Author: Keaton McCalla

EL SEGUNDO, CA — There are upwards of 7 billion people living on our planet today and nearly 795 million of those people suffer from lack of food. In addition, a good portion of those 7 billion people are consuming a Western diet extremely resource intensive. Little do many know, our natural environment is suffering as much as those 795 million lacking food. The big question becomes, how do we continue to feed our growing population while still protecting what natural environment we have left? The answer: Plant-based protein. Leafy greens. Plant-based protein has been a coined topic of conversation…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Now more than ever, young women are stepping up to empower each other. Globally, more than 60 million girls of primary and secondary age are not in school. For girls in developing countries, education is the key to a brighter future. Girl Up is the United Nations Foundation adolescent girl campaign, and engages girls to take action by raising awareness and funds on a global scale. It began as a campaign for American girls, but has transformed into an international movement with almost a million advocates across the globe. Girl Up’s efforts help the hardest-to-reach girls, living…

BELMOPAN, Belize — With its white sand beaches, lush rainforests and access to ancient Mayan civilizations, Belize is an ideal travel and living destination for many. However, with its beauty come the flies, fleas, ticks and mosquitos that carry a slew of arthropod-borne diseases. The country of 377,968 has a life expectancy of 73, which is right near the world’s average. It will take many years before Belize’s healthcare system is on the same level of medical treatment in neighboring countries. Here are the top diseases in Belize currently: Chagas Disease Chagas Disease, also known as the kissing bug disease,…