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Have you ever looked at a healthy recipe or nutrition article and thought “that’s just not me! Where are the foods I grew up with?!”
If so, you’re not alone.
I’m a Latina dietitian nutritionist and I believe you don’t have to choose between your health and your cultural foods.
Here you’ll find the most up-to-date evidence-based nutrition, explained in a way that’s relevant to Latin American foods and culture.
No more feeling caught in the middle of wanting to eat healthy and wanting to keep your food traditions alive.
Nutrition That Celebrates Your Culture
Nutrition should build you up and empower you.
That's why making space for all of you, including your heritage, is so important.
Explore my offerings below
Blog
In-depth, evidence-based information on the nutrition benefits of our heritage foods.
Latino Meal Plans
Healthy meal plans with your favorite Latino foods. Start with a free 1-week Mexican meal plan!
Training for Dietitians and Health Professionals
Learn my approach to inclusive nutrition counseling for Latin American cultural foods.
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Recent Blog Posts
Is Mexican Rice Healthy? You May be Surprised
Ever wonder if Mexican rice is healthy? Most people think it’s unhealthy, but the truth is more complicated than that! I’m a Latina dietitian and I’ve dedicated my career to showing how healthy our cultural foods can be! It’s a common misconception that Mexican food is unhealthy, but our food traditions have been nourishing us
Are Tacos Healthy? I’m a Latina Dietitian, and I Say Yes!
Ever wonder if tacos are actually healthy? After all, memes about liking tacos too much to follow a diet are everywhere. But as a dietitian who has made it my mission to celebrate Latino cultural foods, these jokes frustrate me. They’re a sign of the fact that we treat tacos and other Mexican foods as
Your Guide to 28 Mexican Vegetables (Nutrition & Recipes)
If you love Mexican food and want to incorporate more vegetables into your diet, this guide is for you! You’ll learn about some common Mexican veggies, along with their benefits and how to eat them.
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Grab my free 5-Day Latino Meal Planner to help you build balanced meals with your favorite Latino foods. Includes Latino food groups list and meal checklist.