HEBNI Nutrition Consultants
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805-881-8021
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Contact Information
2009 W. Central Blvd. Orlando, FL 32805
tel: +1 407-872-1333
Mission statement
Hebni is committed to providing nutrition programs and services that empower and educate underserved and minority communities.
Company Overview
Hebni Nutrition Consultants, Inc. is a community-based, nonprofit agency formed in 1995 to educate high-risk, culturally diverse populations about nutrition strategies to prevent diet-related diseases.
Company History
In 1995, three African-American dietitians united around a powerful vision: to transform their community’s health through culturally rooted nutrition education. Born from personal experiences watching family members struggle with diabetes and heart disease, they knew that prevention through proper nutrition was key – but it had to be delivered in a way that honored cultural traditions and heritage. Thus, Hebni Nutrition was born, pioneering a revolutionary approach that bridges the gap between healthy eating and cultural identity. What began as a mission to provide culturally sensitive nutrition education has blossomed into a comprehensive community wellness movement, featuring innovative programs like the Fresh Stop Bus – a mobile market bringing affordable, fresh produce to underserved neighborhoods across Central Florida.
Facts and Figures
- Founded: 1995
- 47,000+ Individuals served in last 5 years
- 10 Different Programs
- 54% est. number of Americans to have diabetes by 2030
What We Do
A sampling of what we do
Nutrition Education:
Project Oasis
Hands-On Cooking and Nutrition Education is an 8-week nutrition dietician-led education and hands-on cooking classes, teaching how to cook healthy meals. Biometric screenings, educational materials, and fresh fruits and veggies are all part of the program.
Results include: 60% of participants lost weight, 65% reduced blood glucose levels, 60% reduced blood pressure, 78% showed improved nutrition habits, and 75% showed an increase in knowledge of healthy foods and beverages.
KYDS Healthy Habits
Hebni’s KYDS Healthy Habits after-school program has seen improvements in healthy eating knowledge and behavior, including reduced BMI, as well as a 50% increase in consumption of fruits and vegetables, a 75% increase in water consumption, a 50% reduction in soda consumption, and a 65% increase in the amount of weekly exercise.
Fresh Stop Mobile Grocery
Created in January 2015, Fresh Stop is a repurposed bus that serves food desert neighborhoods. The market offers fresh fruit and vegetables in community-centered locations and at budget-friendly prices. It has served over 50,000 customers since its start.
Leadership team
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Glen Providence
Executive Director -
Roniece Weaver
Founding Partner -
Fabiola Gaines
Founding Partner -
Celines Martinez
Nutrition Program Manager
Media assets for download
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Logos
Logo Helping Kids Shine
Logo Sapphire Award from Florida Blue
Logo USTA Diversity Award
Case Studies/Stories/testimonials
Awards
A few of our awards
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