Maya Feller
Maya Feller is an American registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN), author, and media contributor known for her work promoting culturally inclusive, evidence-based nutrition. She is the founder of Maya Feller Nutrition, a private practice based in Brooklyn, New York. Feller is the author of The Southern Comfort Food Diabetes Cookbook and Eating from Our Roots. She is a frequent guest on Good Morning America and has been featured in prominent publications including Forbes, EBONY, BBC, Martha Stewart, Today.com, and The Kitchn.[1][2][3][4][5][excessive citations]
Career
[edit]Feller holds a Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition from New York University. She is a licensed registered dietitian and certified dietitian nutritionist who provides Medical nutrition therapy and nutrition coaching through her practice, Maya Feller Nutrition.[citation needed]
Her work focuses on inclusive wellness, food equity, and culturally respectful nutrition care. She has been a featured speaker at major events, including the Aspen Ideas Festival, where she discussed nutrition inequities and the importance of cultural relevance in nutrition.[2] She also frequently appears on television programs such as Good Morning America, providing expert advice on nutrition and wellness.[6]
Feller has been interviewed by various national outlets, including MSNBC where she discussed the importance of culturally relevant foods.[7] Her work has also been highlighted by PIX11, Simply Recipes, and The Kitchn.[8][9]
Books
[edit]- The Southern Comfort Food Diabetes Cookbook (2019)
- Eating from Our Roots (2023)
Her 2023 cookbook Eating from Our Roots was positively reviewed in national outlets. Forbes called it a celebration of global cuisines and a practical guide to creating balanced meals from diverse food traditions.[1] Simply Recipes included it among the best cookbooks of Spring 2023, and The Kitchn featured several of its recipes.[8][9]
Recognition
[edit]Feller was featured in a 2024 interview with the NYC Food Policy Center, where she discussed the importance of addressing nutrition inequities and the cultural context of food access.[10] She has also been recognized by the National Kidney Foundation for her work in inclusive wellness and nutrition.[11]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Cording, Jessica (1 February 2023). "In New Cookbook, Dietitian Maya Feller Highlights Healthy Meals From Around The World". Forbes. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
- ^ a b "Dr. Maya Feller Talks Nutrition Inequities at Aspen Ideas Festival". EBONY. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
- ^ "Maya Feller's Rastafarian ital stew". BBC. 1 September 2023. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
- ^ "Maya Feller's Favorite Things". Martha Stewart. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
- ^ "Healthy Snacks for Kids - Maya Feller's Tips". Today. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
- ^ "Maya Feller Shares Recipes from Her New Cookbook 'Eating from Our Roots'". Good Morning America. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
- ^ "Why Eating Culturally Relevant Foods is Important". MSNBC. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
- ^ a b "Best Cookbooks of Spring 2023". Simply Recipes. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
- ^ a b "5 Heart-Warming Meals from Maya Feller's Eating from Our Roots". The Kitchn. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
- ^ "Interview with Maya Feller". NYC Food Policy Center. 2024. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
- ^ "Making Wellness Inclusive and Accessible for All". National Kidney Foundation. Retrieved 28 February 2025.