Pure Sweets & Co. is an organic, gluten-free, vegan, kosher parve cafe in Philly that will win over even the most die hard cheesesteak and soft pretzel guy or gal. P.S. & Co. has gluten-free and vegan desserts that are healthy in blueprint and decadent in taste. No multi syllabic additives or peculiar preservatives here: the only things you'll find in a Pure Sweets treat are carefully curated unrefined ingredients and happiness.

Pure Sweets & Co. Discount for Members: 

• 10% 15% OFF entire order**

Update on Immunizations: Get Your Shots! 

By: Monica Duvall, M.D. 

Many of our patients use the summer months to catch up on routine health screenings--gyn exams, dental cleanings, physicals--which is great.  Despite this motivation to get healthy, however, I have noticed that when it comes to vaccinations, many patients are unaware, or uninterested, in taking care of this very important--and effective--step in preventing disease.  The development of vaccines has been one of the most important and cost-effective public health initiatives of the past century, saving untold numbers of lives worldwide from now-preventable disease.  Ironically, this success has caused some vaccine apathy in our population, as many once-deadly diseases are simply off our radar and do not seem to pose an immediate threat.    

The American Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) releases new vaccine updates annually, and occasionally more frequently.  CDC researchers recently analyzed data from the 2013 National Health Interview Survey and found that for at least six vaccines recommended for adults by the ACIP, the rates of coverage were far below the goals of the Healthy People 2020 targets (this is a national collaborative effort to reduce disease and promote health in America).  So what vaccines should you be getting?  

Click here to review a general list of vaccines recommended for a healthy adult. 

Healthy Snacks in a Hurry

By: Audrey Hasse, Registered Dietitian

When you're on the run all day, as most of us are during the busy summer months, remember to take a few healthy snacks along with you.  Here are some tips to make snacking easy, and a list of some healthy go-to snacks.

Snacking Tips:

• Try to incorporate protein into your snacks.  This will help keep you fuller, longer. 
• Bring a little cooler or lunch box in your car to transport snacks at the right temperature all day.
• Avoid processed "snack foods" and stick to real, whole foods such a fruits, veggies, protein, and fats.
• Keep your snacks around 150-200 calories
• Snacking throughout the day will help keep you from over eating when you get to mealtime.
• Plan your snacks ahead of time and portion them out each day to avoid overeating.
• Don't use snacking as something to do when you are bored, instead use it as a means of fueling your body throughout the day.

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