Cutting Stereotypes

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We have two eyes that can only move in one direction for a reason, because we see only that which is in front of us. By becoming aware of our own biases/stereotypes/prejudices we can move beyond them and understand the needs of the people we strive to help. For example as a nutritionist, it would be important for me know that according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the percentage of adults twenty years and older diabetes is highest among American Indians/Alaska Natives, Non-Hispanic blacks and Hispanics. When speaking to a patient of anyone of these races I would take into consideration this important statistic rate and the fact that 15.5% are men and 13.4% are women. Being able to explain to them the importance of cutting