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Featured Speaking and Media
Diabetes Canada
2022
Diabetes & Nutrition — Diabetes Canada / Canadian Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism Professional Conference. Calgary, Ca.
Jenna presented alongside Dr. Michael Mindrum on individualized nutrition approaches for people living with diabetes.
Learning objectives included examining intermittent fasting as a restrictive dietary approach, recognizing eating-disorder behaviours and diabetes distress, and applying principles of intuitive eating to individualized type 2 diabetes nutrition care.
2022
Ask the Dietitian: Demystifying Popular Eating Patterns — Diabetes Canada Let’s End Diabetes Virtual Conference
October 22, 2022
Jenna represented the intermittent-fasting perspective in a panel examining popular dietary patterns, alongside discussions of low-carbohydrate/keto and plant-based approaches.
The session explored how different eating patterns may fit into diabetes care while considering individual preferences, health goals and the potential risks of restrictive approaches.
2022
Dietary Patterns in Type 1 & Type 2 Diabetes — Diabetes Canada Healthcare Huddle Podcast
Diabetes Canada Healthcare Huddle Podcast | November 17, 2022
Jenna joined the Diabetes Canada Healthcare Huddle podcast to discuss dietary patterns in type 1 and type 2 diabetes, diabetes distress, nutrition and avoiding disordered eating in diabetes care.
Listen / explore the Diabetes Canada learning catalogue:
Diabetes Canada Learning Catalogue
2023
Remission of Type 2 Diabetes — Diabetes Canada Diabetes Frontline Forum
Jenna co-presented “Remission of Type 2 Diabetes” with Dr. Kaberi Dasgupta as part of the Diabetes Frontline Forum.
The session explored current approaches to type 2 diabetes remission and the role of nutrition and lifestyle interventions.
2024
Diabetes Canada Healthcare Huddle — Mental Health Series | July 16, 2024
Jenna returned to the Diabetes Canada Healthcare Huddle to discuss disordered eating and diabetes, with a focus on the intersection between diabetes management, mental health and eating behaviours. Listen here: https://podcast.show/diabeteshealthcarehuddle/disordered-eating-and-diabetes-with-jenna-walsh-mental-health-series/
2026
Diabetes Canada Healthcare Huddle:
June 23, 2026 Diabetes Canada Healthcare Huddle, registered dietitian Jenna Walsh joins Dr. Sara Stafford and Gail MacNeill to discuss the relationship between menopause and diabetes. They explore common symptoms, the role of estrogen in glucose regulation, and practical strategies to support patients through this transition. The conversation covers nutrition, protein needs, exercise, sleep, caffeine, alcohol and menopausal hormone therapy, providing healthcare providers with actionable tips to support women living with diabetes. Listen here: https://podcast.show/diabeteshealthcarehuddle/diabeteshealthcarehuddle-17/
Media and Publication Communications
Award-Winning Nutrition & Health Writing
Jenna has also been recognized for her ability to communicate complex topics through accessible, engaging public writing.
2021 — 1st Place
Best Guest/Freelance Column
Deep River North Renfrew Times
Ontario Community Newspapers Association — Better Newspapers Competition
Jenna received first place in the Best Guest/Freelance Column category. The winning column was recognized by the judges as a compelling and thoughtfully presented piece exploring the far-reaching effects of Canada's residential school system.
View the OCNA 2021 award results
2023 — 3rd Place
Best Guest/Freelance Column
Deep River North Renfrew Times
Ontario Community Newspapers Association — Better Newspapers Competition
Jenna received third place for her column “Battling Toxic Advice on Social Media,” examining nutrition misinformation, social-media health claims and the challenge of distinguishing evidence-based nutrition advice from pseudoscience.
Read “Battling Toxic Advice on Social Media”
Interested in Having Jenna Speak?
Jenna brings a combination of clinical experience, evidence-based nutrition knowledge and a practical, compassionate communication style to every presentation.
She is available for:
Professional education • Community workshops • Conferences • Podcasts • Webinars • Panel discussions • Media interviews • Workplace wellness • Public education
Get in touch:
Walsh Nutrition
Speaking topics can be adapted to the needs of your organization, audience and event.