National Nutrition Month Continues! The first 5 years of a child's life are essential in preparing for their future. Research shows that well nourished children are healthier, more attentive and have better mental performance than children that are undernourished. Dr. Jennie and Registered Dietician and Director of Nutrition Services for Lutheran Services Florida Children and Head Start Program discuss Fueling for Your Future!
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About Maves Rañola
Maves V. Rañola is a Registered Dietitian with over 22 years of experience in public health and community nutrition. She is currently the Director of Nutrition Services for Lutheran Services Florida Children and Head Start Program.
She graduated with a BS in Food and Nutrition from Florida State University and completed her dietetic internship at Florida International University. She earned the Commission on Dietetic Registration’s certificate in pediatric weight management and the Florida Family Development Credential from Florida Gulf Coast University. Maves worked as part of a program that earned national recognition by First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! Child Care Initiative for its obesity prevention efforts.
Maves has focused her career to help improve the health and wellness of the children and families she serves. She is a Certified Lactation Counselor, Yoga for Kids and Families Teacher, Zumba® and Zumba® for Kids and Kids Jr. Instructor. She is a mom of two teenage sons, 2 dogs, and is currently living in Central Florida.