A simple guide to nourishing your body with whole, real ingredients — from the Hispanic Restaurant Association
Get Real Food UpdatesThe average American gets over 60% of their calories from ultra-processed foods. These products are loaded with ingredients you can't pronounce and lack the nutrients your body needs to thrive.
There's a better way.
Real food fuels real performance. Focus on three core macronutrients — Proteins, Carbohydrates, and Healthy Fats — to build strength, sustain energy, and support overall wellness every day.
★ Aim for 20–40g protein per meal
★ Fill half your plate with vegetables
★ Healthy fats = sustained energy
Beef delivers more bioavailable nutrients per serving than any other common protein source. Here's what makes it stand apart:
Bioavailable form absorbed 2–3x better than plant sources
Critical for immune function, wound healing & testosterone
Essential for nerve function & red blood cells (absent in plants)
Fuels muscle energy — highest naturally in beef
Supports fat loss & lean muscle in grass-fed beef
All 9 essential amino acids in optimal ratios
Choose grass-fed, pasture-raised beef when possible for maximum nutrient density and healthier fat profiles.
Fresh meats, produce & dairy — skip the processed aisles.
If you can't pronounce it, you probably don't need it.
Use real ingredients from your cultural food heritage.
Drink water first. Flavor with lime, mint, or cucumber.
Real food isn't a trend — it's how our ancestors ate for generations. Traditional Hispanic cuisine is built on whole ingredients: fresh vegetables, quality proteins, healthy fats, and time-honored cooking methods.
The Real Food movement celebrates and preserves these cultural traditions while teaching the science of why they work.
The Hispanic Restaurant Association™ is dedicated to empowering communities through real food, real culture, and real nutrition.
Through our training institute and local initiatives — including farmers markets, nutrition guidelines, cooking classes, and connections to local farmers and ranchers — we educate people on eating real foods instead of processed food. From nutrition classes to prepared meals and knowledge of local food systems, we're building healthier communities one plate at a time.
Hispanic Culinary Institute
11860 Pecos St, Westminster, CO
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