Over the last 30 years, I have seen the same thing happen to Mexico - an increase in fast food and convenience stores has brought an increase in obesity, heart disease, and diabetes. Here, the culprit is Coca-Cola, and it is amazing to me that in some parts of this country, Coke is cheaper and more accessible than water.
We have to fight back. I have learned to avoid fast food and only eat the produce I buy from local markets. I cheer anytime I see workers chose to eat at our local taco stands, instead of grabbing a bag of chips and a coke at the OXXO. I haven't cooked with sugar in over a year- only monk fruit, and occasionally I splurge for honey. One day, I hope to be able to grow my own food. Right now it's just 4 pots of basil, but I just planted a pineapple and I'm trying to sprout carrots, spinach, and green onions. I will keep going, and hopefully I can inspire others to do the same. I like my new neighbors. I don't want them dying of diabetes. I want us all to live healthier and happier. Together we can do this.
Liz, the connection we’ve felt here is amazing. The respect we’ve felt through the people to their culture, their connection to family, and their chill way of living has been something that has far surpassed our expectations. So grateful!
LOVE THIS! I've been there and Costa Rica visiting farms and it's SUCH a crazy disconnect, and yet connected. You did a fantastic job capturing it Adam. Wow.
This is why everyone who possibly can should travel, and not just on cruise ships and all-inclusive resorts. Open eyes lead to wiser hearts - something we might all wish for ourselves and our fellow neighbors.
What a gift you have received because you were open to experiencing it. Best wishes in all, one reader.
I agree. We need to make our food normal again. No more preservatives, additives, they are all doing a number on our system. Heartburn isn’t a normal side effect of eating.
Besides it’s all useless. My husband and I used to work fast food and the bun man would bring fresh buns everyday but Sunday and Wednesday. Why do we need preservatives for bread to last 2 days??
I love travel, but not organized travel. My sister and I adventure to mountains looking for cows and cheese. And a culture rooted in generational knowledge, like cheese making before it was industrialized.
I love your writing, thank you for this gift. Food and words, things things that can bring us together or poison you. Deep thoughts.
Over the last 30 years, I have seen the same thing happen to Mexico - an increase in fast food and convenience stores has brought an increase in obesity, heart disease, and diabetes. Here, the culprit is Coca-Cola, and it is amazing to me that in some parts of this country, Coke is cheaper and more accessible than water.
We have to fight back. I have learned to avoid fast food and only eat the produce I buy from local markets. I cheer anytime I see workers chose to eat at our local taco stands, instead of grabbing a bag of chips and a coke at the OXXO. I haven't cooked with sugar in over a year- only monk fruit, and occasionally I splurge for honey. One day, I hope to be able to grow my own food. Right now it's just 4 pots of basil, but I just planted a pineapple and I'm trying to sprout carrots, spinach, and green onions. I will keep going, and hopefully I can inspire others to do the same. I like my new neighbors. I don't want them dying of diabetes. I want us all to live healthier and happier. Together we can do this.
Adam I love the deep authenticity of your voice in this piece! Your confessions of flaws and the way you highlight the connections you feel to others.
Another fantastic piece with a resounding message.
My goodness, if I could even come up with a fraction of the visual images you put into every piece, I would be thrilled! 😂
Liz, the connection we’ve felt here is amazing. The respect we’ve felt through the people to their culture, their connection to family, and their chill way of living has been something that has far surpassed our expectations. So grateful!
Sounds incredible Sheri! So glad you’re getting that experience. 🤗
Breathe it all in, right?!
LOVE THIS! I've been there and Costa Rica visiting farms and it's SUCH a crazy disconnect, and yet connected. You did a fantastic job capturing it Adam. Wow.
Try leaving out the F word and your following will increase
If I might offer an alternative opinion, really can’t drop enough fbombs
Ah, fiddlesticks.
Agree
This is why everyone who possibly can should travel, and not just on cruise ships and all-inclusive resorts. Open eyes lead to wiser hearts - something we might all wish for ourselves and our fellow neighbors.
What a gift you have received because you were open to experiencing it. Best wishes in all, one reader.
I agree. We need to make our food normal again. No more preservatives, additives, they are all doing a number on our system. Heartburn isn’t a normal side effect of eating.
Besides it’s all useless. My husband and I used to work fast food and the bun man would bring fresh buns everyday but Sunday and Wednesday. Why do we need preservatives for bread to last 2 days??
I love travel, but not organized travel. My sister and I adventure to mountains looking for cows and cheese. And a culture rooted in generational knowledge, like cheese making before it was industrialized.
I love your writing, thank you for this gift. Food and words, things things that can bring us together or poison you. Deep thoughts.