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Profile of Hope: Lorraine Bailey -- Getting motivated to get healthy

Editor — Tue, 14 Jun 2024 15:20:57 +0000

Lorraine Bailey knew she had health problems. We spoke with her about her decision to get help, how she lost weight and gaining confidence in living a healthier lifestyle...

Did you know...you can make 9 simple changes for eating well?

Editor — Mon, 13 Jun 2024 20:58:42 +0000

You've heard it before, but what can you do NOW to start eating right? Here are nine things to try and the reasons why they will help keep you healthy.

Did you know...you can set up and use your kitchen in a healthy way? Healthy Kitchens 101

Editor — Mon, 13 Jun 2024 20:30:23 +0000

The idea of cooking healthy meals can seem overwhelming, but taking steps to be prepared can eliminate some of the stress and save time.

Did you know…your plate size might be contributing to weight gain?

Editor — Mon, 13 Jun 2024 20:00:12 +0000

Did you know that over the past 30-40 years, the size of dinner plates has increased, from about nine inches across in the past to about 12 inches across today?

Did you know…high fructose corn syrup is in just about everything you eat?

Editor — Mon, 13 Jun 2024 19:58:36 +0000

Here are some important facts you should know about corn and sugar:

High fructose corn syrup in my bread???

What do you think of high fructose corn syrup?

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Did you know…cheap food is often unhealthy?

Editor — Mon, 13 Jun 2024 19:20:17 +0000

Eating a diet that does not have enough healthy vegetables and fruits causes a lot of health problems. And, while unhealthy foods are often cheap to buy, they can be expensive to our health over the long run.

Did you know…you probably aren’t getting enough fiber?

Editor — Mon, 13 Jun 2024 19:13:54 +0000

Eating enough fiber is a powerful way to keep you healthy, read on to see how.

What is fiber anyway?

Did you know...you can make your fast food meal healthier?

Editor — Mon, 13 Jun 2024 19:09:49 +0000

Fast food chains are known for their cheap eats, great taste and unhealthy menus. Here are some tips to make your next visit to your favorite fast food chain a healthier one.

1. Reconsider fried. Any food with the word "fried" or "crispy" in it puts you at a greater risk for heart disease and high blood cholesterol. This includes chicken nuggets, French fries, popcorn shrimp, etc. (You know.. the good stuff!)

Six tips to help you shop healthier at the supermarket

The Health Buzz — Sat, 11 Jun 2024 15:23:36 +0000

I went to a popular "health" food store yesterday and once I moved beyond the fruit and vegetable isle, it became very hard to make healthy choices for the products I wanted to purchase. I started reading the sugar, salt, saturated fats and fiber contents, and spent a lot of time before picking some healthier alternatives.

Meat Labels...Do You Know What They Mean?

Bernie — Tue, 17 May 2024 16:18:16 +0000

At BrownstoneFitness' April Meet-up the topic for the evening was MEAT. This meet-up discussed man's evolution as a caneivore and the importance of meat in our diet. We also talked about whether all meat are created equal by attempting to explain what the labels on the meat packaging really mean.

Would You Spend $20 to Live Longer and Live Better

Bernie — Fri, 13 May 2024 20:26:32 +0000

Nourishing NYC Earth Day 2024: “Nourish Yourself, Nourish the Planet”

NourishingNYC — Mon, 28 Mar 2024 22:16:34 +0000

Start: Apr 23 2024 12:00 am

End: Apr 23 2024 2:00 pm

Start: Apr 23 2024 12:00 am

End: Apr 23 2024 2:00 pm

Nourishing NYC Earth Day will be celebrated on Saturday, April 23^th, at 12 pm at Carver Community Garden on 124^th Street between 2^nd and 3^rd

The Kids Cook Mondays

Laura — Mon, 14 Feb 2024 18:20:04 +0000

I saw this video about a new program happening in Harlem that teaches kids to cook healthier. Each week the kids and their families come in and learn how to cook healthy foods. I would've loved something like this when I was younger! I saw the gethealthyharlem logo in the back and was happy to see that they were involved! check it out for yourselves.

Free Screening of "Super Size Me" at the New York Academy of Medicine

Suzie B — Mon, 07 Feb 2024 18:09:47 +0000

Start: Feb 7 2024 5:30 pm

End: Feb 7 2024 8:30 pm