Ruben Castaneda

3 weeks ago | virginiabusiness.com | Ruben Castaneda

While concerns about the costs of education have led to some declines and ups and downs in enrollment among private colleges in the commonwealth, the number of degrees these Virginia institutions are awarding overall has remained relatively stable. Many parents and students are wary of accumulating crushing college loan debt and paying skyrocketing tuition rates. These concerns pose a challenge for officials at private four-year colleges, which are perceived by some as redoubts for the rich.

1 month ago | health.usnews.com | Annika Urban |Ruben Castaneda

The Ornish diet is one of U.S. News & World Report's Best Diets of 2025. Read more for Ornish diet reviews, meal plans, food lists and tips.

Jan 1, 2025 | health.usnews.com | Annika Urban |Ruben Castaneda |Dietitian Johna Burdeos

Key Takeaways of the Keto Diet Do: Eat high-fat, high protein foods, such as avocado, seafood, eggs and full-fat dairy. Don't: Eat whole-grains and other high-carb foods, such as sweets, pasta and bread. Benefits: For short-term weight loss, this diet does the job. Risks: Experts caution following this diet long term because of possible health risks, including nutritional deficiencies. It could be unsafe for some people. What Is the Keto Diet?

Jan 1, 2025 | health.usnews.com | Ruben Castaneda |Annika Urban |Dietitian Doris Taber

Key Takeaways of the Acid Reflux Diet Do: Avoid certain foods that are more likely to cause acid reflux symptoms like alcohol, high acid foods, coffee, fried or spicey foods, carbonated beverages and chocolate. Don’t: Stray from the rules or consume foods that trigger your uncomfortable symptoms of heartburn or GERD.

Dec 16, 2024 | baltimorepostexaminer.com | Ruben Castaneda

I have no distinctive memories of Tom Bradley, who served as mayor of Los Angeles in the mid-to late-1980s when I worked as a reporter in my home city. Bradley. a Black former LAPD lieutenant was calm, dignified, and devoid of charisma. Now and then, as a journalist for the Los Angeles Herald Examiner, I’d cover Bradley at a community or City Hall event. He was as exciting as a soccer game that ended in a 0-0 draw. Across the country, DC Mayor Marion Barry was another matter.