The Healing Power of Friendships

Healthy Living Daily Newsletter  |  February 23, 2015

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Today's Top Story The Healing Power of Friendships Social connections are an essential part of wellness, and maintaining friendships both new and old is important to your continued physical health. In fact, experts have even uncovered a link between loneliness and cancer rates. Get tips to help keep your close friendships — and make new ones.  » Featured Article Is Stress Triggering Your Asthma? When your stress level goes through the roof, so can your risk of an asthma attack. Find out how to breathe easier under pressure.  » Today's Recipe Portobello "Philly Cheesesteak" Sandwich The secret here is that this recipe is actually vegetarian-friendly — delicious Portobello mushrooms, which are sauteed with onions, red bell peppers, and loads of seasonings then smothered in hot, melty (but reduced-fat) provolone cheese. Get the recipe!  » Featured Columnist Will the Flu Get You This Year? What kind of flu season can the U.S. expect this year? If our mates in Australia are any indication, it could be a bad one. See why 'down under' may have you feeling under the weather this year.  » Everyday Solutions 9 Foods to Avoid With Hypothyroidism When you have hypothyroidism, what you eat can affect your thyroid gland as well as your body’s ability to absorb thyroid hormone. Avoid these foods for hypothyroidism management.