In case all that Valentine’s Day candy is tempting you in the grocery stores nation wide, don’t despair. There are plenty of healthy sweet treats you can give to your(self) and your loved ones. Researchers have found a link between sugar and unhealthy levels of blood fats which can lead to dyslipidemia or higher triglycerides and lower HDL […]
A Powerful Snack That Travels With You
If you are planning on traveling to a foreign country, or relocating to one, you want to do everything you can to take care of your health. Staying aware of what you put into your body is the number one way to stay healthy! With this in mind, we have a great snack recipe for […]
There Are Health Benefits To Travel!
Travel should actually be considered a healthy activity since there are so many aspects to travel that engage your mind, body and soul. The next time you think about buying a new dish washer over taking a trip, consider this: Change From the Norm – We all know how it is to be stuck in a […]
For All You Early Risers….
Not only does exercising first thing in the morning burn a higher percentage of fat but it’s a great way to start your day off on a positive note. The endorphins you fire off will carry you for hours giving you motivation you need to get outside and have some fun! Not only that, working out […]
App To Bridge Language Barriers Between Doctors and Patients
Imagine traveling or moving to a foreign country and a doctor has just told you that you need an operation. What if you couldn’t understand a word that doctor was telling you. For some who seek medical treatment internationally, that scenario is a reality. Language barriers can not only lead to more stress and anxiety but also […]
For Antioxidant Health, Eat Fruit All Year
Winter is the time of year when your options for local, seasonal fruits are reduced to apples or…apples…or are they? Some of the most nutritious, unique fruits grown in the U.S. are available in the winter months. Tropical and citrus fruits, which are grown in places like Florida and Hawaii, have the highest levels of […]
Three Tips For Aging Better
If your goal is to be as vibrant as possible into your 80’s and 90’s, you’ll want to continue to feed your mind, body and spirit throughout your life. Never quit feeding any aspect to keep your health up. The mind, body and soul are all integrated and rely on each other. If […]
Finding a Doctor Internationally
It’s often not until we get sick for the first time in Mexico that we realize that finding quality health care may not be as simple as we imagined. Finding a local doctor who is qualified, speaks English, and will work with your insurance agency can be big concerns in your time of need. […]
Make Sure Your International Insurance Agent Is Licensed
There are a lot of reasons it’s important for you to know who you are doing business with but one of the most important reasons is so that you receive the protection you thought you were purchasing. A story just came to light recently from a couple who recently purchased a home in Merida, Mexico. […]
Global Federation of Insurance Associations Has Now Been Established
On October 9th, 2012, the Global Federation of Insurance Associations was formed. This association is inclusive of 31 different insurance associations, from countries around the world, who will work on a broad range of issues pertinent to the international insurance industry. GFIA will take positions on issues including the designation of firms that present risk to the world’s financial system […]