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Superfoods are a class of the most potent, super-concentrated, and nutrient rich foods on the planet, and they have the ability to empower all of the organs in our bodies. Tasty and satisfying, superfoods have the ability to increase the vital force and energy in one’s body, but some of their other contributing factors, are Read More
Let’s face it – Latinos are getting fatter. Obesity is no longer just a “gringo” problem. Latinos in the U.S., both U.S. born and foreign-born, are now faced with increasing levels of obesity. In 2010, U.S. Latinos were 1.2 times more likely to be obese than non-Latino Whites. Among Latina women, obesity is highly prevalent; Read More
Vacuuming. . .mopping. . .dishes. . .laundry. Maintaining a clean home can feel like a monotonous to-do list that has no end in sight. In today’s busy world, finding time to do it all and go to the gym can sometimes feel impossible and a choice of one over the other must be made. The Read More
The New York Times recently reported on the phenomenon of cash-only bodega clinicas in U.S. cities with a booming Latino population. These clinics, which are essentially doctors’ offices, provide a comprehensive range of services for their patients with one caveat: Cash Only. Sounds great, right? Maybe. Whether you find the Affordable Care Act to be Read More
According to 2010 statistics, there is currently just over 15% of Americans living in poverty, although U.S. Latinos are at a much higher rate with over 25% of the total population. The official money mark for a single person to be considered living in poverty, is income less than $11,170. Of all the ill-effects poverty Read More
Traveling in general can throw a wrench in anyone’s normal lifestyle, but doing so during the holiday season takes it to a whole different level. Even the most seasoned traveler can get caught up in the stress that comes along with the trip, but there are several ways you can stay healthy as you travel Read More
Food and fitness are keystones of a healthy lifestyle. However, the healthy living equation is a lot more complex than what you eat and how often you move. It also includes every day habits that can be either health-enhancing or health-sabotaging. Below are 7 simple tips to get you closer to holistic living. 1. Apple Read More
Most of us like to consider ourselves modern. We have the latest phones, we have progressive values, and we cook with some pretty cool gadgets that our abuelos never had. Yes, the modern world is great. At no other point could you relax on a massaging chair while you enjoy fresh fruits grown thousands of Read More
I have sleep apnea, and I am not alone. Sleep apnea is a very common type of sleep disorder, in which over the course of a night, a person experiences involuntary, interrupted breathing or very shallow breaths. These breathing pauses last anywhere from a few seconds to a few minutes, and can occur up to Read More
Labor Day and barbecues go together like café con leche. If you are like me, a proud self-identified health fanatic, you probably have a plan to enjoy your familia’s delicious take on this American tradition. If you don’t I invite you to adopt and edit this easy and practical one. Fasting: According to The Scientific Read More