Welcome to CosmoGlamor, your partner in a vibrant, healthy, and beautiful life. We believe that managing your health shouldn’t mean sacrificing flavor, joy, or the foods you love. Our mission is to empower you with delicious, reliable, and science-backed recipes and evidence-based wellness guidance that fits seamlessly into your life.
Our Story: Laura’s Mission
CosmoGlamor was born from the personal health journey of our founder, Laura Santiago.
Her perspective on food changed forever after her diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes and high blood pressure. That was her true “wake-up moment.” She vividly remembers the feeling of being told all the things she couldn’t eat. The joy she once found in food was suddenly replaced by fear and a sense that her future meals would be bland and unsatisfying.
She refused to accept that.
This personal challenge sparked a mission: to reclaim the joy of eating without compromising health. It wasn’t just about the food; she was also dealing with significant posture issues and chronic back pain from the extra weight. This personal struggle is what motivated her to become a fitness coach—focusing on functional movement and core strength to not just lose weight, but to move better and feel stronger.
Laura found success by integrating different evidence-based strategies, using low-carb principles and the Mediterranean diet to manage her blood sugar, while embracing the DASH diet to manage her blood pressure. Her research naturally expanded beyond just diet and exercise to include the critical roles of gut health, the hormonal shifts of menopause, and the power of mindfulness—discovering how beautifully all these elements of wellness are connected.
This is the same sustainable approach that, over the first 18 months of her journey, helped Laura lose 50 pounds, correct her posture, lower her own A1C from 7.8% to 6.1%, and manage her blood pressure from 145/95 mmHg down to a consistent 120/80 mmHg. This website is the culmination of that personal experience.
Our Philosophy: Helpful, Honest, and Rooted in Science
We are committed to being a source you can trust. In a world of conflicting health information, our promise to you is built on three core principles:
Led by our founder, an independent researcher with a B.S. in Computer Science and a fitness coach, our editorial process blends lived experience with careful, data-driven evidence review.
- Experience-Driven Content: Every recipe and article is inspired by real-life challenges. We create content that we use in our own lives, ensuring it’s practical, accessible, and genuinely helpful.
- Commitment to Accuracy: While our journey is personal, our information is grounded in evidence. We meticulously research our topics and base our guidance on information from leading health authorities to ensure our content is safe, accurate, and reliable. We are proud to reference organizations such as the American Diabetes Association (ADA), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the Mayo Clinic.
- Empowerment Through Knowledge: Our goal is to help you feel confident and in control of your health. We break down complex topics—from the DASH Diet to blood-sugar-friendly baking—into easy-to-understand, actionable advice that you can implement immediately.
What You’ll Find Here
CosmoGlamor is a comprehensive resource for your wellness journey. We cover a wide range of topics to help you live a balanced life:
- Health-Conscious Recipes: Delicious meals for managing diabetes, low-carb eating, supporting weight loss, and embracing healthy eating patterns like the Mediterranean and DASH diets.
- Practical Wellness Guides: Evidence-based articles breaking down complex topics from gut health to menopause into actionable advice.
- Holistic Lifestyle Tips: Practical insights to help you feel good from the inside out—including our founder’s holistic take on skincare, hair health, and other personal lifestyle topics (like tattoos).
Editorial Integrity, Disclaimers & Safety Notice
We follow a transparent editorial process: we cite reputable sources, disclose limitations, and update pages when new evidence emerges. If you spot an error, please contact us—corrections are logged with a visible “Last updated” stamp.
Medical Disclaimer: The information shared here is based on our founder’s personal experience and in-depth research. It is intended for educational purposes and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare professional for your specific health needs. We do not diagnose, treat, or provide individualized dosing.
Urgent Medical Warning: This website is not a substitute for professional medical care. If you are experiencing symptoms such as severe chest pain, shortness of breath, sudden dizziness, severe headache, or signs of very high or very low blood sugar, please call 911 or contact your doctor immediately.
Affiliate Disclosure: Some articles on this site may include affiliate links. We only recommend products and services we personally use or genuinely trust. This income helps support the site’s research and recipe development, and our editorial decisions are never influenced by affiliate partnerships.
Meet Our Founder
CosmoGlamor is led by Laura Santiago. She is an independent researcher with a B.S. in Computer Science, a fitness coach, and a passionate recipe developer. As you’ve read in our story, her personal health journey is the inspiration and driving force behind every piece of content on this site. You can learn even more about her specific methodology on her full author page.
Thank you for being here. We’re honored to be a part of your health journey.
Last updated: October 24, 2025