Topics :: health

Gay Fitness: Want Bigger Shoulders?

By Peter Jackson, CPT | Monday Aug 6, 2012
Jackson gives a tutorial on strengthening shoulders, along with his exercise of the week and nutritional tips.

Healthier Fast Food in New York City

By LAURAN NEERGAARD | Thursday Aug 2, 2012
New York City now has hard evidence that its ban on trans fat in restaurant food made a meaningful dent in people’s consumption of the artery clogger and wasn’t just replaced with another bad fat.

Dominican Superfood Feast

Sunday Jul 29, 2012
From traditional nutrient packed dishes like Mangu Dominicano to innovative and inspired creations like Quinoa Hamburgers, the young and highly acclaimed Chef Cristian BaƩz of Sublime Samana Hotel & Residences is reinvigorating the Dominican kitchen.

Gay Fitness: Tips to Gaining Muscle Size

By Peter Jackson, CPT | Sunday Jul 22, 2012
Peter Jackson talks strength training and Omega-3 fatty acids.

Perfecting the Art of Play

By John Riley | Tuesday Jul 17, 2012
When it comes to your health, it is best to be like a child.

Rejuvenate Your Face With a Watermelon Facial

Sunday Jul 15, 2012
The 50-minute facial includes a cooling mask containing watermelon extract, which revives the skin’s youthful glow. Not just a healthy treat, watermelon is rich in A, B and C vitamins to keep the skin freshly radiant and hydrated while preventing blemish.

High-Protein and Healthy Summer Recipes

Thursday Jun 28, 2012
Swimsuit season has arrived. To help everyone stay in "shape" this summer, here are two delicious lower-calorie, high protein recipes made with tofu that are great tasting - and healthy, too.

Area Hospitals Get High Marks

By John Riley | Saturday Jun 23, 2012
The D.C. metropolitan area is among the top regions in the country when it comes to the quality and LGBT-friendliness of health care policies and practices at hospitals.

Activists Say Personal Education, Honesty, Patient-Doctor Relationships Crucial to LGBT Health

By John Riley | Friday Jun 22, 2012
A group of LGBT community members and advocates gathered in the Metropolitan Community Church of Washington to listen to local experts talk about the importance of guarding one’s health, particularly in light of research showing health disparities.

Gay Fitness: Is My Obesity Related to My Depression?

By Peter Jackson, CPT | Saturday Jun 9, 2012
The Fitness Guy talks obesity, serotonin, and his exercise of the week!