Why Your Gut Loves What Diet Culture Hates | Mary Grace Banal | TEDxAteneodeManilaU

NOTE FROM TED: Please do not look to this talk for medical advice and seek professional help before modifying your diet. This talk only represents the speaker's personal views and understanding of nutrition, the microbiome, and metabolic disease. The health effects of rice consumption on blood sugar remains debated by experts working in the field. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdf

Ms. Grace Banal challenges common misconceptions about health and nutrition, particularly among Filipinos. She begins by addressing the widespread tendency to avoid certain food groups carbohydrates in the pursuit of health, which often leads to sacrificing other essential nutrients.

Ms. Grace confronts the growing confusion caused by conflicting nutrition advice on social media, though well-intentioned, has become overwhelming and confusing for many.. She critiques diet culture, which promotes restrictive and unsustainable eating habits, and instead encourages a more holistic approach to food.

Using a blend of personal stories and scientific insight, Ms. Grace emphasizes the importance of nurturing the gut microbiome—the community of microorganisms in our digestive system that plays a vital role in our overall health. She highlights the power of rice, not as the enemy, but as a culturally and nutritionally significant part of the Filipino diet.

Her talk invites the audience to rethink what it truly means to eat healthily and to approach food not with fear, but with informed understanding and balance.
Grace Banal is an evidence-based and results-driven Registered Nutritionist-Dietitian with 16+ years of experience spanning clinical nutrition, foodservice, sports and fitness, behavioral coaching, and social media content creation.

Proven expertise in medical nutrition therapy for lifestyle diseases, weight management, fitness and sports nutrition, and disease prevention.

A thought leader in nutrition education and public speaking, providing tailored meal planning, health coaching, and workplace wellness programs.

Passionate about bridging the gap between nutrition science and practical, sustainable eating solutions for Filipinos worldwide. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx Receive SMS online on sms24.me

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