Being the Glue… How much is it hurting you? By L. Denise Jackson Some people say we are in a post-racial society? What do you think? For some things color really doesn’t matter. Being the Glue is one of them. Gender doesn’t even matter. For AFIYA, we will reference women only, but it isn’t limited Continue Reading
Colon Cancer What You Need to Know Every year during the month of March, colon cancer awareness month is observed to bring awareness to the second leading cause of cancer deaths. According to the Centers for Disease Control, close to 140,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with colon cancer each year. Additionally, African-Americans have Continue Reading
Personal trainer and physique competitor, Leslie Prater, had a fantastic idea when she created Not Guilty Nutrition. Stemming from an unexpected shift in her morning routine, her cupcakes offer a form of healthy and enjoyable snacking that is sure to satisfy anyone’s taste buds. A former athlete while in high school, Leslie studied health promotion Continue Reading
By Michelle Maxwell, MS, LD, RD March is National Nutrition Month, so as a dietitian this is definitely one of my favorite times of year. The theme for this year is “Bite into a healthy lifestyle.” My goal is to get you to think about food a little differently and realize that it is just Continue Reading
By Rashida A. Marshall It’s almost inevitable to go a day without seeing advertisements for products that are best for healthy, shiny, strong hair. There’s no denying the benefits of using quality “products” on our scalp and hair, but if what we put inside of our bodies is not quality then it begins to defeat Continue Reading
By Sherrell Moore-Tucker Do you remember Jane Fonda in the 80s or Step Aerobics in the 90s? It’s interesting to reflect on how things evolve and change in life, and the fitness industry is no different. As a society we’ve spent years sculpting muscles, gaining strength, and building our cardiovascular system all in the hopes Continue Reading
With spring right around the corner, it’s time to start pulling those cute sleeveless and strapless spring dresses. These four exercises are guaranteed to have your upper body looking and feeling fabulous in all of your spring attire. SEE MORE IN THE MAR/APR ISSUE AFIYA MagazineAFIYA Magazine looks to enhance the awareness and knowledge of Continue Reading
Chemical peels are a common procedure used today in spas and dermatologists offices. Many times, women of color forgo these treatments due of lack of knowledge or having the wrong impression of these services and their benefits. In this article we will cover the many types of chemical peels and their effects and benefits on Continue Reading
The energy displayed within an ASA! fitness class comes off like no other. From the music to the vibrant and cultural African clothing to the modern yet traditional movements, all of it transforms the workout into an experience which you’d never want to miss. Fitness and wellness though cultural expression—as so accurately explained by founder Continue Reading
The Health Benefits of Massages Treating yourself to a massage doesn’t need to be reserved for special occasions only. Whether it is from your significant other or a licensed massage therapist, making time to get massages on a regular basis can provide more health benefits then you think. 36% – Percentage by which massages can Continue Reading
