Eating Healthy Week Presentation with American Heart Association, Pediatrics 2000 & Goya Foods

Health Talk at Pediatrics 2000 NYC | Eating Healthy Week with the American Heart Association & Goya Foods

I had the incredible opportunity to speak at Pediatrics 2000 in New York during Eating Healthy Week, in collaboration with the American Heart Association and Goya Foods. This special event brought together families, healthcare professionals, and community leaders to highlight the power of nutrition in shaping lifelong health. 💬 In this talk, I focused on:

  • The body’s innate ability to heal through food and lifestyle

  • Why our daily food choices matter more than we think

  • How simple, nourishing habits can support overall wellness for kids and adults

  • Plus, I did a live demo of one of my favorite quick and delicious snacks: Easy Creamy Hummus made in under 10 minutes! This recipe is:

    ✅ Affordable
    ✅ Kid-friendly
    ✅ Packed with protein, fiber, and flavor

    Whether you’re a parent, provider, or simply someone who cares about healthy living, this talk is full of insight and inspiration to help you eat well and feel your best.

Easy Creamy Hummus

Ingredients

  • 1 can chickpeas, drained

  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice or juice of 1 lime

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ¼ tsp cumin

  • ¼ tsp minced garlic or 1 clove

  • 3 Tbsp sesame tahini

  • ⅓ cup olive oil

Method
Combine all ingredients in the blender, and watch it whip! Super easy and delicious. Enjoy!

Featured on Univision: The Impact of Rising Food Prices on Family Nutrition & Health 🛒🥦

I had the honor of being featured in a Univision interview to discuss a critical and timely topic: how skyrocketing food prices are reshaping the way families eat, and how this is impacting their health. The question is, when processed food is more accessible and economical than whole foods, what can one do to eat healthy?

Here are some practical steps to consider:

  • Join a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture): This can provide more economical access to organic and fresh foods straight from local farms.

  • Explore your local Farmers Market: Savor fresh, seasonal produce. Nourishing your gut with these natural, locally grown foods supports digestion and overall health.

  • Follow the Dirty Dozen List: Use resources like the Environmental Working Group’s Dirty Dozen list to prioritize buying organic for the produce most contaminated with pesticides.

  • Opt for Frozen Fruits and Vegetables: Frozen options often retain nutrients and can be more affordable than fresh, especially out of season.

  • Learn to Grow Basic Herbs: Growing your own herbs at home is cost effective and enhances the flavor and nutrition of meals.

  • Join a Community Garden: Participate in a community garden near you to grow some of your own produce and connect with others interested in healthy eating.

Always keep in mind that you have the power to make choices, and with that power comes the chance to make better decisions for your well being. The next time you find yourself reaching for a bag of chips, try choosing nuts or fruit instead. Prioritize your health and take care of you.

Keeping Kids Healthy Talk

As parents, we want our kids to be vibrant, healthy, and resilient, especially in today’s world. In this video, I’m breaking down practical, and natural ways to support your child’s immune system, from what they eat to the herbs that can help them bounce back from common illnesses. Whether you're dealing with frequent sniffles, tummy bugs, or simply want to prevent those seasonal colds, this video shares holistic tools to build your child's health from the inside out.

Talk on how I managed my Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis naturally without meds.

II was 25 when I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. I remember hearing the words “incurable disease” and being told I’d need to take medication for the rest of my life. I didn’t fully grasp what that meant, but I knew something about it didn’t feel right.

Even then, there was a quiet knowing inside me a sense that my body wasn’t broken, it was asking for help. It took almost 10 years to trust that intuition. But when I did, and began truly listening to my body, everything started to change.

In just six months of shifting my diet and lifestyle, I was able to come off thyroid medication. Soon after, I became pregnant. And while I still live with Hashimoto’s, I’ve managed it naturally ever since with a deeper sense of balance, vitality, and trust in my body’s ability to heal.

Now, I help others do the same.

Whether it’s supporting the thyroid through food, reducing inflammation, or simply getting quiet enough to hear what your body is saying I believe in helping people reconnect with the innate healing intelligence within them.

My work is about more than just “clean eating” or symptom management. It’s about guiding you to become the expert of your own body to understand your unique needs, reclaim your energy, and step into a place of empowered, long-term wellness.