SICKLE CELL AWARENESS How Proper Nutrition Plays a Role By Michelle Maxwell, MS, RD As a dietitian in a predominantly African American county, I have seen my fair share of clients with Sickle-cell anemia (SCA) or clients who carried the trait. Unlike my diabetic or hypertensive clients, there really isn’t a clear diet plan I Continue Reading
Jacquee Fuller: Guiding Others to LiveWell By Rashida A. Marshall Figure Pro, Jacquee Fuller is making moves in the world of fitness and competitive bodybuilding. As an open figure, master’s figure and physique professional in the NGA and IFPA bodybuilding federations, Jacquee is showing individuals that the only limitations that stop you from your fitness goals Continue Reading
The De-stress Blueprint By Tangela Yvette Adams CHC Everyone has faced stress at one time or another. Stress can be a hard opponent to conquer but not an impossible one. It is important to note that there is both good and bad stress. Healthy stress helps us to focus so we can follow through in Continue Reading
Breastfeeding Awareness How Diet Plays a Part in Healthy Breast Milk By Michelle Maxwell, MS, RD As we celebrate Breastfeeding Awareness Month and approach World Breastfeeding Awareness Week, we usually focus so much on giving the information on why mom’s should breastfeed, and may not always give answers to the common questions that help moms be Continue Reading
In recent years there has been more awareness on recognizing when someone is having a stroke than in the past. I believe that speaks to our evolution as a society. Health is at the forefront in many regards. Not just the recognition and prevention aspect, but rehabilitation, as well. That’s where the consideration of yoga Continue Reading
Anything that we set our mind towards in life requires preparation. Whether it be mental, emotional, or physical preparation, most milestones in our lives are met through much conditioning and preparation. Before running a race, training is required. Before going to college, high school courses are required. Pregnancy is no different. As the body changes Continue Reading
Our core is the central powerhouse of our body. It plays a major role in our overall stability, control, posture, and balance. At times, we may want to focus more on the aesthetic of our midsection. Yet, what’s more important is that regularly perform core moves that will maintain a healthy center. Below are two Continue Reading
Sometimes a quick workout is all we need to burn off calories and feel re-energized. This 20 minute routine is great for those looking to add something new to their morning cardio, squeeze in a quick workout during the lunch break or in the midst of a hectic schedule. Requiring very little equipment, this workout Continue Reading
In a society where the voices of Black women are not always heard or listened to, more and more women of color are creating the platforms necessary to shine light on our opinions, challenges and successes. What started out as a natural friendship for Mandi Wooddruff and Tiffany Aliche has turned out to be Continue Reading
AMERICAN HEART MONTH Stay Informed. Stay Healthy Each year during the month of February, American Heart Month is observed to bring attention to a major issue—heart disease. According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the number one killer of American women, affecting over 6 million women and leaving close to 40 million at Continue Reading
