With over 20 years of experience in nutrition and fitness, Ana has worked in a variety of settings, including clinical at Coler/Goldwater Memorial Hospital in NYC, public health at Jamaica Hospital, NY, and health and wellness, both privately and at different gyms. Combining her love for physical activity and health promotion, she also worked as a personal trainer for over 16 years. Ana has practiced nutrition and personal training in NY, California, Brazil and, most recently, Florida.
Native of Lima, Peru, Ana later moved to New York City, where her mother worked for the United Nations, and she attended the United Nations International School. Her love for helping people came early on, heading school organizations such as Oxfam and Youth for Environmental Action. She then went on to major in psychology and pre-medicine from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. After taking a biochemistry of nutrition class during her last year, she decided to put pediatrics aside and get a second major in nutrition and dietetics.
As a program advisor for PreviMedica, Ana enjoys applying her passion for helping people to promote optimal health.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and son outdoors biking, running, kayaking, swimming at the beach and traveling.
Disclaimer: It is important to note that food sensitivity testing is distinct from food allergy testing. While both tests share the objective of identifying potential food reactions, they vary in their diagnostic methodology and the types of reactions they detect. Food allergy testing commonly focuses on immediate, life-threatening reactions to foods, while food sensitivity testing aims to detect delayed responses that can be less severe but still affect one's health. Therefore, we strongly advise consulting with a qualified healthcare professional to determine which testing approach is most suitable for your particular situation.
