What Do You Know About Fibroids?
Black Women Affected MoreFibroids are the most frequently seen “tumors” of the female reproductive system, according to UCLA Health. Though …
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The Making of a True Father
In the last issue of this magazine, we celebrated women that did extraordinary things in their communities. Even though few women were featu…
Kinky Hair, Don’t Care
Most of us have heard of the term “good hair” and have heard it in association with
bad” kinky hair. Black hair has not always been considered beautiful, and even till today is still looked down upon by too many as unkempt, nappy and unprofessional. This view on black hair has a negative effect on black girls/women and our relationship with our hair.
Straddling Two Worlds In Search Of Who Am I?
Among our most important beliefs are those we hold about who we are, our values and what we can achieve. This is usually a challenging lifetime journey to find clarity of Self and then to follow through with continuity in our actions. The cultures or “roadmaps” in which we are raised and the cultures we find ourselves living in as children and adults have tremendous influences on our identity, often unconsciously.
Redefining the Profile of a Healthy Father
June ushers in one of my favorite holidays. Not only is June 21st Father’s Day this year, it is also the first day of summer. Father’s Day honors the important men in our lives. During my career as a medical doctor and personal trainer, and in life itself, I have found that where there is a healthy father there is a healthy family. The father is at the helm and in his absence the family operates at less than full strength. Many men recognize this and are taking better care of themselves so they will be around to take care of their families.
Live-It Up: Expressing Our Values Through Food Choices
Where does our food come from? Who (or what) grows it? What additives and processes are used, i.e. GMOs, hormones, preservatives, pesticides, herbicides, antibiotics? What is life like for the growers and gatherers and processors of our food? How far does the food travel to get to our plate? Is what we eat really food? How much of our food is fresh and locally grown vs. processed, canned and shipped 1200 miles?
Diabetes Is Not Something to Ignore
A certified diabetes educator like Michelle Brown can help people better manage their diabetes through education, including how to eat a balanced diet.
Live It Up! Happiness = Healthy Longevity
Happy people live longer-by at least 35 percent, according to one study. Other studies show optimists live longer than pessimists. Positive thoughts and attitudes do things in your body that strengthen your immune system, boost positive emotions, decrease pain, and provide stress relief
Lukewarm Fragrances & Fly Multi Athletic Wear.
When life knocks you down on your knees, you have two options: sit there and wallow in your sorrows, or pick yourself up and strive above and beyond. Today you will learn about an incredible brand and its founders who rose from the ashes like a phoenix and have soared beyond the bounds of possibility.