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Latinvathon: Fight Against Breast Cancer

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Wear your dance fitness sneakers for a fun-filled high energy dance fitness workout to celebrate the lives affected by breast cancer. No dance experience required…attendees of all abilities are encouraged to come together to dance for the cure.

Bulgur, Chickpeas & Tomatoes

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This bulgur recipe is the perfect side to any dish. It is so easy to make, so delicious and so good for you. To find out more about bulgur wheat and its amazing health benefits, checkout this article: Bulgur Wheat: The Better Wheat for Your Belly & More.
 
Ingredients:
1 Cup Bulgur
1 Can of Diced Tomatoes, petite-diced if available
1 Can of Chickpeas
2 Cups Vegetarian Broth or Water
3 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Small Onion, chopped
3 Garlic Cloves, minced
Sea Salt, to taste
Ground Black Pepper, to taste
 
Preparation:
1) Heat the oil in a saucepan.
2) Add onions and garlic and sauté until onions are translucent.
3) Add the tomatoes, and simmer for about 2-3 minutes over medium heat to enhance the flavors.
4) Add chickpeas, bulgur, salt, pepper and vegetarian broth and bring to a boil.
5) Cover pot and turn heat to a very low simmer for about 20 minutes.
6) Turn off heat when all liquid is absorbed and fluff gently with a fork.
 
Serves: 4
Active Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Turmeric Rice Pilaf

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Give your plain rice a makeover with this elegant turmeric rice pilaf recipe. It is very flavorful and the perfect side to any dish. The recipe includes turmeric which is really good for you…it has powerful anti-inflammatory effects and is a very strong antioxidant. Discover the 100 Awesome Health Benefits of Turmeric.
 
Ingredients:
1 Cup Rice
¼ Cup of Angel Hair Pasta, broken into small pieces about ½ inch
2 ½ Cups Vegetarian Broth, Chicken Broth or Water
3 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 ½ Teaspoon of Turmeric
Sea Salt, to taste
 
Preparation:
1) Heat the oil in a saucepan.
2) Add the pasta and sauté until golden brown.
3) Add the liquid, salt and rice and bring to a boil.
4) Cover pot and turn heat to a very low simmer for about 20 minutes.
5) Turn off heat when all liquid is absorbed and fluff gently with a fork.
 
Serves: 4
Active Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

7 Healthy Travel Tips

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We love to discover the world…it is in our DNA, but traveling can be stressful and sometimes detrimental to our health. Checkout our 7 healthy travel tips to make your journey even more amazing:
 
1) Physical Health: Incorporate an exercise routine in your travel itinerary. Keep it simple by selecting a hotel with a fitness center, obtain a temporary gym membership at a local center or take a brisk walk early mornings before you start your day. Some other recommendations:
 
– Walk everywhere and enjoy the city like the locals.
– Login to Latinva Videos On Demand and dance.
 
2)  Healthy Diet:  It is really easy to incorporate a healthy diet during your travels:
 
– Eat three small meals a day, do not forgo breakfast.
– Include vegetables in your meals, such as a salad for lunch and a small salad or vegetables with dinner.
– Include fruit in your diet, it is a great snack between meals and a great way to discover the local farmer’s markets.
– Avoid too much alcohol, you don’t want to disrupt your beauty sleep.
– Avoid sweet drinks altogether.
 
3)  Stay Hydrated: Don’t forget to take your favorite water bottle with you to stay hydrated.
 
4)  Stretch:  There is nothing like stretching and breathing exercises to relax your muscles…do so at least twice daily. Identify a 5-10 minutes routine in advance and incorporate into your itinerary.
 
5) Sleep Well:  Don’t underestimate the value of rest and a good night sleep. Make sure that you take plenty of rest, 7 – 8 hours of sleep would be ideal.
 
6)  Protect Your Body:  What should you do to protect your body while traveling?
 
– Pack your daily vitamins and supplements.
– Protect your skin by applying sunscreen with SPF 15 or more.
– Take your favorite pair of sunglasses to protect your eyes.
 
7)  Sanitize:  Hand sanitizer and antibacterial wipes are essential to minimize your exposure to germs and bacteria, especially before meals.
 
For more information on safe traveling, check out the Survival Guide to Safe and Healthy Travel by the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention.

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