NMOSD Won’t Stop Me
Christine’s Unstoppable Story
Christine was born an only child in Los Angeles to parents who emigrated from Saigon following the Vietnam War. In 2003 at 23 years old, she was diagnosed with NMOSD and began losing her vision. By 2007, she was almost completely blind.
This did not stop her from winning MasterChef, becoming a literary editor, releasing her own cookbook or hosting a cooking show designed for the visually impaired.
She now owns two restaurants in Houston, has served as a culinary envoy on behalf of the American Embassy and travels the world giving TEDx Talks. NMOSD has not stopped her, far from it.

Christine’s Recipe for Living with NMOSD
See Christine’s tips for advocating for your health and overcoming challenges associated with NMOSD.


Unstoppable Resources
Guthy-Jackson Charitable Foundation
Connect with others and help fund research for treatments and a cure.
Siegel Rare Neuroimmune Association
Find critical resources, learn about the latest research, and connect with others diagnosed with rare neuroimmune disorders like NMOSD.
The Sumaira Foundation
Explore therapies and research, and connect with TSF ambassadors around the world.