Cuisine
If Mexican Food is So Healthy, Why Are They So Fat?
Mexican food is undeniably delicious, but it's also high in calories, fat, and sodium. Despite this, many Mexicans maintain a cheerful and carefree attitude towards their diet.
Wellbeing
Well-being, which is also called wellness, prudential value, or quality of life, is what is valuable to a person in and of itself. So a person's well-being is what is good for them in the long run, what is in their own best interest.
Wellbeing
New Study Exposes Challenges in Teen Sexual Education
Study reveals Mexican teens face sexual health challenges due to social pressures, family dynamics, and traditional gender norms. Research of 444 adolescents shows lack of parent-child communication and domestic violence increase risky behaviors.
Health
How Modern Medicine Turned Dying into a Philosophical Traffic Jam
In a world where medical advances can keep us alive longer than ever, experts debate the fundamental right to choose when to end it all. From ancient civilizations to modern bioethics, the question remains: should we have the power to decide our final exit?
Culture
The Impressive Nudist Beach of Mexico: A Guide to Shedding Your Inhibitions (and Clothes)
Mexico's nudist beaches, especially Playa Zipolite, offer a liberating, carefree experience where clothing is optional and judgment is absent. These wild, stunning beaches provide a unique, unpretentious escape, allowing visitors to embrace freedom, nature, and perhaps an all-over tan.
Wellbeing
A Planet Full of Hungry Bastards and Not Enough Steak
The world faces a food crisis due to unsustainable consumption, climate change, and geopolitical conflicts. Hunger and malnutrition are rising, and resources are dwindling. To ensure a sustainable future, we must reduce food waste, consume more sustainably.
Wellbeing
A Compassionate Path to Healing for Families of Substance Users
The traditional approach of controlling and manipulating substance users by their families is ineffective. A new perspective emphasizes acceptance, validation, and training in skills like conscious attention.
Wellbeing
The Human Cost of Child Abuse in Mexico
Violence against children is a global crisis, particularly severe in Mexico. Expert calls for urgent action to protect children, emphasizing the importance of community care and reviving ancient protection practices.
Wellbeing
The Pervasive Problem of Early Pregnancy in Mexico
Early pregnancy is a widespread issue in Mexico, particularly affecting indigenous and impoverished girls. The consequences are severe: school dropout, poverty, and social isolation.
Health
Recognizing and Treating Childhood Depression
Childhood depression is rising, often undetected. Symptoms include isolation, irritability, and poor school performance. Caused by genetics and environment, it can lead to long-term issues. Early detection and treatment are crucial.
Wellbeing
Addressing Drug Addiction from Stigma to Support
Drug abuse is a global crisis with devastating consequences. The article highlights the need for comprehensive prevention and treatment programs, focusing on education, early intervention, and human rights.
Women
The Complexities of Widowhood Through Loss and Reinvention
Widowhood is a complex process influenced by relationship dynamics, personal resources, and societal roles. Women often face unique challenges, including emotional dependence and economic vulnerability.
Wellbeing
How Helicopter Parenting Harms Children
Overprotecting children, driven by parental stress, can lead to negative consequences for children's development, including lack of autonomy, low self-esteem, and difficulty coping with challenges.
Wellbeing
How Mexico's Dads are Redefining Fatherhood
Mexican fatherhood is ditching old ideas of distant providers and embracing a more involved, present role. Experts say it's about breaking stereotypes and building equality. Social programs and open communication are key to this transformation.
Health
How Lockdowns Left a Mark on Youth Mental Health
A study finds COVID-19 lockdowns worsened anxiety, depression in youth. Girls and teens hit hardest. Self-harm concerns rise, with teens hurting outside home. Experts urge mental health focus as youth return to normalcy to prevent lasting problems.
Wellbeing
Recognizing and Stopping Abuse Towards Older Adults
Elder abuse is a hidden epidemic. Fear of losing care silences seniors facing financial exploitation, neglect and emotional abuse. It's time to dismantle ageism and empower our golden generation to reclaim their voices.
Cuisine
Is Organic Food Worth the Price Tag?
Organic vs. conventional food: the great debate! Organic might have slightly more nutrients and less pesticide residue, but studies are inconclusive. Environmentally, organic is better, but local conventional can too. Taste is subjective.