Healthy Life
Philadelphia Magazine's Healthy Life
MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2009
Hey, Healthy Lifers!
If you’re like us, you’ve been chilling out this summer with fro-yo from one of Philly’s six new yogurt spots. But is Philly’s fro-yo really that good for you? We found out everything you want to know, from calorie counts to the truth about frozen probiotics. We also rounded up adrenaline-pumping ways (get ready to hang ten and scuba with the sharks) to help you break a sweat like the Weekend Warrior you are, and we asked area chefs for healthy corn-on-the-cob recipes. Plus, we kindly asked one of our Top Doctors for the secret to staying safe while shaving so you can rock your bathing suit razor-bump-free. Enjoy!

This Week
EAT SMART: Are Philly’s New Fro-Yo Spots Really That Good for You?
We talked to a food science pro and pounded the pavement to find out everything from whether those probiotics really work to how many calories are in that cup.

The Truth About Fro-Yo’s Probiotics
Live, active cultures really can give your body a boost, but are fro-yo’s claims a fraud? More ...
How Many Calories Are in My Fro-Yo?
We got the scoop on the city’s fro-yo shops — and what it means for your waistline. More ...
Size Matters: The Sad Truth About Servings
From mini to medium to downright large, find out how many servings you’re swirling away in each cup. More ...
OUTDOORS: Up Your Weekend Workouts
Fast fitness getaways just a short drive from Philly. More ...

EAT THIS NOW: Jersey Corn
The super-sweet, perfectly tender ears are in season. Check out these recipes from the area’s smartest chefs. More ...

SUMMER HEATLH: How Can I Avoid Irritation While Shaving During Bathing-Suit Season?
Top Doctor Steven Manders, a dermatologist at Cooper University Hospital, shares tips for staying safe and smooth. More ...

 
GOT PAIN?
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Book It
LIVESTRONG Challenge Philly
Lace up your sneakers for a 5K walk/run or strap on your helmet for a 10- to 100-mile bike ride and help Lance kick cancer to the curb. More ...
Lithe Escape
Book your spot now for Lithe’s weeklong wellness retreat in Jamaica. More ...
Buy Fresh Buy Local Happy Hours at James
Boost the health benefits of your regular happy hour with foods from nearby farms and cocktails made with farm-fresh fruit. More ...
 
Health Resources
Guides
Coronary Artery Disease
CAD is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States, but Philadelphia doctors and hospitals are here to help you treat it. More ...
Top Doctors
Gerald Kolski

An allergist and immunologist at Crozer-Chester Medical Center specializing in asthma, rhinitis, latex allergy, and food allergies. More ...
Top Hospitals
Lungs
Philly’s best places to go for breathing easy. More ...
 

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