Mudanzas Latinas

Why Farmed Salmon Is One Of The Most Toxic Things You Can Put In Your Body

Fish has long been touted as a super food from doctors, nutritionists and specialists from around the world. Many people choose not to eat meat or other animal products, but show pride in their presumed health conscious decision to consume fish. But, as with almost everything else that is promoted heavily in the media, there’s […]

Is Oyster Aquaculture Good for the Bay? 5 Questions for Dr. Ashley Smyth

The EPA has put the Chesapeake Bay on a low-pollution diet, limiting the total amount of pollutants, such as nutrients and sediment. One surprising ally ...

Can the Pacific be insured?

With diverse needs, economic risks, and a reliance on aid, CGD's Vijaya Ramachandran is investigating whether the Pacific Islands can be insured in a bid to help recovery from natural disasters.

Why I Don’t Drink Budweiser…and Why I’m Not Alone

Budweiser has always been far more about marketing than beer. The founder of Anheuser Busch, Adolphus Busch, refused to drink his own brew, calling it “that slop” (he was German, of cou…

What are tariffs, anyway?

The U.S. is now in the middle of a fully-fledged trade war, but how does that work?

How Are Tariffs Affecting You?

Are you noticing any effects from the tariffs in your daily life or work? Are you paying less or more for products you buy at the supermarket or for your business? NPR wants to hear from you.

Seven questions to ask a customs broker (infographic)

How do you find a customs broker that’s right for you? Every broker essentially does the same thing – facilitates the clearance of your goods as they travel across the border – but every broker is different. Big and small, national or regional, different customs brokers have differing strengths and weaknesses. Determining which one is... Read more »

Unapologetic: How Feministas Can Help Prevent Incarceration of Latinas

The numbers are showing that Latinas are being incarcerated at an incredibly alarming rate.

10 Things Latinas Should Know About Eating Disorders

It’s National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, which means Twitter is deluged with more articles, videos and images about eating disorders than usual. Unchanged, however, is that much of the content shared neither centers on nor even includes the experience, perspective or struggle of Latinas. But guess what? Many Latinas are dealing with disordered eating, and it’s a problem that is increasing in our community. Here are 10 facts all of us should know about eating disorders:

5 Things Latinas Should Know About Their Skin

There's a reason so many brands are marketing products specifically to Latinas. Our skin is more prone to certain issues and need customized routines to keep it looking its best. Here are five things to keep in mind before you start slathering random thin

What Latinas (And Their Families) Really Think About Tattoos

Do you have a tattoo? Or have you thought about getting inked? Tats are a controversial subject — especially among conservative Latino families. We asked you to submit your anonymous confessions about tattoo and familia via Whisper. Here's what you said: MORE: What Latinas Really Think About Sex

9 Latinas Explain How Breast Health Stigma Has Affected Them

Breast health isn't the easiest topic for anyone, but in Latinx culture, it can be particularly tricky. Here, nine Latinas explain how they handle it.

The 6 Most In-Demand Careers for Latinas

Calling all Latinas! These industries are DYING for you to work in them.

6 amazing women who have conquered breast cancer

As devastating as a breast cancer diagnosis is, it is one that can be overcome. Here are six amazing women who have not only conquered breast cancer but have gone on to do great things as well.

Stay Woke: 5 Things Latinas Should Know Right Now

This column originally appeared in Latina magazine's March 2017 issue.

9 Struggles All Half Latinas Understand