By Carmen Rioja
Most of our health problems are the direct result of a bad habit or a bad diet. Why then do we want to solve everything directly with drugs and without having to modify the cause that led to that deterioration or discomfort? The first reason is because the pharmaceutical companies make money with it, the clinics and those who offer private health services.
The second reason is because we believe that nothing will happen to us despite the fact that we repeatedly do what we have been told is harmful to us, such as the intake of refined sugars and flours, processed, canned or canned products, or products added with all kinds of preservatives, flavorings and modifiers that make them more attractive, appetizing and addictive.
And of course, that is the third reason, it is not easy to give up sugar and chemically seasoned foods or better known as junk food.
Another cause is undoubtedly the lack of opportunities, since it is easier and cheaper to eat a packaged pastry and a soft drink than a breakfast with fruits, fresh vegetables and some protein prepared at the moment.
But in Mexico if you take the time you can get seasonal foods in public markets for a much lower cost, not to mention the central de abastos.
If you are ready to improve your health, take advantage of all this diversity of nature in Mexico to cook traditional food (slow food), share with friends and talk about better habits in daily life.
We recommend a little research to keep you up to date on the services in your area that are backed by science and are certified. The publication Salud Diario mentions among the top three in 2022:
1. Médica Sur Hospital 94.37% (Mexico City) 2.
2. Centro Médico ABC Campus Santa Fe 93.36% (Mexico City)
3. IMSS – Centro Médico Nacional Siglo XXI 82.45% (Mexico City)
As regional public hospitals, the following stand out:
– Hospital regional de Alta especialidad del Bajío, located in León, Guanajuato.
And if you live in San Miguel de Allende, or in a nearby place, there are also places that offer palliative services, some are non-profit organizations and others are private services. We leave you some of them so you can investigate and get to know them.
– Mitigare https://mitigare.org/
– Be Well https://bewellsanmiguel.com/
– Casa A.C. https://casa.org.mx/
