The fourth annual Latinas in Aviation Global Festival will be held on September 14th at the College Park Aviation Museum in Maryland. This family-friendly event highlights Latina pioneers and authors in aviation, celebrating their achievements and inspiring future generations.
A new study suggests that pregnant Latinas may reduce their risk of preeclampsia, a dangerous type of high blood pressure, by consuming a diet based on cultural food preferences rather than U.S. government benchmarks. The study, published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, found that a combination of vegetables, fruits, and healthy oils, such as olive oil, was linked to lower rates of preeclampsia compared to the Healthy Eating Index-2015. Researchers also found that a combination of solid fats, refined grains, and cheese was associated with higher rates of preeclampsia. The findings highlight the importance of considering cultural factors when developing dietary recommendations for pregnant Latinas.
