You only need 60 milligrams (mg) of vitamin C a day to meet your bodyâs basic needs, but increasing your daily intake to 500 mg can boost your fat-burning potential during exercise by 39%.
Traditional Medical Practices. Traditional medicine in Mexico is based on the Greek belief, brought by the Spaniards, in the four humors: blood, phlegm, black bile and yellow bile. A balance of these is believed to be needed for good health (Reinert).
Some Mexican food can be high in calories and fat. Mexican food can be high in fat and calories, with some taco salads in fried tortilla bowls containing up to 1,680 calories -- a full day's worth for some people. Fried tortilla chips, sour cream and cheese sauces are all high in fat and calories. However, you can find lower calorie choices if you know what to look for.