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Do you know that the women below the age of 50 need twice the amount of iron per day as men of the same age? Low iron levels also affect children and cause anemia.

The studies have shown that eating right could reduce your risk for some cancers. It has been found that a nutritious diet high in fruits and vegetables could help prevent the disease.

Do you want to have healthy, glowing skin? Well, who doesn’t! Do you know eating a healthy diet could also make your skin glow? Studies have found that carbohydrate-rich foods with a high glycemic index could cause acne.

Do you know that lemons are one of the healthiest foods in the world? This is because just one lemon contains your daily dose of vitamin C, it boosts your immunity, cleanses the liver and aids in weight loss.

Staying hydrated is very important for your physical as well as mental well-being. Dehydration can have a negative impact on your energy levels and mood. Water also helps the body maintain its natural pH balance.

Do you often get mood-swings? If yes, it’s time to switch to healthier diet alternatives. The studies have shown that people who eat more fruits and vegetables tend to report better mental health.

Can you guess the highest-calorie fast food item in the world? If you’ve guessed milkshake, then you’re right! So, instead of a milkshake, consider making a healthy green smoothie.

Do you know that one can of soda contains 10 teaspoons of sugar and an average adult in the U.S. drinks 500 cans of soda every year? This equates to around 52 pounds of sugar.

P. T. Barnum has rightly said, “The foundation of success in life is good health: that is the substratum fortune; it is also the basis of happiness. A person cannot accumulate a fortune very well when he is sick.”

Eating right is often associated with improved memory and concentration. In fact, studies have found that people who eat healthy diets are less likely to develop dementia and Alzheimer's.

Bernard Jensen has rightly said, “Nutrition is the only remedy that can bring full recovery and can be used with any treatment. Remember, food is our best medicine!”

Breakfast revs up our metabolism and gives us the energy we need to move through the day. Therefore, you should never skip a breakfast. Unfortunately, millions of Americans who have a too busy lifestyle, often skip this important meal.

Jason Statham has rightly said, “Looking good and feeling good go hand in hand. If you have a healthy lifestyle, your diet and nutrition are set, and you're working out, you're going to feel good.”

Have you heard about intermittent fasting? Well, it is a popular eating pattern in which people cycle between periods of fasting and eating. According to some studies, intermittent fasting is as effective as continuous calorie restriction for weight loss.

Do you know that eating healthy can literally help you save money? According to a study, unhealthy diets full of processed foods cost $1.50 more a day than healthy diets full of whole foods.

An inspiring quote by Ann Wigmore: “The food you eat can be either the safest and most powerful form of medicine or the slowest form of poison.”

Do you know that eating chocolate is good for your skin? The antioxidants found in chocolate are known to improve blood flow and protect against UV damage.

A true saying by Michael Tierra: “Diet is the essential key to all successful healing. Without a proper balanced diet, the effectiveness of herbal treatment is very limited.”

Can you guess the name of the healthiest fat on the planet? If you have guessed “Extra Virgin Olive Oil," then you are right! This oil contains monounsaturated fats which help lower cholesterol and control insulin levels.

The studies have shown that tea can lower risks of heart attack, type 2 Diabetes, certain types of cancers and Parkinson’s disease. But, make sure your tea isn’t too sweet!

Eating a healthy and nutritious diet is also associated with improving men's fertility. Obese men, on the other hand, tend to have fewer and more abnormal s***m.

Do you know that the average calories consumed at a buffet is 2,500? This figure goes up to 3,000 calories at a Chinese buffet. So, it’s best to avoid buffets altogether if you are on a diet plan.

Do you know that drinking at least 5 glasses of water a day can lower your chances of suffering from a heart attack by 40%?

It’s amazing how far universities can go to attract the top talent! As a case in point, the student recreation center in University of Missouri has an indoor beach beside the pool and a waterfall that cascades into a river.

Did you know that the Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern California (JCCCNC) hosts nearly 100 cultural events, training programs and workshops for Japanese-Americans? Around 60,000 people attend the JCCCNC events every year.

Did you know that Re-ainbow community center in Vietnam was built using recycled materials, such as, partly broken bricks, sheet metals and scaffolding pipes? Another attraction of the center is the innovative use of multiple colors, hence the name Re-ainbow.

Did you know that in the early 1900s, American community centers were based in schools? At that time, most schools in the inner city areas were turned into community centers after the school hours.

Did you know that Black Bamboo Community Center in Yogyakarta, Indonesia was funded by 31 local communities? After four months of fund raising, local volunteers worked together with bamboo specialists to complete the project in two months.

If someone is suffering from cancer and needs mental support, they might consider visiting Cancer Community Center in South Portland, Maine. The center provides support to cancer patients through its various free programs and services.

Some Fortune 500 companies donate a great deal of money to community centers. For example, Texas-based Valero Energy Corporation donated $1,000,000 to the St. Austin Community Center, supporting their healthcare initiatives to Houston’s East End communities.

For the orphans or foster children, SOS Children’s Lavezzorio Community Center in Chicago is one of the best places to reconnect to siblings and parents. Its large spaces encourage social interactions and learning opportunities to the neighborhood families.

Eco-friendly buildings are all the rage these days; and community centers are no exception. Melbourne-based Clayton Community Center, for instance, holds rainwater on its roof and channels it to the central courtyard’s pond to make the most of natural resources.

Your physical activity is as important as a healthy weight loss diet plan. According to one study, people who are leaner move an average of 150 minutes more per day than those who are overweight.

Do you know that fruit juices are as sugary as soft drinks like coca cola? Since they don’t have fiber and no chewing resistance, juices make it very easy to consume large amounts of sugar.

Did you know there’s a community center built exclusively for the sewing women in Jabu, Swaziland? Built by hand, Jabu Center has an open classroom, two toilets and a kitchen. It was later turned into a community center for all.