New Year’s resolutions are notorious for instilling the desire for change in people. They focus on modifying undesirable traits or behaviors; thus, they aim to take something away. But depriving yourself of your favorite food (to lose weight) can have quite the opposite effect, leaving you in a cloud of frustration because you were unable to achieve your goal. The… View Post
It’s hard to believe that the holidays are officially over. Whereas last month we were relishing the most wonderful time of the year, now we are in arguably the longest, most depressing month of the year. This is called post-holiday blues. While January can be viewed as a new beginning, in reality, it is a month filled with the feeling… View Post
Since 2017, reports of leptospirosis in Puerto Rico have been alarming. Though the bacterial disease isn’t pinned on mainstream trending headlines, it should be since it’s becoming more of an issue today. To better grasp what leptospirosis is and why it’s mainly affecting Puerto Rico, let’s dig into what we know. What is leptospirosis? Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that… View Post
Este artículo es parte de una colaboración patrocinada con Latina Moms y FeverAll®. Uno de los momentos más vulnerables de una mamá es cuando sus hijos se enferman. Ver a nuestros hijos sufrir, es demasiado frustrante, en especial cuando tienen fiebre. Es por ello que, desde que nos convertimos en madres, con frecuencia hacemos toda la investigación posible para aprender… View Post
As we dwell in the limbo between Christmas and New Year’s, it can be hard to come to terms with the fact that the year is just about over. While many of us are still sorting through piles of leftovers and unopened gifts, it’s time to start preparing for 2023. New Year’s Eve is probably one of the most… View Post
There are many reasons for feeling down, depressed, stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed during the holidays. From the pressure of family gatherings and gift-giving to feelings of loneliness or loss to feeling emotionally spread too thin and overbooked with social commitments, the holidays can take a severe toll on our mental health. In fact, over 38 percent of people surveyed felt… View Post
As people around the world ring in the New Year and celebrate new beginnings, millions of people are setting New Year’s Resolutions for 2023. The problem is, for many people, these resolutions will fail miserably. Why? Because resolutions usually don’t work, we’re all setting ourselves up to fail. What we should be doing is focusing on a change in perspective… View Post
The holidays are here, which means that it’s officially cozy season, people! It’s time to break out the softest, warmest, coziest goods and hunker down at home for some quality time with loved ones (and your couch). Whether you live somewhere cold or are just in a holiday hibernation mood, this time of year is meant for softness, comfort, snuggles,… View Post
When you think about your daily routine, what is the first thing that comes to your mind? Is it enjoying a warm cup of coffee before the kids wake up? Is it making yourself breakfast or going for a walk with your dog every morning? What seems like second nature to us is, in reality, a ritual we have created… View Post
One thing’s for sure during the holiday season: shopping. We all have a long list of gifts to buy for our partners, friends, or family — the list goes on. Buying a gift for your loved ones can be overwhelming, as the hunt plagues you to find the perfect gifts for them. You would much rather spend your hard-earned money… View Post
Colombians are known for their love of all things Christmas. They begin to anticipate the arrival of the holiday season as early as September. The holiday spirit is in our blood, and one step into any Colombian city during December can fill just about anyone with warmth and joy. It can be pretty hectic, though. With parties, religious festivities, more… View Post
The Hispanic population is growing at record rates in the United States. According to the U.S. Census, as of July 1, 2021, the Hispanic population in the U.S. is 62.6 million, making up 18.9 percent of the total population. Even though Hispanics are the largest minority group in this country, the healthcare available to Hispanics and catering to their needs… View Post
