nutrition expert
Media & Speaking
Book Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) Esther Tambe for your next event or media contribution.
Meet Esther Tambe
Esther Tambe, MS, RDN, CDCES, is an advocate for weight-inclusive healthcare, specializing in creating compassionate care models for diverse populations.
Esther’s expertise has been recognized by top media outlets, and she is an international speaker who regularly speaks on topics such as weight bias in healthcare, inclusive nutrition, and eating disorders in Black communities.
Whether it’s through media features or live speaking engagements, Esther is committed to educating and inspiring others to prioritize dignity and inclusivity in all aspects of health.
Why Choose Esther?
Authority in Weight-Inclusive Healthcare
Esther offers practical, compassionate solutions for chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and renal disease without restrictive diets.
Dynamic Speaker
Esther’s engaging speaking style breaks down complex healthcare topics into relatable, easy-to-understand concepts.
Tailored Presentations
Esther customizes each speaking engagement to the unique needs and interests of your audience.
Professionalism and Consistency
Esther consistently delivers high-quality presentations and media appearances. She is a trusted choice for conferences, panels, and workshops.
Signature Speaking Topics
Weight Bias in Healthcare
How to address and dismantle stigma in chronic illness care.
Eating Disorders in Black Communities
Understanding the unique challenges and barriers.
Weight-Inclusive Nutrition
A compassionate approach to managing chronic conditions without restrictive diets.
Size Inclusivity in the Travel Industry
Advocating for accessible and inclusive travel experiences.
Esther’s Media Portfolio
“All Patients Deserve Dignified Healthcare — Not Just the Thin Ones” — Popsugar, Published on 7/30/2024
“Diabetes and Hydration: Are You Drinking Enough Water?”
Diatribe, Published on 1/29/2024
“Does Dehydration Cause High Blood Sugar? Here’s What a Dietitian Says”
Eating Well, Published on 9/14/2023
“Westbury woman starts nonprofit to help Black women with breast cancer with free wellness retreats”
Newsday, Published on 10/17/2022
“The organization providing free travel experiences to Black women with cancer”
CNN, Published on 8/12/2022
“How this organization encourages healing through travel for Black women with breast cancer”
Lonely Planet, Published on 6/21/22
“Here’s When You Should Take That Magnesium Supplement” — Cosmopolitan, Published on 5/24/2024
“People on TikTok are eating vegetables dipped in mustard to lose weight. Experts say it isn’t ‘credible.'”
Yahoo Lifestyle, Published on 6/30/2023
“New year, same body: What body positivity can look like for you” Reckon News, January 11, 2023
“What is Binge Eating? An Intuitive Eating Dietitian Explains” Well & Good, August 19, 2023
“10 Ways Nutrition Experts Are Committing to Their Health This Year—Without Diets or Restriction”
Well & Good, January 17, 2024
“4 Frustratingly Common Myths About Diabetes and Blood Sugar, Busted by Diabetes Educators”
Well & Good, August 16, 2024
“Here’s How The ‘Girl Dinner’ Trend Went From Relatable To A Potential Cause For Concern”
BuzzFeed
“37 Anchovy, Sardine, and More Tiny Fish Recipes”
Bon Appétit, September 6, 2024
“Can Drinking Rice Water Help You Lose Weight? Or Is the ‘Rice-Zempic’ Trend Just Hype?”
GoodRx, August 1, 2024
“Here’s How the Weight Loss Drug Explosion Amplifies Weight Stigma”
Shape, November 29, 2023
MSU Denver Nutrition Diversity Conference
Speaker: Weight Bias in Diabetes Care: Exploring all the Intersections. September 2024
Antigua and Barbuda Holistic Coalition, Inc.
Speaker: Eating Disorders and Body Image in Black Children and Teens.May 2024
Black Women’s Mental Health Conference – NYU
Speaker: Do Black Women Get Eating Disorders? May 2024
Association For Size Diversity and Health
Speaker: Navigating Bias: Unpacking Weight Bias in Diabetes Care. May 2024
Suffolk County Dept. of Health Services’ Office of Minority Health
Speaker: Dispelling Myths: Eating Disorders in the BIPOC Community. Mar 2024
The Links Incorporated (LI) & Black K.A.R.E
Speaker: Eating to Prevent and Treat Chronic Kidney Disease. Mar 2024
Suffolk County Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Speaker: Embracing Wellness: Nourishing Your Relationship with Food. Mar 2024
International Conference on Diabetes and Eating Disorders – London
Speaker: Weight Bias in Diabetes Care: Exploring Intersections. Nov 2023
Women In travel Summit – Puerto Rico
Speaker: Size Inclusivity in the Travel Industry. May 2023
Black K.A.R.E Seminar
Panelist: Educating those at risk, empowering those diagnosed. March 2022
The Bod Con-Virtual Body Positivity Conference
Panelist: Diet Culture, Weight loss, & Wellness Explored-Panelist Feb 2002
American Diabetes Association
Speaker: Weight Stigma in Diabetes Care Feb 2022
Pacific Coast Producers – Heart of California Reimagine Tour September 2021
Panelist: Intuitive Eating
TEDD/WIND Inclusivity Conference
Panelist: Reclaiming our Plate/Diversify Dietetics -October 2020
Satisfaction Factor
Episode 81: Diabetes Myth Busting
Eat The Rules with Summer Innanen
Episode 252: How to Make Health Changes When You’ve Had Diet Brain
Embodiment for the Rest of Us
Season 3, Episode 5
Behind the Bite Podcast
Episode 148: Weight Loss Camps
Episode 132: Diabetes and Eating Disorders
All Bodies Nutrition Podcast
Season 1, Episode 21: Childhood Weight Loss Camp and Eating Disorders
RD Real Talk Podcast
Episode 179
Real Pink Podcast
Episode 274: Real Talk: I Need A Break
Book Esther for Your Next Speaking Engagement
Esther is available for in-person and virtual speaking engagements,
panel discussions, workshops, and media appearances.
To book Esther or inquire about her availability, please fill out the contact form below or reach out directly at etambenutrition@gmail.com.