Health and Wellness Archives

Immune-Boosting Herbs Popular Throughout Latin America

Nicole YoungJanuary 21, 2022

by Nicole YoungJanuary 21, 202205292

Taking care of our immune system has been a number one priority these past couple of years. There are many things we can do to give it a little boost and improve overall health: eat fruits and veggies, get at...

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Gift Guide: 12 Latinx-Owned Must-Have Wellness Products for Self Care

Nicole YoungNovember 10, 2021December 6, 2021

by Nicole YoungNovember 10, 2021December 6, 202108770

Over the last year it has become clear that prioritizing wellness is essential as we continue to experience life amid a pandemic. With self-care being a top priority, why not give a wellness gift this holiday season? Wellness can be...

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10 Latina-Owned Wellness Brands That Will Elevate Your Self-Care Routine

Nicole YoungAugust 18, 2021

by Nicole YoungAugust 18, 202107742

It’s no surprise that the pandemic and quarantine has taken a toll on our overall mental and physical health. If you haven’t done so already, it’s time to start taking care of your well-being and that starts with prioritizing your...

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9 Latinas Working in Health and Wellness to Help Women of Color

Nicole YoungMay 18, 2021May 19, 2021

by Nicole YoungMay 18, 2021May 19, 2021018026

This past year has been stressful, to say the least, and our health as been front of mind as we navigated a pandemic and quarantine. Many Latinas stepped up to support women in need as we searched for ways to...

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Digame: Dr. Veroshk Williams Talks Fusing Astrology with Psychology

Virginia IsaadMarch 31, 2021April 30, 2021

by Virginia IsaadMarch 31, 2021April 30, 202105263

Digame is a monthly series featuring prominent Latinx leaders, activists, entrepreneurs, and public figures uplifting the community and making a difference. Born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Dr. Veroshk Williams is a psychologist and astrologist who has overcome great...

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Digame: Afro-Dominican Holistic Wellness Expert Dr. Mariel Buquè Talks Healing BIPOC

Virginia IsaadJanuary 29, 2021April 30, 2021

by Virginia IsaadJanuary 29, 2021April 30, 202107678

Digame is a monthly series featuring prominent Latinx leaders, activists, entrepreneurs, and public figures uplifting the community and making a difference. Dr. Mariel Buquè is a Columbia University-trained Afro-Dominican psychologist, holistic wellness expert, and sound bath meditation healer. Her work focuses...

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10 Latina Life & Career Coaches Share Tips to Thrive in 2020

Virginia IsaadApril 15, 2020August 21, 2020

by Virginia IsaadApril 15, 2020August 21, 202004235

The pressure to plan for the future and prep to become the best version of yourself is real, but that is easier said than done and for Latinas juggling tons of responsibilities between work and familia it can feel downright...

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10 Latina Life & Career Coaches Share Tips to Thrive in 2020

Virginia IsaadDecember 11, 2019July 8, 2020

by Virginia IsaadDecember 11, 2019July 8, 2020014290

Toward the end of the year, there’s pressure to plan for the future and prep to become the best version of yourself but all that is easier said than done and for Latinas prone to juggling a lot of responsibilities...

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15 Ways Taking a Nap Will Change Your Life

HipLatinaMarch 11, 2019August 11, 2020

by HipLatinaMarch 11, 2019August 11, 202004597

Remember when we used to hate naps? How many children have had full-on tantrums, refusing to get some shut-eye because of major FOMO? It feels like not much has changed. As adults, we generally refuse to take advantage of the rare...

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12 Signs Your Drinking Might Be Going Too Far

Irina GonzalezApril 24, 2018October 15, 2020

by Irina GonzalezApril 24, 2018October 15, 202003232

Talking about drinking is not always easy. As a recovering alcoholic, I would know. Before I finally admitted that I had a serious problem and sought help (with the help of my parents), my drinking had been on a steady...