How I can help you:

Hi, I’m Maya!

I am a certified holistic wellness coach. I am also a researcher and scholar of ancient and medieval history and medicine. My work bridges ancient wisdom and modern science, drawing from my background in ethnobotany, esoterica, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and historical healing practices.

Raised in a Chinese-Cuban household, I was immersed in traditional healing from birth—my mother was a Chinese doctor and acupuncturist. This upbringing shaped my deep understanding of synergizing herbal remedies with the body’s natural ability to come into balance. I integrate both Eastern and Western herbal traditions, combining them with functional nutrition, lifestyle medicine, and psycho-spiritual practices.

I have personally recovered from multiple autoimmune and neurological issues of my own through herbal, nutritional, and lifestyle interventions. This experience, along with five years of working with clients, has given me a nuanced and firsthand understanding the importance of treating the body as a complex and interconnected system.

My approach includes:

  • Personalized herbal and nutritional guidance

  • Support for gut/microbiome diversity, hormonal balance, and nervous system regulation

  • Trauma-informed, psycho-spiritual healing

  • Flavorful, nourishing meal plans, inspired by anthropological research on global cuisines and ancestral eating patterns

  • Movement, lymphatic flow, and circadian rhythm support

  • Integration of the above wellness practices and knowledge of aesthetics and skincare for beautification

As a historian, I research ancient and historical texts in Latin, Old English, and other languages of yore to recover overlooked systems of healing and addressing wellness, beauty, and self-care. My mission is to reconnect people to the deep intelligence of the body, the spirit, and the natural world—using tools that are rooted in tradition, supported by research, and tailored to the individual.



My philosophy—healing through nourishment.

Ars Alendi, meaning “The Art of Nourishment” in Latin, is my heartfelt approach to wellness. I believe true healing begins from within, through the mindful and intentional act of nourishment of our body. My mission is to guide you on a journey towards wellness, using the power of holistic nutrition, herbalism, self-care practices, and a deep connection with the nature our bodies were aligned with for eons. I have a profound respect for the body's inherent capability to heal and rebalance itself with the right nourishment.

I offer a wealth of resources to help you embrace a life of vitality and balance. Through personalized coaching sessions, we'll work together to transform your lifestyle and diet, learn about the healing properties of whole foods, and discover new ways to cultivate inner peace and resilience.

Whether you're dealing with specific concerns, like skin issues or nutritional imbalances, or just seeking to improve your overall well-being, I'm here to help. I dig into both scientific research & ancient texts and look for the key findings, so you get evidence- & tradition-based advice without hassle.

Clients trust me to offer practical solutions and personalized guidance. If you’re stressed, curious, or facing a unique health challenge, I am ready to guide you with deep research and practical advice. Ars Alendi offers the knowledge and inspiration you need to thrive.