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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
I’m a Latina Dietitian. Here’s Why I Recommend Enchiladas.
As a dietitian and proud Latina, I recommend enchiladas as a healthy meal option all the time! So many of my Latina clients are scared to enjoy their favorite Latino foods because they’ve heard that they’re unhealthy. But the truth is that Mexican food is full of healthy options (and all Latin American food, for
Is Mole Healthy? A Latina Dietitian Explains the Benefits
If you’re wondering if mole is healthy, it may be because you’re not used to hearing about the health benefits of traditional Mexican foods. As a Latina dietitian, I’ve spent years talking to Latinos about food and nutrition. Time and time again, I hear them say they’ve been told to avoid traditional Latino foods. But
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
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