In Conversation with Terry Shepherd

Dr. Marissa Toussaint - Flambeau Kitchen

Terry Shepherd

Ever feel like eating healthy means giving up the foods you grew up with? Dr. Marissa Toussaint says you don’t have to choose. Her new book Flambeau Kitchen blends Caribbean heritage with real, sustainable wellness—70+ recipes, practical tools, and guidance for conditions like high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes. Today we talk with her about honoring culture, embracing mindful eating, and finding health without losing the flavors of home.