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COVID-19: Dietician Offers Six Healthy Steps For Surviving Quarantine COVID-19: Dietician Offers Six Healthy Steps For Surviving Quarantine
Covid-19: Dietician Offers Six Healthy Steps For Surviving Quarantine With millions working from home in their sweatpants during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, it's easy to let healthy eating habits slide by the wayside as well. In fact, staying healthy while staying home can become downright challenging, yet it is one of the most important factors in fending off disease, according to Jacqueline Gomes, a registered dietician representing Foodtown Stores’ Easy to Eat Well program.  “Routines are broken, food is available all day long, and the increased stress levels can all add up to an unhealthy diet," Gomes said. “We can all benefit from cul…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Calling All Men: Catch Health Problems Early With Simple Check-Ups Calling All Men: Catch Health Problems Early With Simple Check-Ups
Calling All Men: Catch Health Problems Early With Simple Check-Ups While going for a routine physical may not be at the top of many men's to-do lists, especially those in middle-age, males between 40 and 64 years old should begin regular health screenings, even if they feel healthy. “Your family health history really starts to come into play in middle age,” said Dr. Howard Feldfogel, of Highland Medical, P.C. Clarkstown Medical Associates and director of the Department of Medicine at Montefiore Nyack Hospital. “If you have a family history of heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes, you should be tested for these things, too. Even i…

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