Health

Spices & Herbs: Cayenne

November 30, 2021 0

Cayenne pepper, a spice used in a wide variety of regional cuisines, has been used medicinally for thousands of years.  Cayenne pepper is very rich in capsaicin, the substance that gives it its medicinal properties and hot taste. Many studies have shown capsaicin to reduce appetite and increase fat burning.   [……]

Uncategorized

NPR Sunday Puzzle: It’s All About the Categories

November 30, 2021 0

THE WEEKLY QUIZ FROM NPR PUZZLEMASTER WILL SHORTZ  On-air challenge: I’m going to give you some categories in two words. You name something in each category starting with each initial in the category. Any answer that works is fine. Ex: Zoo Animals –> Zebra, Aardvark 1. Family Members 2. European Volcanoes [……]

Events

First Friday

November 30, 2021 0

Remember to stop by La Buena Vida this Friday, the 3rd, to meet up with Akumal area  pals and neighbors.  Peeps start rolling in about 5pm.

Events

Hekab Be Library News

November 29, 2021 0

#GivingTuesday is almost here — 30 NOVEMBER!!! Tuesday, November 30th is #GivingTuesday, the Global Day of Giving. As part of our #GivingTuesday fundraising effort, our goal is to raise enough funds on that date to cover 50% of our 2022 Operational Expenses. Our Operating expenses cover teachers’ salaries, utilities, building [……]

News

Mexican Residency Info

October 31, 2021 0

If you’re interested in obtaining Mexican residency, the following information will be helpful.  It was sent by the Boston MA office of the Consulate General of Mexico on 1 September 2021, so it’s current.         TEMPORARY RESIDENT VISA (MORE THAN 180 DAYS AND LESS THAN 4 YEARS) [……]

Health

Massages in Akumal

October 31, 2021 0

Budha Gardens Spa has been in Akumal Centro for many years.  It’s open Monday – Saturday from 9 to 5.  Phone 984-745-4942 for an appointment.   Check online http://www.budhagardenspa.comfor services and prices.             Pedro and his wife are certified masseurs who have lived in the area [……]

Health

Spices & Herbs: Sage

October 31, 2021 0

Also known as common sage, garden sage and Salvia officinalis, belongs to the mint family, alongside other herbs like oregano, rosemary, basil and thyme. Sage is high in several nutrients, including Vitamin K, Iron, Vitamin B6, Calcium, and Manganese.  It also has as small amounts of magnesium, zinc, copper and vitamins [……]

News

Bits & Pieces – November 2021

October 31, 2021 0

A little this & that from the media. • What are the proposed changes to the Federal Zone in Mexico  https://www.litigationlawyers.mx/uncategorized/what-are-the-proposed-changes-to-the-federal-zone-in-mexico/   • Update on Tren Maya  https://everythingplayadelcarmen.com/update-on-how-the-train-maya-project-is-coming-along/?fbclid=IwAR1ogYMxRsR9owmdzLPr38fVWAtHdu4uj5hMV11oprpc3AyVP68v7CwSA3g   • Discarded tires in the oceans are trapping hermit crabs, with no way out https://www.cnn.com/2021/10/29/world/hermit-crabs-trapped-tires-scn/index.html • Scientists pinpoint personality traits that [……]