La Chica Organica™

Just Who is La Chica Organica? – Inside Story on How it all Got Started

01 Oct 2011 2 Comments

by LCO in Baby & Child Health, Beauty and Skin Care, Preggo Mama, Words for the Soul Tags: God, health, Herbal tea, Herbalism, la chica organica, natural health, organic food

I often get emails asking me how I got into health and wellness, herbal medicine and crafting organic products.  So here is a little bit about LCO and some of the services I offer.

My passion for health and helping people started from when I was a little girl.  I always enjoyed making teas, working with plants, planting, harvesting and being covered in dirt. LOL

Part of my journey began almost 10 years ago when my firstborn was diagnosed with severe asthma and allergies and ended up in a hospital for 6 weeks and then underwent a surgery.  He was not even 2 at the time.

I had exhausted all my efforts to keep him healthy and he was on over 5 meds a day and took many antibiotics just in his first year of life.  Deep down inside, I knew something was wrong with the amount of medicines he was taking; I knew that doing breathing treatments every 4 hours for weeks was not the answer.  So I started to delve deep into research and into my past.  A past of herbs, natural foods and living alongside nature.  Once armed with the courage, inspiration and determination, I started to do my own case studies on my son and our world was changed forever with what I found out.  During this process I could not help but remember as a little girl being told to run out into the garden to cut oregano, peppermint and any other herb that was to be used in my grandma’s kitchen.  This thought remained in the back of my head for many years.

After my awakening regarding my son’s health I was on a mission to go back to eating healthier things.  Not just for him but for me too.  You see there is a story I am not telling you here about a painful condition I had a few yrs before my son was born that required surgery but I did a fruit and vegetable fast for about 6 months and started making little changes and this issue along with my severe constipation cleared up.  My perils led me to become a health and wellness research specialist.

Little by little I was beginning to see all the nasty secrets of the pharmaceutical industry, our health system and the overall medical approach regarding health.  My studies led me to discover the truth behind toxic chemicals in food, infant formula, makeup, sanitary napkins, clothes, baby wash, nail polish, antibiotics, cosmetics and everything in between.

During this time I also discovered that nutrient based therapy for many diseases is safe, effective and inexpensive. But that’s the whole point! It’s so good and so easy to use nature for healing that it makes NO $$$ for Big Pharma and medical professionals, so you will most likely not hear about it from your doctor. You can’t patent nature, God created everything in nature and he holds the only patent! So because you cant patent nature, most health care professionals wont bother with nature alternatives!

In discovering these truths I was shocked, appalled, disgusted and saddened.  I knew I had to do something……that something evolved into La Chica Organica and later into making my own line of facial cleansers, organic herbal tea mixes, healing balms, salves, diaper rash creams, herbal baths and more.  After all I started making them out of love for my own family to ensure we were getting the very best organic products.

Everything I teach people to make and those things that I make myself are all with one thought in mind: “If I can’t use them for our children then it’s not good for anyone else”.

That is why my commitment to health is of utmost importance to me; so I make sure that La Chica Organica’s herbal creations DO NOT CONTAIN petro-chemicals, sodium lauryl sulfate, formaldehyde, mineral oils, parabens, PABA, pesticides, fungicides, herbicides and synthetic fillers.

Making quality non toxic creations using all that God blessed the earth with, and educating people about natural solutions is essential to me because I never forgot my days as a little girl cutting herbs and pulling up potatoes while walking barefoot in the yard.  That little girl became one of the most important aspects of La Chica Organica’s mission.  Why?  Well because that little girl represents all of us in our quest for a healthier and safer life.  She is one of the reasons for why I do what I do.

That little girl can also be seen in the faces of thousands of poverty-stricken children around the world that die each day because of a lack of proper nutrition and knowledge of natural treatments.    My desire is to equip people with life saving knowledge so that they can go out into the world and lead healthier happier lives and impact those that are suffering around them.  If I can’t use my life experiences to help others then whats the point of going through hard times?  In my lifetime and the life of my extended family I have encountered: cancer, arthritis, ADHD, asthma, allergies, black mold, chronic infections, irritable bowel syndrome, GERD, diverticulitis, back injuries, disability, high blood pressure, constipation, burns, excema, psoriasis, chronic diaper rashes, parasites, depression, nursing, child-birth, multiple childhood illnesses, high fevers, hormonal issues, bad breath, anemia, bone loss, periodontal disease and many other issues to long to place here.

So, as I have gone through life and dealt with various health issues in my family and extended family I have sought to learn as much as I can about them and use all that God created to aid us in recovery and prevention.

But sharing all of this with you would not be complete if I did not mention who was responsible for awakening my curiosity for natural cures, organic foods and herbs.  That would be my dear Papi, my dad who is probably strolling in a heavenly vineyard or dancing with the angels.  My dad was taken from us because of medical malpractice, but his love, and teachings are alive and etched inside my heart.  Dad, I know you would be proud!

It’s not easy, going through life altering events like loosing a loved one or battling with cancer.  My life has been full of hard times, good times and suffering, but I have found that if we survive with grace and faith we can share with others what we learned and make the world a better place.  That is what I strive to do with each class I teach, with each product I make and with each article I write.

It saddens me when I see people who claim to be health gurus and experts but they have no love for people.  Some of  them are new to health & wellness but they lie claiming to have years and years of experience, all in an effort to build a deceptive business and take your money.

LCO is not one of those people.  Being a health advocate is something I take very seriously, whether it is making an organic diaper rash balm or teaching people about healthier eating. All is the same to me. My motto is that we should live our life everyday as a gift and then give that gift away everyday. My passion for health is my gift, and that gift I give away to you and to others every single day!

And just for fun, the name La Chica Organica™ started as a joke from my husband when we were still dating.  In English it means The Organic Chic. He and many of our friends know that in most cases if it’s not Organic and healthy I don’t want it, although I sometimes find my self having to make wise non organic choices, like when the family goes out to eat Greek Food or when we are visiting friends who don’t share my passion for wholesome organic food, but ultimately I pay the price with an upset stomach or some other irritating symptom.  So I try to steer clear away from bad food unless it’s the only option and starvation does not win by popular vote.  LOL (Laughing out Loud)

So now that you know a little bit more about LCO, here are some of the services we offer.

Services for you and your family

LCO is a fun-loving mom of 3 beautiful children that enjoys sharing life building truth as a Health and Wellness Educator and Natural Health Researcher.  Her passion is also seen in the creation of her own line of organic herbal products for her family and the beautiful art of herbal crafting she teaches families.

Quite often, she is asked to share with moms about the value of using herbs for healing everyday ailments.  Her and her husband work together from time to time and have enjoyed doing home visits, cooking classes and supermarket chaperone classes together.   Part of her mission is to teach people all around the world about optimal health through proper nutrition and help parents make wiser food choices for their children.  She has a deep faith in God and believes that He created all the plants, trees and herbs for our well-being.  Her own life testimony of her families’ transition from bad health to better health has helped many families make healthier choices in their own life.

Personal Consultation

Are you wondering how you can benefit from a class with La Chica Organica?

Are you trying to eat healthier and find the task of grocery shopping too confusing?

Are you wondering how to incorporate healthy smoothies and juices into your daily routine?

Do you want to get your children to eat more green nutritious foods?

Are you an employee that wants to start a healthy eating program at work?

Need help learning about the toxic ingredients to avoid when shopping?

Need natural and safe solutions you can make to eliminate ants and bugs in your home or office?

Let LCO help you on your journey to renewed wellness.  From creative classes at your local grocery store, to meeting you at your home or place of business, LCO has a plan that will fit your needs and the needs of your family.  She has helped many people on an individual and group basis by teaching them how to create healthy meals in the kitchen, how to shop like a health guru, how to use herbs for sickness and so much more!

Don’t delay your journey to a healthier more vibrant you!  Contact her below to arrange a private Health and Wellness session as soon as possible.

Pricing is established based on individual needs.  LCO offers a variety of services:

At Home Visits – Prefered by many, these personalized visits covers specific family needs pertaining to any area of health.  LCO’s home visits will teach you the art of herbal medicine making, the ins and outs of incorporating more raw food, how to make green smoothies and detoxing juices, how to set up a healthy kitchen and pantry and many other topics.  Recipes she has shared include: how to make organic vinaigrettes, how to make organic mustard, how to make organic raw and vegan deserts, how to make organic baby food using ancient super-foods, How to make organic herbal honey with your favorite herb or flower and many other recipes.

On the Job Health & Wellness Training – Fun class for employees wanting to eat healthier, manage stress and work in a group to improve their overall health.  LCO will share ideas, recipes, videos and do a demonstration of how to prepare brain boosting smoothies and juices at work.

Supermarket Chaperone - This is by far one of LCO’s favorite classes.  It’s a fun, interactive class that is taught in several segments at various local grocery stores.  Each person will learn the basics of shopping for healthy foods, the difference between organic foods, GMO and conventional foods, toxic ingredients to avoid on food labels, raw foods and plant-based diets, fruits and veggies to buy for juicing and so much more.  You can take one class or all of them.  Classes can also be done via conference call for people who cannot join a local class.

God’s Green Herbs – Remedies & Solutions You Can Count On – Very fun and informative class.  LCO has offered this class to churches, women retreats and families.  Learn about essential herbs that each household should have and how to use them.  Some of the topics LCO will cover are: which herbs can be used for a sty, bleeding, muscle aches, canker sores, fever, high blood pressure and much more.

Immunity Boosting Herbal Medicine – Learn how to make your own herbal medicine at home and how to save hundreds of dollars a year by crafting your own remedies.  This class is a favorite for mommies and daddies alike.   Some of the topics covered are: making cough medicine, fever reduction tonics, making cold and flu remedies, immunity boosting tea blends and much more.

Raising Children Using Herbs

Juicing and Smoothie making for Newbies - An LCO customer favorite.  You will learn a step by step plan on how to incorporate healthy juices and smoothies in your diet. LCO will share recipes, techniques and benefits associated with each drink. 

LCO offers personalized classes also.  So if you see a few areas above and would like LCO to combine certain topics, fell free to drop her a line below and she will tailor a class for you!

Group pricing for classes start at $40 and up.  Personal consultations start at $75 per hour with a 2 hour minimum.

Phone and Email Support

Some people have asked La Chica Organica™ for phone and email support because they simply cannot make all the changes on their own and they need encouragement and guidance on their journey to renewed wellness.  A simple phone call and supporting emails can be all you need to get going and take charge of your health.  This is also a favorite with LCO fans and friends all over the US and internationally.

Preliminary phone consultation (1 hour) $60

For those that require more assistance she can also set up 6 days of supporting 30 minute phone calls and supporting emails for $300

To schedule a personal health and wellness at home visit, to invite her to speak at your church or office or to receive information about classes, please fill in the contact information below.

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Spanish consultations are available, just mention it in your request.

For more information on classes please contact LCO below

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Until next time, may you and yours be blessed.

Lots of Love

LCO