My mom is my 'why'

I was born and raised on the east coast in a home where the kitchen was central and my Mexican mother brought it to life with her daily cooking. I now make many of her dishes, starting with the same extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and onion — a scent that still connects us. She introduced me to health at a young age, especially as she navigated my allergies and gluten intolerance.

In 2017, my mom’s ovarian cancer diagnosis turned my world upside down. As I struggled with anxiety that I'd never previously experienced, I turned to functional medicine and discovered my hormones were out of balance. Lifestyle and some diet changes transformed my health and changed my life. My healing alongside my mom’s journey is why I'm in this line of work.

After she passed in 2020, I wanted to turn my pain into purpose. I shifted my path to help others heal from within by understanding their own bodies. I focus on preventative wellness, guiding people to build sustainable habits for lasting physical, mental, and emotional well-being. With the right nutrients and routines, our bodies have the power to heal.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family (especially my nieces and nephews), being at the beach, playing sports, and traveling. I played rugby and ice hockey through high school and college, which were some of my favorite years. After college, I competed in CrossFit competitions, and currently I play ice hockey on and off in a women’s league in Los Angeles. Over the past decade, I’ve been blessed enough to visit 21 countries and have many memorable experiences. I love exploring new cultures through food and connection!