HEBNI Nutrition Consultants
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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
The most popular programs at Hebni
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, MS
Executive Director -
Roniece Weaver, MS, RD, LD
Founding Partner, Director of Agency Operations, Registered Dietitian- Roniece Weaver has co-authored several wellness books. “The New Soul Food Cookbook for People with Diabetes”, “Slim Down Sister”, “Month of Meals”
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Fabiola Gaines
Founding Partner, Director of Nutrition Services, Registered Dietitian- Ms. Gaines has co-authored several wellness books. “The New Soul Food Cookbook for People with Diabetes”, “Slim Down Sister”, “Month of Meals”
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Celines Martinez, MS, RDN / LDN
Nutrition Program Manager, Bilingual - Spanish and English
Media assets for download
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Glen Providence
Fabiola Gaines
Roniece Weaver
Celines Martinez
Videos & B-roll
Hebni Fresh Stop Apples - Download
Hebni Fresh Stop Limes - Download
Hebni Fresh Stop Romaine - Download
Art and Heart Healthy Soles - Download
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Sprouts Check Presentation to Hebni - Download
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