people end up in the emergency room with heart attack and stroke-like symptoms. This is the time to pay close attention to your plate. Watch the sodium in the barbecue sauce, baked beans, and the seasonings you are sprinkling on your food.
I know a big pot of greens with smoked meat sounds nice but try some other healthy alternatives. I recently went to a barbecue and instead of eating what everyone else ate, I had grilled fish and vegetables. It was so delicious that my friends wanted some of my food because it looked so tasty. So, this summer try some grilled vegetables, seafood, and even grilled fruit instead of the barbeque ribs
#3 Stay Active
This is not the time to get lazy and sleep all day. I know most people are wanting to catch up on rest but this is the ultimate time to celebrate by getting active. Unbelievably it doesn’t take long to pack on pounds. After a few pieces of cake or a bowl of banana pudding the fat will attach itself. This summer it would be beneficial to find a workout class, or you and some friends, or go for a walk on the beach. The more active you are the less pounds you will pack on.
#4 Don’t forget the Sun Screen
Ignore the myths that black people don’t need sunscreen. Damaging UV rays can penetrate all types of skin, regardless of your ethnicity. While skin cancer rates are significantly lower in African-Americans and Hispanics than in Caucasians, low risk doesn’t mean no risk. So, make sure if you hit the beach this summer you have on protection. According to the American Academy of Dermatology it’s recommended to