Author: Alejandra Roel

Alejandra Roel was raised in Texas and Southwest Detroit but she is a proud Mexicana. She is about to receive her Communication Studies degree from the University of Michigan with a minor in Latino Studies, so she bleeds maize and blue! During her free time, she loves to dance, volunteer around Detroit and explore the city’s art scene and night life.

Let’s Talk Health: Latino Detroit Community Health Event

Let’s Talk Health: Latino Detroit Community Health Event

“Let’s Talk Health” Event Coming to Southwest Detroit Oct. 3

This Saturday, Oct. 3, 2015, Western International High School will double as a hub for all things healthy in the heart of southwest Detroit.

Make Movie Night Healthier with Stove Top Popcorn

stove top popcorn

stove top popcorn

Although it's easy to just throw a popcorn bag in the microwave, stove top popcorn is a healthy alternative that can be just as easy and delicious.

DIY body cream

DIY body cream

DIY: Natural Body Butter Recipe

Whether you want to save on expensive body creams or just want to try a natural product, this DIY body cream is worth a try.

Campus Fresh: College Town Farmers Markets in Michigan

healthy food around Michigan's colleges

healthy food around Michigan's colleges

Hungry between classes? Check out this round up of friendly neighborhood farmers markets near college campuses around Michigan.

Healthy ranch dressing recipe

Healthy ranch dressing recipe

Make Healthy Ranch at Home in Minutes!

Is ranch dressing your guilty pleasure? If so, we have good news for you: It doesn’t have to be unhealthy.

Making Sure No Kid Goes Hungry in Southeast Michigan this Summer

Fighting childhood hunger in Detroit

Fighting childhood hunger in Detroit

Far too many kids in the greater Detroit area miss healthy meals every day while they're on summer break.

5 Awesome Things You Didn’t Know Were Found at the CHASS Mercado Until Now

Just when you thought Southwest Detroit was famous enough for its great food selections, this summer it took its reputation to a whole new level!

Starting Zumba? Here are Tips from Women Who Were Once in Your Gym Shoes

If you’re anything like the ladies gathered at Southwest Detroit’s CHASS Center for free Zumba classes, you should know that Zumba is one of the most fun alternatives you’ll find for boring cardio routines.