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Importance of Topic to Practice
There are a number of factors that dietetic practitioners should be aware of when working with Aboriginal people regarding food and nutrition. The significance of traditional foods is held within communities and by individuals and the openness to share this information will vary. It is important for practitioners to recognize that Aboriginal peoples’ connections to food may be different from their own and to respect this difference. To effectively work with