Is Body Checking Bad for Your Mental Health?

Most of us will sneak a peek at ourselves whenever we pass by a mirror or see our reflection in a window. This act of assessing our appearance is called body checking. While the practice doesn’t always prove problematic, it can cross the line into an unhealthy habit for some people (especially for those struggling […]

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Ten Dietary Changes to Implement for Better Health

By: Gabbi Sawyer The peas ‘n’ rice and stuffed turkey have been downed, the macaroni and fried plantains have digested and the fruit cake has been devoured and washed down with eggnog…now what? It is after all of the holiday indulgences that guilt typically sets in. The annual trend is to suddenly become health conscious […]

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Stay Mentally Sharp: 8 Ways to Train Your Brain

The brain is one of the most complex and fascinating organs in the human body. But if we don’t flex our mental muscle, our brain’s cognitive function may slow down. The health of the brain is related to overall health. A balanced diet, good restorative sleep and plenty of exercise are all ways to keep […]

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National Healthy Fats Day March 21

Under the auspices of the Healthy Fats Coalition (www.healthyfatscoalition.org– HFC) and coinciding with the arrival of spring, March 21 marks the fifth annual #NationalHealthyFatsDay, a celebration of traditional healthy animal fats – pure lard, beef tallow, duck fat, goose fat and the like – that are enjoying a resurgence within America’s food culture, in restaurants, […]

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Sunning Your Mushrooms in The Bahamas

The sun is (almost) always shining in The Bahamas. Plenty of natural sunlight is great for afternoons at the beach but did you know the sun can boost the vitamin D levels in mushrooms? No matter what diet you follow or the foods you eat, the best source of vitamin D is the sun. Vitamin […]

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What Does Diabetes Look Like?

Diabetes can look like anyone, but it doesn’t have to define you or stop you from living a healthy, happy life. www.acediabetes.org _____________________________________________________ Message sponsored by BAF Financial and Cash N’Go bahamas.mybafsolutions.com

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