PhD Candidate RDN LD/N
Florida International University
Ariana Bolivar is a RDN and PhD candidate at Florida International University. Working as a dietitian in a culturally diverse setting, Ariana has been able to provide patients with personalized dietary recommendations that respect cultural food practices while promoting healthy habits including self-regulation. Ariana is currently working on her dissertation that focuses on eating behaviors & styles, interoception, and its relationship with acculturation and body satisfaction amongst Hispanic midlife women. Ariana has been involved in various organizations that support women and children, through which she developed an interest in researching eating behaviors among women and children. Ariana's ultimate goal is to address eating behaviors and promote sustainable, healthy dietary habits within communities, focusing on long-term wellness and preventive nutrition.