How to Understand Connections between faith, health and wellness with Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Yaqutullah Ibraheem Muhammad
Release Date: 03/24/2023
See Life Different
This is a flashback episode of the 2023 See Life Different Virtual Summit Zaakirah explains how the summit evolved from her book and podcast, and her mission to empower women Zaakirah Muhammad shares her personal journey as a cancer survivor, brand strategist, and global storyteller. Zaakirah guides listeners through the power of storytelling in building a personal and professional brand, emphasizing the importance of embracing your unique story, overcoming adversity, and living with intention. Key Topics Covered: Zaakirah’s background and the creation of the See Life Different Summit ...
info_outlineSee Life Different
Taneka J, an American entrepreneur who moved to Kenya, details her journey, challenges, and the founding of her fashion business catering to curvaceous women who value style. Taneka shares her journey from the U.S. to Kenya as a Black woman, detailing her process of cultural adjustment, business ventures, and the importance of planning and open-mindedness for those considering a similar move. The conversation emphasizes the vibrancy of Kenya, from its beautiful beaches to its rich wildlife, and provides practical advice for diaspora members looking to reconnect with their roots. 00:31 Welcome...
info_outlineSee Life Different
In this episode of the See Life Different podcast, Zaakirah shares her recent experiences in Kenya, highlights her advocacy for disability-friendly travel, and announces exciting travel opportunities, including the Journey Back to Eden Expo and her own creative arts retreat. explore in-depth cultural immersion, wellness activities, and brand development while navigating personal and professional pivots, with empowerment and transformation. 00:43 Embracing Life's Pivots 01:43 Advocacy and Travel 02:57 Travel Tips and Personal Insights 05:21 Journey Back to Eden Expo 09:07 Sanaa Nomad Retreat...
info_outlineSee Life Different
Zaakirah Nayyar Muhammad celebrates Disability Pride Month with a special in-person panel discussion recorded in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The panel, titled 'Disabled and Thriving,' dives into topics of navigating ableism, mental health, and creating an inclusive workforce for black, indigenous, and disabled creatives. Zaakirah shares her personal journey of living with retinoblastoma, advocating for herself and others, and the importance of community and resources. The episode also covers practical advice for accessibility in the workplace, travel, and social settings. The panel includes Dr. Anthony...
info_outlineSee Life Different
In this episode, Zaakirah shares insights about her connection to Kenya, her unique identity as a disabled Black American Muslim woman, and her volunteer work at the Al Walidayn Rescue Center. Highlighting her previous travels in Africa and her connection to Kenya through photography, she discusses local culture, cost of living, transportation, and the vibrant technological scene. The episode also invites listeners to join her for a transformative retreat on the Kenya Coast in January 2026, focusing on coastal beauty, wellness, and content creation. 00:00 Welcome to See Life...
info_outlineSee Life Different
In this episode, Kea Wakesho Simmons, the visionary behind Traverze Culture and the Journey Back to Eden Expo, discusses her journey from Charleston, South Carolina to becoming a world traveler and advocate for Pan-Africanism. Kea shares her experiences in the US Army, her travels to countries like South Korea, China, Japan, Ethiopia, and how they shaped her views on culture and Black empowerment. Simmons also delves into the mission of the Journey Back to Eden initiative, aiming to foster deeper relationships and cultural exchanges between Africans in the diaspora and the continent. Kea is...
info_outlineSee Life Different
For Disability Pride Month, Zaakirah shares her journey as a retinoblastoma eye cancer survivor and introduces Erin Perkins, who has Usher Syndrome. Erin details her experiences with hearing and vision loss and the creation of her business, Mabley Q, which aids businesses in becoming more accessible. They discuss the challenges of living with invisible disabilities, their personal stories, and how both have used their experiences to educate and inspire others. The conversation also touches on the importance of advocacy, allyship, and the need for better support and understanding for people...
info_outlineSee Life Different
In this episode of the See Life Different podcast, you'll hear inspiring stories from retinoblastoma survivors, Leia Hunt, a two-time unilateral retinoblastoma survivor and founder of Leia's Kids, Grace Padilla, a neuroscience Ph.D. candidate and Genevieve McCarthy, the president of the Canadian Retinoblastoma Society, and Know the Glow partner, also a unilateral retinoblastoma survivor. They discuss their battles with cancer, advocacy for pediatric cancer awareness, and how their journeys have influenced their careers. Important themes include resilience, the global impact of retinoblastoma,...
info_outlineSee Life Different
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Did you know that 1 in 4 U.S. adults have a disability? That's about 61 million Americans. An estimated 10% of the US population has a non-apparent disability. Globally, over a billion people currently live with a disability. Although 15% of people worldwide identify as disabled, disability still remains ignored and misunderstood by non-disabled people. In this episode of the See Life Different podcast, host Zaakirah Muhammad discusses 'The Anti-Ableist Manifesto' by Tiffany Yu, a powerful book aiming to dismantle stereotypes...
info_outlineSee Life Different
In this episode of the See Life Different podcast, host Zaakirah returns from a hiatus to focus on empowering Black, Indigenous women of color and individuals with disabilities. Zaakirah shares updates about her life changes, including a move from Oklahoma and her involvement in NPR Oklahoma. The episode coincides with Disability Employment Awareness Month and World Blindness Awareness Month. Special guest, Valyncia M. Wilson, a program manager from Oklahoma's Department of Rehabilitation Services (OKDRS), discusses resources for individuals with disabilities, including...
info_outlineYaqutullah Ibraheem Muhammad is the founder and owner of Nutrition Prescriptions, a nutrition consulting practice that specializes in recipe development and analysis, Nutrition education and women's wellness. YaQutullah has almost two decades of experience in dietetics and nutrition. She works with patients and clients to improve their health related to chronic illness. And she offers healthy recipes and interactive nutrition education. She's so powerful and passionate about nutrition. She empowers you to learn and apply evidence based nutrition to every aspect of your life, including understanding the connection between faith, health and wellness.
In this episode, She breaks down
- Her story and why she's so passionate about it
- The importance of staying focused and consistent on your goals
- The importance of having a nutrition strategy that is personalized for you
- The most important thing to keep in mind when it comes to gut health
- Meal Prepping
- The importance of fasting during Ramadan
This episode is an excerpt from the See Life DIfferent Virtual Summit
Purchase to watch the full session
https://www.zaakirahnayyar.com/seelifedifferent
Connect with YaQutullah on social media
https://www.instagram.com/nutritionprescriptions/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaqutullah/
https://www.facebook.com/NutritionPrescriptions/
Get access to email communication with YaQutullah based on your nutrition goals
Plant-based https://mailchi.mp/b9ba556bcc8b/high-protein-soy-alternatives
Diabetes https://mailchi.mp/b646803d3c0b/6-strategies-to-curbing-sugar-cravings
Ramadan Nutrition Resource
https://mailchi.mp/c90d7730a2e2/4-components-of-a-healthy-suhoor
Prenatal and Postpartum
https://mailchi.mp/f109fb255cc3/top-7-prenatal-and-postpartum-vitamins-and-minerals
My name is Zaakirah Muhammad and I am an author of seeing life through a different lens. I am a childhood eye cancer survivor of a big childhood, eye cancer called retinoblastoma, but I'm the host and the producer, producer of the See Life Different podcast and the See Life Different Summit.
The See Life Different Podcast is for marginalized women to hear stories and be empowered in their personal and professional life around mindfulness, creativity, and entrepreneurship.
Listen to or watch more episodes by Muslim Women Creative Entrepreneurs on YouTube Podcast:
https://bit.ly/muslimwomencreativeentrepreneurs
Listen to more episodes for free on your favorite streaming platform:
Apple Podcasts: apple.co/2NYapeh
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2TdAZ87
iHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/33gUj9j
Pandora: https://pdora.co/2PLMUXo
TuneIn: http://bit.ly/2RKrnjU
Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2JUqGzA
Amazon Podcasts: https://amzn.to/3ceqWql
Stitcher: http://bit.ly/2XrAd6V
Audible: https://bit.ly/3uFfBd5