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Prostate cancer is a serious disease that affects nearly 13 out of every 100 American men. Take the time to learn about the risks and symptoms of this deadly condition. Ignoring prostate health can lead to even greater health complications. That is because age is the most common risk factor when it comes to prostate cancer. In other words, the older you are, the higher your chances of developing the disease. Beyond age, other risk factors include race and family history.

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Makes: 4 servings Ingredients: 1 avocado (divided) 2 Tbsp. nonfat plain Greek yogurt 1 Tbsp. rice vinegar ¼ tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. black pepper 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks 1 large red bell pepper (chopped) ½ cup shredded carrots ½ cup shredded cabbage 1 green onion (sliced) 2 cups chicken breast (cooked, cubed) 4-6 ½-inch whole wheat pita pockets Directions Mash half of the avocado in a small dish. Add in the yogurt, rice vinegar,...

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Summertime is here! Now’s the time you can get outside, enjoy nice weather, and soak up some sun. But like with any good thing, too much sunshine can be harmful to your body. That’s because the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays contain radiation that can lead to serious health issues, including cancer.

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Makes: 4 servings Ingredients: 2 cups cucumber (diced) 1 cup tomatoes (seeded and diced) ¼ cup sweet onion (chopped) 2 cups couscous or rice (cooked) 2 tsp. fresh or dried dill weed (chopped) ½ cup low-fat Italian salad dressing Directions Toss together the cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, couscous or rice, dill and salad dressing. Chill for one hour. Then serve. Nutritional information for 1 serving: Calories 331Total fat 1 gSaturated Fat 0 gCholesterol 1 mgSodium 344...

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July 2023: UV Safety

Summertime is here! Now’s the time you can get outside, enjoy nice weather, and soak up some sun. But like with any good thing, too much sunshine can be harmful to your body. That’s because the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays contain radiation that can lead to serious health issues, including cancer.

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Blueberry Muffins

Makes: 12 servings Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1/2 cup low-fat milk 1 tsp. vanilla 2 cups flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 2 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen Directions Preheat the over to 375 degrees F. Grease the muffin pans. In a large mixing bowl, stir the oil and sugar until creamy. Add the eggs, milk, and vanilla. Mix until blended. In a medium mixing bowl, stir...

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Time to get outside, and encourage your friends, family, and children to unplug and take some time away from the screens and harsh fluorescent lights to enjoy some natural beauty. Getting the recommended amount of physical activity every day (30 minutes) doesn’t have to be a chore. An easy way to make exercise fun for the whole family is by playing outside.

Stuffed Bell Peppers

Makes: 5 servings Ingredients: 5 bell peppers 1 pound 90% lean ground beef ¾ cup brown rice ½ can diced low-sodium tomatoes 3 Tbsp. lemon juice ¼ tsp. cinnamon ¼ tsp allspice ¼ tsp. ground black pepper Directions Cut a circular hole in the tops of the bell peppers. Remove the seeds and membrane and set aside. Brown ground beef in skillet and drain any remaining fat. In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients...

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An individual’s mental health—how one thinks, feels and acts—can change over time due to factors like workload, stress, and work-life balance. With 1 in 5 American adults experiencing mental illness (including stress, anxiety, and depression) each year, it is apparent that mental health matters.

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Makes: 4 servings Ingredients: 1 tsp. olive oil ½ cup sweet onion (sliced) 1 garlic clove (finely chopped) 3 small new potatoes (quartered) ¾ cup carrot (sliced) ¾ cup asparagus pieces ¾ cup sugar snap peas or green beans ½ cup radishes (quartered) ¼ tsp. salt ¼ tsp. black pepper ½ tsp. dried dill Directions Heat the oil in a skillet. Cook the onion for two minutes. Add the garlic and cook another minute. Stir...