Awards & Recognition
Dr. Candida "Didi" Khan, PhD, MSc Nutrition, RDN, is an award-winning Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Chronic Disease Specialist, entrepreneur, author, and public health advocate committed to transforming lives through evidence-based nutrition.
Driven by a passion for disease prevention and wellness, Dr. Didi has built a career dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and communities to take control of their health. With extensive experience across Trinidad and Tobago's public and private healthcare sectors, international healthcare organizations, and nutrition research, she combines scientific expertise with practical, personalized nutrition strategies that create lasting results.
In 2026, she earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nutrition and Diet Therapy from Selinus University, further strengthening her commitment to advancing nutrition science and improving health outcomes. Her vision extends beyond consultations—she is on a mission to redefine how people experience healthy living.
Lifestyle Modifications and Behaviour Change in Managing Chronic Diseases By: Candida Khan
That vision became a reality with the opening of Didi's Healthy Living Café in 2024, where nutritious, wholesome meals and healthy products make wellness both accessible and enjoyable. She is also the author of several nutrition and wellness books available on Amazon, including 50 Guiltless Chocolate Recipes, Simple, Quick & Easy Recipes, Managing Your Diabetes, and Didi's Motivational Booklet.
Dr. Didi's leadership and impact have been recognized through numerous national and international awards, including the Gestalt Woman Leader Award (2022), 2nd Place in the International Elevate Youth Academy (2020), the Health and Wellness Youth Award (2019), recognition as a Youth Influencer by the Ministry of Sport and Youth Affairs, and a Certificate of Achievement (2020). She continues to expand her expertise through ongoing professional education, ensuring her clients receive the highest standard of nutrition care.
Her commitment to service extends far beyond the clinic. Through her charitable initiative, Didi's Donations, she has helped provide fresh fruits and vegetables to families in need while supporting local farmers, demonstrating her belief that good nutrition should be accessible to everyone.
Vision
To prevent and reduce lifestyle related diseases in Trinidad and Tobago and around the world by empowering people to make informed, healthy choices through evidence-based nutrition and education.
Media Features
A trusted health educator, speaker, media personality, and brand ambassador, Dr. Didi reaches thousands through educational programs, community outreach, and digital platforms. Her authenticity, resilience, and unwavering dedication have made her one of Trinidad and Tobago's leading voices in nutrition and wellness.
Whether through clinical nutrition therapy, education, entrepreneurship, or community service, Dr. Didi's purpose remains the same, to inspire healthier lives, prevent chronic disease, and create a healthier future for generations to come.
