by Linda Castillo When I was young I never quite got the hang of putting makeup on. I would either be wearing a foundation that was a few shades off from my natural skin color or wear a crazy eye shadow color that ended up changing colors by the end of the day. And for the life of me till this day, I still can't perfect putting on eyeliner, and believe me I would love to … [Read more...] about Best of Me
Archives for August 2012
Election 2012: We Decide
by Linda Castillo The right to vote is very important to me and since I turned 18 I have never missed voting in an election. The 2012 election is especially critical because I will be voting as a mother. Why is that different than any other time I have voted? Well, you see it is the first time that I feel I have a greater sense of responsibility. Don’t get me wrong I have … [Read more...] about Election 2012: We Decide
Gray Hairs: Treatments and Solutions
by Rachel Ramirez For some, finding the first gray hair may be a beginning sign of youth fading, but luckily, there are several products available that may help slow down the rate of grays and possibly restore lost pigment. As someone who experiences genetic premature graying, I found my first gray hair at age 13. Then, in my mid-twenties, the grays started slowly showing … [Read more...] about Gray Hairs: Treatments and Solutions
Children’s Health and Exercise: 5 Weeks of Yoga/Boot Camp
by Healthy Latina in the City This month we will take a detour from talking about healthy eating and talk about children’s health and exercise. For the past 5 weeks I have been working at a comprehensive academic enrichment program for motivated middle school students who are: first-generation college-bound, low-income and traditionally underrepresented at college … [Read more...] about Children’s Health and Exercise: 5 Weeks of Yoga/Boot Camp
I love Avocados!
by Linda Castillo Many centuries ago, the world’s first avocado was grown in Mexico and to this day Mexico continues to be a major source for avocados. With Mexico’s fertile soil and climate, avocado trees are able to naturally bloom four times a year. And that’s lucky for you and me because that means we can enjoy avocados year-round no matter what the season. For more … [Read more...] about I love Avocados!