Locally acquired (i.e. not travel related) malaria has been reported in Maryland for the first time in 40 years. According to a recent report, the Maryland Department of Health confirmed a positive case of malaria in an individual who denied any exposure via foreign travel or to other US states with known malaria cases. Malaria is a mosquito born disease transmitted by the … [Read more...] about First Time In 40 Years – Malaria In Maryland
Prior Posts
What is Nixtamalization? Masienda Heirloom Corn Tortillas and Ancient Traditions
We recently discovered Masienda Tortillas at a local Whole Foods store. After trying many brands of tortillas, both here in the United States and in Mexico, we're always searching for great tortillas. Personally, the corn tortilla is our favorite. Corn is the perfect ingredient for tortillas. Corn is considered a whole grain; gluten-free, it's naturally higher in … [Read more...] about What is Nixtamalization? Masienda Heirloom Corn Tortillas and Ancient Traditions
Global Anti Aging Market Predicted Growth – Over 400 Billion by 2030
Researchers reversed the aging process in lab cells years ago (and were awarded the Nobel Prize). In more recent news, another group published "an age reversing cocktail." The battle against aging and its deleterious effects is expanding scientifically as well as commercially.. A recent study1 revealed "the global Anti-Aging market size was worth around USD 200.12 billion in … [Read more...] about Global Anti Aging Market Predicted Growth – Over 400 Billion by 2030
Fake News Replaced by Vague News – “Chinese in almost every country in Latin America” and NYC…
As economic concerns over international trade increase, recent reports have focused on China's presence in Latin America. Vague headlines such as "The Chinese are in almost every country in Latin America: Rep. Henry Cuellar" imply a physical presence rather than increasing overall influence. Yet, while reporters focus on the effects of China's influence in other countries, news … [Read more...] about Fake News Replaced by Vague News – “Chinese in almost every country in Latin America” and NYC…
Move Over Pizza – Latin Food Overtaking Italian as America’s Favorite
A recent study showed Americans are increasingly requesting Latin and Tex-Mex style foods at restaurants. According to Datassential, a restaurant-menu consultancy company, Mike Kostyo (the "trendologist") analyzed 2022 menu data and found that customers had moved away from traditional Italian offerings. Trend analysis revealed that customers tended more towards spicier … [Read more...] about Move Over Pizza – Latin Food Overtaking Italian as America’s Favorite