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4 Smart Strategies to Steer Clear of Everyday Germs

You can’t completely avoid the millions of tiny, infection-causing microbes in the world around you. But there are lots of little things you can do to help protect yourself and others from spreading these germs.


6 Ways to Protect Yourself from the Sun

Skin cancer is a highly preventable disease, yet one out of every five people in the United States will develop it during their lifetime. It most often occurs in basal and squamous cells in the outer layer of your skin, usually on sun-exposed areas like your face, ears, neck, lips, and the backs of your hands. If detected early enough, this type of skin cancer is easily treated, but you can avoid it altogether by following these simple steps.

3 Juicy Fruits that Lower Your Chances for Cancer

Sweet, juicy fruits are plentiful in the summer, but three, in particular, can help protect you from life-threatening cancer. 

Harness the Power of “Good” Fat for Your Good Health

Not all fat is bad. In fact, the type of fat known as omega-3 is essential to good health. It’s good for your brain, your nervous system, and it fights inflammation — which makes it perfect for easing the pain of arthritis.

 

Treat Your Heart to the Awesome Perks of Chickpeas

It’s mind boggling how one humble legume can do so much for your heart. But that’s what chickpeas do — they fend off heart disease and serious conditions that trigger heart disease like obesity and type 2 diabetes.  Protect your heart with a hummus recipe you and your family will fall in love with.