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The mango is a tropical fruit with hundreds of varieties that have been named “the king of fruits” due to its delicious flavor and many health benefits. The mango, scientifically known as Mangifera indica L., is luscious, sweet, and fragrant, and packed with nutrients like vitamins A and C. Mangoes also have the potential to offer health benefits such as heart and eye health support. What’s more, mangoes are versatile as they can be used during breakfast, as a snack, and in desserts. Mangoes have quite a few potential health benefits, such as protecting against diseases and skin health. 1.…

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If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed in the oil aisle of the supermarket, you’re not alone. What are the best oils for frying? It can be hard to work that out with so many options available. And though it may be tempting to use your go-to oil for everything and hope for the best, that’s not the best approach. It’s important to choose the right oil for the job. Not all oils or frying methods are equal—and if you’re not careful, using the wrong oil can produce a smoky kitchen and a burnt mess. To find out which are the best…

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For many, choosing a healthy diet is all about sacrifice: foregoing the appetizers, cutting back on carbs or saturated fat, giving up dessert. But what if there was something you really liked that turned out to be good for you? No, I’m not talking about chocolate (although in small quantities, chocolate may not be so bad!). This time it’s nuts in the news. Previous studies have found that people with higher nut consumption have improved cardiovascular risk factors and lower rates of cardiovascular disease. For example, several trials have linked nut consumption with lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels. And…

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Crozer Health could get a new owner under a preliminary agreement announced Wednesday by Prospect Medical Holdings Inc, the California for-profit firm that has controlled the financially beleaguered Delaware County health system for eight years.The tentative buyer is CHA Partners LLC, a New Jersey real estate company that specializes in buying hospital properties and redeveloping them into mixed-use medical facilities. The price was not disclosed.“We believe this is a positive step for our physicians, employees, and the communities we serve, and will help secure Crozer Health’s future as a critical health-care provider in Delaware County,” Crozer CEO Tony Esposito said…

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The Henry County Health Department offers the public WIC, environmental, home care, and clinical services. Clinical services include STD testing and treatment, family planning, childhood and other vaccines, and breast and cervical cancer screening. Certified copies of birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates may be obtained from this health department. For contact information, including addresses, phone numbers, and email, please visit Contact Us. Follow Henry County Health Department on Facebook.  En Español El Departamento de Salud de Henry ofrece servicios WIC, ambientales, de atención domiciliaria y clínicos al público. Los servicios clínicos incluyen: pruebas y tratamiento de enfermedades de transmisión…

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The Houston County Health Department offers the public WIC, environmental, home care, and clinical services. Clinical services include STD testing and treatment, family planning, childhood and other vaccines, and breast and cervical cancer screening. Certified copies of birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates may be obtained from this health department.Call us at (334) 678-2800. For more contact information, including addresses, phone numbers, and email, visit Contact Us.  Follow Houston County Health Department on Facebook. En Español El Departamento de Salud de Houston ofrece servicios WIC, ambientales, de atención domiciliaria y clínicos al público. Los servicios clínicos incluyen: pruebas y tratamiento…

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The Tuscaloosa County Health Department offers the public WIC, environmental, home care, and clinical services. Clinical services include STD testing and treatment, family planning, childhood and other vaccines, and breast and cervical cancer screening. Certified copies of birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates may be obtained from this health department. Call us at (205) 562-6900. For more contact information, including addresses, phone numbers, and email, please visit Contact Us. Follow Tuscaloosa County Health Department on Facebook. En Español El Departamento de Salud de Tuscaloosa ofrece servicios WIC, ambientales, de atención domiciliaria y clínicos al público. Los servicios clínicos incluyen: pruebas y tratamiento…

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Many people feel pressure to achieve a “summer body” in the summer season. This is especially apparent in California, where beauty standards are represented by the state’s influx of celebrities and socialites. Add the season’s pool parties, beach trips and shedding layers for the hot weather, there’s an uptick in body dysmorphia, which can lead to bigger issues like an eating disorder. Margot Rittenhouse, MS, LPCC, Director of Clinical Services at Alsana Westlake Village met with KNX Radio reporter Nataly Tavidian to discuss body dysmorphia and how to help someone who may be suffering. They discussed: Barbecues, weddings and other…

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Many people feel pressure to achieve a “summer body” in the summer season. This is especially apparent in California, where beauty standards are represented by the state’s influx of celebrities and socialites. Add the season’s pool parties, beach trips and shedding layers for the hot weather, there’s an uptick in body dysmorphia, which can lead to bigger issues like an eating disorder. Margot Rittenhouse, MS, LPCC, Director of Clinical Services at Alsana Westlake Village met with KNX Radio reporter Nataly Tavidian to discuss body dysmorphia and how to help someone who may be suffering. They discussed: Barbecues, weddings and other…

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LAWRENCE — Vast swaths of the nation, both urban and rural, are deemed “food deserts” due to their reduced access to a variety of healthy and inexpensive food. Often, people living in food deserts also experience higher poverty levels.“In the U.S., we have a major issue regarding the inequitable distribution of resources that extends to our food supply,” said Tera Fazzino, associate professor of psychology at the University of Kansas. “There are communities all across the U.S. that don’t have access to fresh, healthy food — sometimes referred to as food deserts. In these communities, they’re saturated with foods that…

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