Health
The “Skinny” on Vitamins
Learning how to take supplements properly for preventative care or to assist pre-existing illnesses can be a difficult undertaking. The use of supplements for preventative care and for optimum health is very controversial and many people have opposing views...
Culture & Lifestyle
Yogarte, Yoga, Meditation, and Art in La Sabana
For all of those that like yoga, art. live music and to visits art galleries, they will be interested in this opportunity. the FESTIVAL YOGARTE program combines an art tour, yoga class and meditation session in the Costa Rican Art Museum, located in La Sabana,...
Health
Costa Rica Health Care: Public or Private?
Kat Sunlove, TheCostaRicaNews.comFor some weeks now there has been the threat of a strike by health workers at Costa Rica’s national medical group, the Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social (CCSS). Last week on Tuesday, July 19, that threat was realized...
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Eating Chocolate can Protect the Skin from UV Light
In human subjects flavanol-rich chocolate improved cardiovascular risk factors including cholesterol, blood pressure, insulin sensitivity and endothelial function.
Health
Food and Politics
More than likely, you've never had a passing thought about whether or not your lunch is making big bucks for a number of politicians, but you should.
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Food combination: An effective method for eating healthy and losing weight
Eating healthy and trying to lose a few pounds can just be downright confusing. Laura Leff introduces us to an effective method to eat right while shedding weight.
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FDA approves new life-extending drug for the treatment of melanoma
Yervoy is the first melanoma drug to receive FDA approval in 13 years, and is proven to extend overall survival and improve the quality of life for advanced stage melanoma patients and those with metastasis.
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Daily use of sunscreen prevents melanoma
A new study proves that melanoma can be prevented by daily use of sunscreen. What type of sunblocks should you use and are they available in Costa Rica?
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Stop the effects of aging with antioxidants!
Slow down aging and disease with all the wonderfully abundant antioxidants available here in Costa Rica.
Health
Stress Can Lead to Increase in Belly Fat
Maybe you’re wondering why you can't get rid of that belly fat no matter how much you watch your diet or exercise. Let me enlighten you!
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National Symphony Orchestra to Offer Six Free Concerts in Desamparados, Santa Ana, and Guanacaste
With a musical repertoire that includes works by Gioachino Rossini, Leroy Anderson, John Williams, Vinicio Meza, and Carlos Guzmán,...