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Community Healthcare Network, a nonprofit provider based in Midtown, signed a 35-year lease to establish an expanded federally qualified health center in the South Bronx, the organization announced last week. The lease, which was secured by advising company Denham Wolf […]

Rasam is a spicy lentil soup eaten with rice. It is thought to help with digestion and to treat colds and flus. It’s a go-to dish when funds are low. It can feed the whole family and can be eaten […]

What is Haitian Independence Day? January 1st marks Haitian Independence Day when revolutionary, Jean-Jacques Dessalines “the father of Haiti,” pronounced that Haitian-born slaves were free and independent from colonial French rule. General Dessalines and an army of “les gens de […]

Our bodies change during menopause. What we eat and our lifestyle choices can help make this change easier: Recipe adapted from NYT Cooking Ingredients: 3/4 pound mushrooms of your choice, sliced 1/2 inch thick 1 medium red onion, halved and […]

Mindful eating can help us to make more intentional food choices and be aware of our feelings related to eating. Try these tips to help practice mindful eating during the holiday season: Don’t skip meals. “Saving calories” for a big […]

Soybeans and soy products contain high-quality protein and are filled with many essential vitamins, minerals, and nutrients. The amount of soy-based foods we eat is a controversial topic when it comes to breast cancer, hormones in men, thyroid function, and […]

It’s officially harvest season in New York and our city’s farmers markets provide a great variety of fresh, culturally diverse, and accessible fruits and vegetables! There are many ways to save money at local farmers markets: For every $2 in […]

Lower your sodium intake using homemade seasonings Did you know? Sodium is a part of salt. It is a nutrient used for preserving foods. Too much sodium can lead to high blood pressure. Sometimes foods that don’t taste salty can […]

Happy Summer! While we are happy to have longer summer evenings, it can make it hard to get enough sleep so that you feel rested by the time the sun comes up again tomorrow. A bedtime ritual, like stretching, helps […]

Water makes up most of your body. It helps your brain function, boosts your energy, protects your organs, and keeps your immune system strong. The average person should aim to drink at least eight 8-ounce cups of water a day. […]