by Jonathan | Jul 20, 2018 | Uncategorized
Cuenca Trivia Night What: Join in for the fun at Cuenca Trivia and test your wits, with emcee and local legendary-liberal-loudmouth Linda Chase! When: Every Tuesday from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.; dinner first and then Trivia at 6:30 p.m. sharp. Where: The Vegetable Bar, 3...
by Jonathan | Jul 20, 2018 | Uncategorized
As a member of the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, I’m privileged to have as colleagues some of the most accomplished Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs). Our guest columnist this week is an expert dietitian/ nutritionist who, in her words, is, “On a...
by Jonathan | Jul 20, 2018 | Uncategorized
A psychedelic drug brewed by indigenous South American tribes could be used to treat alcoholism and depression, new research suggests. Ayahuasca, a plant-based potion often used in spiritual medicine by indigenous Amazonians, is linked to improved well-being and holds...
by Jonathan | Jul 20, 2018 | Uncategorized
Members of the ruling elite in parts of South America would have been very easy to spot 700 years ago – due to their tall, elongated skulls. Their artificially extended heads were apparently status symbols, and could have helped foster a sense of community and...
by Jonathan | Jul 20, 2018 | Uncategorized
The population of Cuenca and Azuay Province has grown almost 20 percent since the 2010 census, with metropolitan Cuenca growing much faster than rural areas and smaller towns and villages. Cuenca continues to attract foreigners in high numbers, census experts say....