Hello! I’m Cristina Maria Curp, Cuban-American, mother, military spouse, food lover and dreamer. I created this blog to share my passion of food as medicine. About to turn thirty, with a baby to care for I found my self at rock bottom. Emotionally and physically.
I was severely overweight, riddled with inflammation, pain, and fatigue. Something needed to change. So I looked at my food choices. As a lifelong binge eater, I was ready to stop the vicious cycle of guilt and self-harm. That is to say… I get it. I’ve been there. I had my day one.
I wasn’t perfect about this healthy lifestyle from day one, and I still am not. But I strive every day to feel better and be better.
A mama with a history of obesity, autoimmune disease, and a whole lotta emotional baggage. If I can turn this my hot mess express around, so can you.
I KNOW, I know in my bones that real food is the key to health, and a healthy, thriving life is the key to happiness. Here at The Castaway Kitchen, our mission is to spread the word that food does heal. That you can embrace the dietary and lifestyle changes that will change your life.
I want you to feel empowered and inspired to heal! By creating delicious resources, sharing information, and my own story, my goal is to help YOU find the nutritional path that is right for you. We’re all so unique and while I do share what has worked for me, it might not be what works for you, but I will help get you there!
Start here: FOOD AS MEDICINE
My Book: Made Whole
10 Fun Facts About me:
- Left-handed middle child
- Married to a sailor. We have two babies, a little boy, and our schnauzer.
- Made in Miami, with Cuban parts (first generation American).
- Bilingual (hablo Español)
- I’m a big girl! 5’9 and toting size 11 feet!
- I’ve lived in Miami, San Diego, Hawaii and now Virginia
- Sociology and Anthropology Major with a background in market research
- 6 years commercial kitchen experience, 3 as executive chef
- I’m hilarious
- I’m also loud and I talk with my hands
Maureen says
HI there! I just came across your web-site. It looks amazing!! Congratulations on your journey and thank you for sharing it!! I have diverticulitis presently for about the 5th time in 3 years. I am presently on antibiotics and a liquid diet. I have learned stuff here and there from Dr Axe and my naturopath but I too suffer with compulsive eating etc. Unfortunately, I am now almost 60, post-menopause, 5’3, used to be 5ft 4, shrinking, and about 200 lbs. Help! Advice!! Thank you in advance.
Cristina says
Hi Maureen, head to the blog area of my site, there are a lot of free resources and information at your disposal
Vannee says
Thanks for sharing your story and recipes. Will try it soon. Following the keto trend at the moment.
Anna says
Okay, I have your book and have made some of the recipes. Question: When it requires Microwaving, what is the alternative? I do not own one and would like to be able to do without one.
Cooking cauliflower rice? Any thoughts?
Thank you in advance. I am on this journey and your are an inspiration.
Cristina says
Oh like for the tortillas? Yes, you can just steam them stove top in a skillet with a tight fitting lid and a tablespoon of water.
As for cooking cauliflower rice my preferred method is in the oven, check out my crispy cauliflower fried rice recipe here on the blog!
Beverly says
My husband won your Made Whole cookbook at the Atlanta Nourish festival. My question: how many calories are in the daily AIP diet. My friend is in dire need of the AIP but cannot afford to lose any more weight. Thank you.
Cristina says
Hi Beverly, caloric needs aren’t about the diet, it’s about the person. AIP is not about weight loss, it’s about healing. So I would tell your friend to make sure they eat plenty! I recommend they use an app like Cronometer and they can plug in their personal information to figure out how many calories they need to maintain or gain weight.
Maria T Slibeck says
Just found your blog! My 16yr daughter is overweight and suffering with HS! Diet change has been hard for us. But as a mother, I have to do something to help her! We just celebrated her 16th bday on a cruise and I couldn’t get her in a bathing suit or in the pool. According to the labs she is sensitive to soooo many things. How will we ever cut it all out? Her dermatologist wants to start autoimmune therapy and I do not want to go there!!! I’m so glad I have found this resource! Thank you. Thank you for sharing your story.