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My Story

Hi! I'm JennyLee Molina - you may know me as @jennyleeisme.

I'm a Latina, multi-passionate entrepreneur, writer and mom on a mission to live my best life while inspiring others to do the same.

I love shining the spotlight on people, products and places that align with my values.

I follow a whole food plant-based diet with the occasional vegan junk food indulgence. Balance is key but always cruelty-free.

HOW IT ALL BEGAN

My vegan lifestyle began during my pregnancy in 2010. I had an almost immediate aversion to eggs and meat. It just grossed me out! I thought my nauseousness was just a "pregnancy thing" but it looking back it was when my curiosity for plant-based nutrition began.

As a business owner and new mom, I often opted for convenience over nutrition when it came to my own food yet I was making homemade organic baby food for my son. As most moms know, we always end up with the leftovers.

Long back-to-back days would lead to late night binge eating. My days of being a "gym rat" were over. I treated working out as a luxury instead of a necessary priority. I quickly put on weight and my health began to decline.

MY WAKE-UP CALL

In 2017, I found myself facing a sobering reality. At only 35, I was diagnosed with pre-diabetes. I was suffering from sleep apnea and I had high triglycerides and high cholesterol. I was obese and I had also grown complacent.

As a mom, I was committed to feeding my child the best I knew how.

As an entrepreneur, I was committed to working hard but at what expense?

I poured love into everyone else... so, why wasn't I doing it for ME?

My deteriorating health was the wake-up call that propelled my lifelong wellness journey. I knew I had the power to heal myself but how?

For so long, I didn't feel like myself. I was irritable, anxious, overwhelmed. I attributed it all to stress and too much work instead of the real culprit: lack of discipline and self-love.

THE JOURNEY CONTINUES

So many of us put everyone and everything else first. We turn to food for comfort only to find ourselves trapped in the viscous cycle of yo-yo dieting. Embracing an active, plant-based lifestyle that is both delicious and nutritious has served me well. But the journey continues!

Living a purpose-driven life sometimes takes a wake up call like mine. Success requires support. And I'm here to support you!

Today, I am happy to say that I have completely reversed my detrimental health conditions including my pre-diabetes and I truly feel better than ever! I've lost over 80lbs. and I'm still slaying my goals!

My relationship with food has evolved. I recognize that food is fuel but I'm a foodie fist.

I love cooking plant-powered versions of comfort foods with an emphasis on my Cuban culture. I'm all about sharing delicious, plant-powered recipes that anyone can enjoy.

If you find yourself facing similar health challenges, you are not alone!

If you need some plant-based foodie inspiration, I've got you!

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Hi! I'm JennyLee! I'm a Latina mom, entrepreneur, plant-powered foodie and your new vegan BFF. I’m here to inspire you to love your life and your food. Here you'll find approachable recipes, wellness tips and family travel recommendations. Read my story here.

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