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Wellbeing, Mental Health, Weight Care, Culture, Opinion Michelle Contreras Wellbeing, Mental Health, Weight Care, Culture, Opinion Michelle Contreras

Breaking Generational Trauma: The Importance and Challenges Of Starting Therapy

Delving into the scary beginnings of therapy as a Hispanic, this article explores the cultural and personal barriers many of us face, but emphasizes the vital importance of seeking help. We will talk about how sometimes, families and cultures can unknowingly make us feel like our feelings should be kept a secret or are not real. But don’t worry, this isn’t just about the tough stuff - we’re also going to talk about how we can break free from this cycle and make sure our feelings and thoughts are heard and valued, not just by others but also by ourselves! Together, let’s explore how to create a future where we learn how to express and give space to feelings we have bottled up.

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Nutrition, Culture, Wellbeing, Weight Care, Education Michelle Contreras Nutrition, Culture, Wellbeing, Weight Care, Education Michelle Contreras

Unlocking The Superpowers of Our Latin Kitchen

Everywhere we turn—whether it's influencers, doctors, family, or friends—there always seems to be someone recommending what to eat, what not to eat, or promoting the latest fad diet. These trends, which often encourage restriction and shunning our favorite comfort foods, can feel overwhelming and might even distance us from our cultural roots. So, what's our stance at Cora Health? We advocate for the anti-diet approach. Our mission is to challenge these stigmas, celebrate Latin culture, and promote health simultaneously. Embracing the potent benefits in our traditional ingredients and finding a balanced approach is crucial to understanding what truly nourishes our bodies. No más food guilt.

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Nutrition, Wellbeing, Weight Care, Education Michelle Contreras Nutrition, Wellbeing, Weight Care, Education Michelle Contreras

How Your Brain and Gut Connection Impact Your Health and Well-being

Discover the remarkable Gut and Brain Connection in this article. Find out how powerful your gut health is and how it can influence your mental and overall well-being based on what you eat. Learning about your gut health can help you heal and lead the way to a happier mind and body.

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Weight Care, Wellbeing, Culture, Mental Health, Opinion Michelle Contreras Weight Care, Wellbeing, Culture, Mental Health, Opinion Michelle Contreras

Paths to Self-Celebration: #BodyPositivity and #BodyNeutrality 

Llegó la hora de celebrar! It’s Latin Heritage month and while we are celebrating our culture, it’s a great time to celebrate ourselves too. This world we live in is full of unrealistic beauty standards that make it hard for us to celebrate ourselves and our bodies. Today, I want us to go on a journey of discovery, exploring two transformative paths to self-celebration: the vibrant dances between body positivity and body neutrality. 💃🕺🌟

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