Lorena Drago is a Colombian-American Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist who bridges the gap between clinical science and cultural heritage. She serves as a consultant for the American Frozen Food Institute and the National Mango Board, tailoring medical guidance to the dietary habits of eleven distinct Hispanic subgroups. Drago authored the book Beyond Rice and Beans and developed the Breaking the Cultural Code online course, which provides accredited continuing education for healthcare professionals. She recently introduced a series on Artificial Intelligence in Nutrition Care, exploring how large language models assist in clinical research and patient advocacy. Her professional contributions include serving as Chair of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council for the Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists. Utilizing patented Nutriportion Measuring Cups and visual metaphors like the Bus and Passenger insulin analogy, she provides actionable education that respects Colombian, Mexican, and Caribbean culinary traditions.