and fibre. Meals are usually seasoned with salt and herbs, and common cooking methods include frying, stewing, or boiling. Click here for more links.
Asian and South Asian diet – general information
The traditional South Asian diet is healthy and balanced, featuring a high carbohydrate intake, along with lentils, pulses, vegetables, and meats, which provide essential vitamins, minerals, fibre, and protein. It includes a variety of fresh vegetables like cauliflower, okra, and spinach, and fruits such as bananas, grapes, and mangoes. Click here for more links.
Eastern European diet – general information
The Eastern European diet comprises a variety of hearty dishes. It includes eggs, dairy products, grains, vegetables, fish, poultry, red meats, and fruit. Common dishes feature various doughs and pastries, kashas, breads, pickles, sauerkraut, beet soup, and dumplings.
Translated diet sheets – Easy Read Eating to Feel Better
We are developing our range of resources for translated diet sheets. The resource below Eating to Feel Better (Easy Read) has handy tips how to increase the calories and protein in your diet.
Translated Eating well with Autism
This leaflet offers simple, practical advice for families of autistic children who find eating difficult. It includes tips on mealtime routines, trying new foods, and managing weight in a supportive way.
International Dietitians
Information for Dietitians considering employment in the UK. This guide is designed for dietitians who are thinking about working in the NHS Scotland. Whether you’re currently living in the UK or planning to move from another country, this information can help you understand what to expect and how to get started. BDA Guidance and HCPC guidance or click on the button below for more information.