Paula’s grandmothers were cooks who passed on all they knew about food to Paula’s mother who then passed it to Paula. The more time Paula spent cooking, the more interested she became in food’s ability to prevent and manage disease. Paula realized she could fuse her culinary interests with her passion for health by pursuing a career in dietetics, which eventually led her to complete her Master’s in nutrition. Before joining the Culina Health team, Paula worked as a team dietitian at a personal training startup, and at God’s Love We Deliver.
Favorite cultural dish or comfort food: Pasta
Go-to morning beverage: Matcha latte
Favorite thing to purchase at the farmer’s market or grocery store: Seasonal fruits and veggies
Sleep ritual I never forget: Leaving phone in different room that I sleep in, reading 30 minutes before bed
What I listen to for inspiration: Taylor Swift
Favorite recipe: Gigi Hadid Pasta
Favorite nutrient-packed snack: Bada Bean Bada Boom
Favorite book/TV show/movie: Breakfast at Tiffany’s
Grocery shopping tip: Stock up on freezer/pantry essentials! You never know when you’ll need them.
What’s one small thing someone can do today to work toward a balanced eating pattern/lifestyle? Start planning your meals for the week and then make a grocery list.
A mindful eating moment you had recently: I was using my phone while eating breakfast and noticed I was eating super fast! Removing all distractions has been incredibly helpful in slowing down and checking in with myself.
Nutrition myth or trend you find particularly annoying and would like to set the record straight: Not eating fruit because it is high in sugar!!! Fruit is full of nutrients and shouldn’t be avoided. Sure, it should be enjoyed in adequate portions but that doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be eaten.
Language(s):
English
Spanish
French
Italian
Education:
Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition, New York University
Dietetic Internship:
New York University & Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Certificates:
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics & Diabetes Prevention Lifestyle Coach
Counseling Style:
Empathetic
Warm
Encouraging
Nurturing
Compassionate
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