Rewind: Pursuing Multiple Passions with Alice Figueroa

Written By Deanna Belleny
 
 

In this rewind episode of Feed Me the Facts, we revisit an inspiring conversation with Alice Figueroa—registered dietitian nutritionist, public health advocate, culinary expert, and founder of Alice in Foodie Land. Alice shares how her roots in Guatemala shaped her passion for health advocacy, her journey into nutrition and policy, and her experience as a James Beard Foundation National Scholar. She offers valuable advice on pursuing multiple passions, finding balance, and staying connected to the communities we serve.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • From Guatemala to Public Health Advocacy (00:00)
    How Alice’s upbringing and early experiences shaped her mission to address food insecurity and malnutrition.

  • Discovering Nutrition as a Career Path (06:00)
    The moment she connected public health and nutrition, leading her to pursue dietetics.

  • Integrating Multiple Passions (10:00)
    Strategies for blending research, policy, culinary arts, and wellness into a meaningful career.

  • Mentorship & Support Systems (14:00)
    The impact of family and mentors in navigating a nontraditional career path.

  • Culinary Training & the James Beard Foundation Scholarship (19:00)
    How Alice became a natural food chef and the importance of culturally relevant, affordable recipes.

  • Balancing Diverse Interests (25:00)
    Time management, self-care, and setting “non-negotiable” goals for personal growth.

  • Pursuing Passions with Limited Resources (31:00)
    Practical advice for finding opportunities, funding, and mentorship—plus the importance of taking risks.

  • The Power of Nutrition in Building Community (36:00)
    How small acts, like teaching cooking classes, can create connection and lasting change.

    Resources & Links:

📌 Connect with Alice:

  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicefigueroa/

  • Website: https://aliceinfoodieland.com/

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Deanna Belleny
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