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Health
Teas That Improve Your Skin
Health Tests African Americans Need Sooner
Most teas are very rich in an- tioxidants that can hydrate, re- verse damage and reduce inflammation of the skin.
Here are four you should look out for!
Green Tea - the catechins in green tea can decrease inflamma- tion associated with aging, as well as protect against sunburns and potentially long-term UV damage.
Yerba Maté - it contains both high levels of free radical fighting antioxidants and caf-
feine. This tea is great for so many things from fatigue, ap- petite control and pore reduc-
tion, to acne prevention. Chamomile - is loved for its ability to relieve dry skin and acne. It possesses flavonoids that have a strong inhibitory effect
on free radicals. Rooibos - Sometimes
referred to as red tea, this South African caffeine-free drink is great for pregnant women and is full of anti-in- flammatory benefits.
For several health conditions, African Americans have increased risk for disease, have more severe forms of the disease and develop the disease at an earlier age than other groups. Early testing is criti- cal.
Here are 6 conditions that African Americans should be screened for earlier than the typical rec- ommended guidelines.
Blood Pressure
More than 40% of
non-Hispanic blacks
have high blood pres-
sure, and develops ear-
lier in life. If you have
additional high risk fac-
tors like diabetes or obesity, screenings may need to start earlier than the recommended age of 21.
Diabetes
AA testing age: Before age 45 Other groups: Every 3 years, start at 45
African Americans are 1.8 times more likely to have diabetes as non Hispanic whites.
Breast Cancer
AA testing age: Monthly self exam starting at 20; mammography at 35
Other groups: 40
Breast cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death among African Ameri- can women, surpassed only by lung cancer, sites Sisters Network, Inc., a breast cancer organiza- tion for Black women.
Glaucoma
AA testing age: Over 40 Other groups: Over 65
Glaucoma is the leading cause of blind- ness in African Americans. It is six to eight times more common in African Amer- icans than in Caucasians.
Colon Cancer AA testing age: 45 Other groups: 40
According to Cancer.Net, Black people have the highest rates of non-hereditary colorectal cancer in the United States, and colon cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths among black people.
Prostate Cancer
AA testing age: 40-45 (high risk) Other groups: 50 (average risk)
Black men develop prostate cancer 60% more often than White men. Black men also have a higher chance of dying from their prostate cancer and should start prostate cancer screening with yearly PSA tests and physical exams sooner.
Allergy Relieving Foods
Check out these foods that can alleviate some of the symp- toms associated with allergies.
Fish - Because salmon, tuna, mackerel, sardines, and other types of fish contain omega-3 fatty acids, they can lower your chances of developing allergies by fighting inflammation.
Fruits and vegetables - You can never go wrong with raw foods, such as fruits and vegetables, especially when they’re loaded with Vitamins C and E. Studies have shown that high levels of Vitamin C reduce histamine and help it break down faster, once it’s released, helping you to breathe easier.
Yogurt - Seems like yogurt
would clog your airways because it’s a dairy product, right? Not so! Yogurt contains “good” bac- teria, which can help with con- gestion and runny nose.
Green tea - High in the an- tioxidant epigallocatechin-3- gallate (EGCG), green tea has been proven to reduce the pro- duction of mucus.
Spicy foods - Do you ever notice that when you eat spicy foods, your nose runs and your eyes water? It may be annoying, but spices are actually clearing your sinuses. Horseradish, anise, fennel and hot mustard are like natural decongestants. Try adding these to your favorite foods.
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