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VIA: NIMH.NIH.GOV Whether you’re a company executive, a construction worker, a writer, a police officer, or a student; whether you are rich or poor; surrounded by loved ones or alone; you are not immune to depression. Some factors, however, such as family history, undue stress, the loss of a loved one, or serious illnesses can […]

VIA: HEALTHYWOMEN.ORG Recent research shows that many people living in the United States and around the world are getting insufficient levels of vitamin D, putting them at risk for health problems. If you spend a lot of time indoors at work or home, have dark skin, are older or severely overweight or have certain medical […]

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VIA: CDC.GOV 1. Did you know that birth defects are common? Fact: Birth defects affect 1 in 33 babies every year and cause 1 in 5 infant deaths. For many babies born with a birth defect, there is no family history of the condition. 2. Did you know that a woman should take folic acid […]

VIA: FamilyDoctor.Org Some men and boys have fat on their chests that makes it look like they have breasts. This condition is called pseudogynecomastia (false gynecomastia). It is not the same thing as gynecomastia. What causes gynecomastia? Gynecomastia is usually caused by changes in hormones at birth, puberty or as part of aging. Gynecomastia may […]

VIA: MayoClinic.Com No. 1 — Heart disease Heart disease is a leading men’s health threat. Take charge of heart health by making healthier lifestyle choices. For example: • Don’t smoke or use other tobacco products. Avoid exposure to secondhand smoke. • Eat a healthy diet rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, fiber and fish. Cut […]

VIA: SisterToSister.Org What do overweight and obesity mean? Your healthy weight is based on your height, age, and other factors. Excess weight may come from muscle, bone, fat, or body water. Overweight means you weigh more than you should to be healthy. Obesity refers specifically to having too much body fat. A higher weight or […]

VIA: NIDDK.NIH.GOV What causes gestational diabetes? Changing hormones and weight gain are part of a healthy pregnancy. But both changes make it hard for your body to keep up with its need for a hormone called insulin. When that happens, your body doesn’t get the energy it needs from the food you eat. What is […]

VIA: SpecialK.Com Veggie-Bacon Avocado Sandwich Total Time: 15 minutes Yield: 1 serving Vegetarian Ingredients 3 Morningstar Farms® Veggie Bacon Strips 1/2 medium (about 1/4 cup) ripe avocado, seeded, peeled and mashed 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1/8 teaspoon salt 3 to 4 drops liquid pepper sauce 2 slices whole grain bread, toasted 1 lettuce leaf 4 […]

VIA: SpecialK.Com Jamaican Chicken Breast with Mashed Sweet Potatoes Total Time: 25 minutes Yield: 1 serving Ingredients 1 small (about 6 oz.) sweet potato 1 small (about 5 oz.) boneless, skinless chicken breast half 1/4 teaspoon vegetable oil 1 teaspoon Caribbean jerk seasoning 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup chopped tomato […]