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Housing conditions can significantly affect your health and safety. Make sure to check or change the batteries on your c...
06/11/2019

Housing conditions can significantly affect your health and safety. Make sure to check or change the batteries on your carbon monoxide alarm at least twice a year.

An hour of moderate exercise can cancel out the detrimental effects of sitting behind a desk for eight hours.
05/18/2019

An hour of moderate exercise can cancel out the detrimental effects of sitting behind a desk for eight hours.

Five habits that could add 10 years to your life include healthy eating, exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy wei...
05/16/2019

Five habits that could add 10 years to your life include healthy eating, exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy weight, minimal drinking and no smoking.

Did you know two ounces of yogurt a day (the typical container holds six ounces) may protect you from gum disease? A rec...
05/10/2019

Did you know two ounces of yogurt a day (the typical container holds six ounces) may protect you from gum disease? A recent study in the Journal of Periodontology states the "good" bacteria in yogurt helps fight germs in your mouth!

Uncontrolled stress can make your skin more sensitive and trigger acne breakouts and other skin problems. To encourage h...
05/07/2019

Uncontrolled stress can make your skin more sensitive and trigger acne breakouts and other skin problems. To encourage healthy skin — and a healthy state of mind — take steps to manage your stress. Get enough sleep, set reasonable limits, scale back your to-do list and make time to do the things you enjoy.

Do you eat 4-5 cups of fruits and vegetables every day? Do you get enough calcium? Do you eat whole grain, high-fiber fo...
05/03/2019

Do you eat 4-5 cups of fruits and vegetables every day? Do you get enough calcium? Do you eat whole grain, high-fiber foods? If so, you're on the right track! Keep it up. If not, add more of these foods to your daily diet!

Increase Omega 3 dietary fats! These fats contain heart-protective essential fatty acids that help lower bad LDL cholest...
05/01/2019

Increase Omega 3 dietary fats! These fats contain heart-protective essential fatty acids that help lower bad LDL cholesterol and triglycerides while raising good HDL cholesterol. EPA and DHA are present in fatty fish such as salmon, mackerel, and herring, and ALA is present in greens, avocados, broccoli, beans, nuts, and seeds, including flaxseed, which is a particularly rich source.

Get your checkups! Visit your doctor regularly for preventive services like cancer and diabetes screenings.
04/26/2019

Get your checkups! Visit your doctor regularly for preventive services like cancer and diabetes screenings.

Get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity every week, plus muscle-strengthening activities at leas...
04/23/2019

Get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity every week, plus muscle-strengthening activities at least 2 days a week.

Have you eaten your blueberries today?
04/19/2019

Have you eaten your blueberries today?

Happy Stress Awareness Month! Taking control of your personal health can make a great difference in the amount of stress...
04/17/2019

Happy Stress Awareness Month! Taking control of your personal health can make a great difference in the amount of stress you feel. The best way to reclaim control of your life is by taking charge of your body. Whether it is through diet, exercise, or simply getting that checkup you've been putting off, let April be the month you put yourself back in control.

Instead of eating on the run, try sitting down and focusing on the food you're about to eat. Dedicating time to enjoy th...
04/12/2019

Instead of eating on the run, try sitting down and focusing on the food you're about to eat. Dedicating time to enjoy the taste and textures of foods can have a positive effect on your food intake.

Quench your thirst with water instead of drinks with added sugars. Stay hydrated and drink plenty of water, especially i...
04/09/2019

Quench your thirst with water instead of drinks with added sugars. Stay hydrated and drink plenty of water, especially if you are active, are an older adult or live or work in hot conditions.

Don't let stress get you down. We all feel stressed at times. How you react to stress will determine its effect on you. ...
04/05/2019

Don't let stress get you down. We all feel stressed at times. How you react to stress will determine its effect on you. Take steps to prevent stress when you can and manage it when you can't.

Make an effort to have more home-cooked meals. This can help encourage healthy eating. Also, it promotes more family tim...
04/03/2019

Make an effort to have more home-cooked meals. This can help encourage healthy eating. Also, it promotes more family time.

Your health is so important and should one of your main priorities! The healthier you are, the happier you will be. Give...
03/29/2019

Your health is so important and should one of your main priorities! The healthier you are, the happier you will be. Give us a call today, and let's start you on a journey to where health and happiness connect.

It is true what they say. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day! A healthy breakfast gives you energy, boosts ...
03/26/2019

It is true what they say. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day! A healthy breakfast gives you energy, boosts your metabolism, reduces cravings, helps your concentration and productivity, and can lower risk for heart disease. What is your favorite thing to eat for breakfast?

How much water should we be drinking? The general rule of thumb is eight glasses of 8-ounces of water. Remember the 8x8 ...
03/22/2019

How much water should we be drinking? The general rule of thumb is eight glasses of 8-ounces of water. Remember the 8x8 rule!

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New York, NY

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm

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