Mónica Rodríguez
Gaia Alimentos
Across Latin America, diets rich in heritage have been replaced by cheaper, faster, and more harmful alternatives. But what if innovation could bring us back to what matters: Our people, our produce, our plates?
Reclaiming health and tradition through food
In a region where food represents love, memory, and identity, the rise of ultra-processed foods has eroded public health, severed connections to ancestral roots, and deepened the crisis of food insecurity.
Founded in Monterrey, Mexico, Gaia Alimentos is rewriting this story with humble ingredients and a bold mission. Established by Mónica Rodríguez, Gaia Alimentos food innovation company is committed to creating nutritious, culturally relevant alternatives to ultra-processed foods beginning with its flagship product: Tortillas Verdes. These vibrant green tortillas, infused with local vegetables and crafted from the same heirloom corn that has nourished generations, offer a fresh path forward that honours heritage while championing health. With every bite, Gaia Alimentos brings communities closer to their culinary roots while delivering real, measurable nutrition.
Rooted in culture, powered by science
By incorporating local vegetables into everyday staples like tortillas, Gaia Alimentos offers a bridge between past and present, making it easier for families to embrace healthier choices that feel familiar, taste delicious, and nourish deeply.
To date, Gaia Alimentos has reached more than 1,000 families, each one a step toward greater food equity and long-term public health. With plans to scale its impact and spark new food security initiatives across the region, Gaia Alimentos continues to lead with science-backed, culturally grounded innovation.
Gaia Alimentos is a Mexican food innovation company creating nutritious, culturally relevant alternatives to ultra-processed foods.
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