Protein: Choose Quality Over Quantity

Protein: Choose Quality Over Quantity

March 23 2023
I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Gigi about all things health, the Standard American...
The differences between American & European wheat/gluten.

The differences between American & European wheat/gluten.

November 15 2022
Le baguette, le croissant, éclair…some of the words that come to mind when I think France. I eat...
Homemade Sugar-Free Berry Syrup

Homemade Sugar-Free Berry Syrup

August 6 2022
INGREDIENTS:1 Cup of mixed fresh berriesJuice of 1/2 lemon1/2 cup of Coconut water2 Tbsp of raw h...
Gigi’s 3 Ingredient Pancakes

Gigi’s 3 Ingredient Pancakes

August 6 2022
On Sundays (and pretty much every day) pancakes almost always do the trick. We love making & ...
Mom’s Natural Cough Syrup

Mom’s Natural Cough Syrup

May 12 2022
Two weeks ago I went down with a bad cold that trickled down to every member in my family—includ...
Airfryer Patacones

Airfryer Patacones

March 19 2022
My most recent trip to Colombia inspired me to recreate a traditional dish (and one of my favori...
Green Pineapple Smoothie

Green Pineapple Smoothie

February 10 2022
 Calling all pineapple lovers!  This green pineapple smoothie is a refreshing blend of pineapple,...
Eat Yourself Sexy

Eat Yourself Sexy

February 5 2022
February is by far the sexiest month of the year, at least I like to think so. I’m always game to...
Immune Boosting Juice

Immune Boosting Juice

January 19 2022
This immune booster juice recipe is a potent mix of 4 fortifying root vegetables—beets, carrots,...
The Ultimate Recovery Smoothie

The Ultimate Recovery Smoothie

January 1 2022
 Did you have one too many cocktails this weekend and woke up feeling it today?Combating the dam...
Gut-Loving Hydrating Green Juice

Gut-Loving Hydrating Green Juice

December 26 2021
It's no secret that younger-looking, healthier skin starts in the gut. It’s where we make nutrie...
GF Salmon Nuggets

GF Salmon Nuggets

December 15 2021
These homemade salmon nuggets are an easy toddler dinner that everyone in the house will enjoy t...
6 Healthy Snacks That Get Me Through The Day

6 Healthy Snacks That Get Me Through The Day

November 29 2021
Though I’m not necessarily a snacker, now that I’m breastfeeding and hungry all the time, I find...
Roasted Pumpkin Stuffed with Coconut Rice By Chef Valentina Cordero Dávila

Roasted Pumpkin Stuffed with Coconut Rice By Chef Valentina Cordero Dávila

November 18 2021
  Recipe serves two* INGREDIENTS 1 Pumpkin 1 Cup of rice 1 Tablespoon of raisins 2 Tablespoons c...
Healthy Swaps: Halloween Treats

Healthy Swaps: Halloween Treats

October 29 2021
 Halloween is less than a week away. If this year you are sticking to your own modified version o...
Spooky Fun Halloween Platter

Spooky Fun Halloween Platter

October 29 2021
Only treats for Halloween this year!I love creating fun memories with my kids that will be embedd...
Caviar Pasta

Caviar Pasta

October 24 2021
 For World Pasta Day I wanted to share with you guys a recipe of a dish I craved often during my...
How To Build A Smoothie

How To Build A Smoothie

October 21 2021
Smoothies can be a great refreshing and light meal or snack for when you’re craving something fr...
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pancakes

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pancakes

October 20 2021
I've been working on this recipe for a while now and I finally got it right-- 5 ingredient GF Pum...
Benefits of pineapple peel water

Benefits of pineapple peel water

October 5 2021
Have you been throwing out your pineapple peels? Well, I urge you to reconsider as there are s...
A Look Inside Gigi's Coffee Cup

A Look Inside Gigi's Coffee Cup

September 28 2021
Like a good Colombian, coffee is a must in my morning ritual. I live for that dose of caffeine in...
Kitchen Sink Veggie Soup

Kitchen Sink Veggie Soup

September 7 2021
This hearty recipe ensures that none of your beloved and overpriced organic vegetables end up in ...
Zucchini Agrodolce

Zucchini Agrodolce

August 31 2021
 I absolutely love cooking with my husband. He is an Italian food fanatic and I'm a healthy food ...
Salmon & Couscous Salad

Salmon & Couscous Salad

August 3 2021
Happy Thursday Natural Beauties! This crispy pan seared salmon couscous salad I made last week tu...
What’s in Season: August Produce Guide

What’s in Season: August Produce Guide

August 3 2021
Happy August Natural Beauties! I can’t believe summer is already over. I’ve been swimming in summ...
Kid-Friendly Summer Popsicles

Kid-Friendly Summer Popsicles

July 20 2021
Popsicles are Shiva's favorite snack this summer and it's been the best way for me to sneak in fr...
Mango & Blue Spirulina Smoothie Bowl

Mango & Blue Spirulina Smoothie Bowl

July 13 2021
In a city like Miami, there is never a shortage of juice & smoothie bars. Ten years ago, the...
Alternative Meats: Are They Healthy?

Alternative Meats: Are They Healthy?

July 5 2021
Four years ago, I consciously decided to stop eating red meat because of the inflammation I expe...
Red, White, & Blue Fruit Kabobs

Red, White, & Blue Fruit Kabobs

July 3 2021
I want to start this message by saying how grateful I am as a Latina woman living in the United ...
Turmeric Veggie Quinoa

Turmeric Veggie Quinoa

June 29 2021
Quinoa with veggies is one of my favorite easy lunchtime plates to fix up for my family when I am...
My Go-To Plantbased Milks

My Go-To Plantbased Milks

June 28 2021
It's Meatless Monday at my house today, which means it is also time for a beginning of the wee...
Raw Mango Pie DF/GF/SF/V

Raw Mango Pie DF/GF/SF/V

June 21 2021
We've had an overwhelming amount of mangoes falling in the backyard due to the Summer heat, &...
Superfood Highlight: Turmeric

Superfood Highlight: Turmeric

June 15 2021
As I'm cruise through my second trimester, I reminisce on how different an experience I've had i...
Life In The Tropics: Avocado & Mango

Life In The Tropics: Avocado & Mango

June 9 2021
Miami's extra sunny weather has me in a tropical mood. It is hot all year round here, and my tas...
Shiva’s Quinoa & Cassava /GF Arepas

Shiva’s Quinoa & Cassava /GF Arepas

June 6 2021
A new week calls for a new recipe, and this one is extra special as it is close to my heart &...
Superfood Highlight: Eggs

Superfood Highlight: Eggs

May 23 2021
Do you eat eggs? During this pregnancy, my egg cravings have been off the charts! I have a love/...