Forbidden Cures By Tangela Y. Adams CHC Cancer, one of the most dreaded words in the English language, instantly brings on a feeling of dread and despair. As a society, we have been automatically conditioned to think that cancer is the ultimate death sentence. Traditional medicine has consistently given us the option of surgery, radiation, Continue Reading
Learning to Overcome Self-Sabotage Build Self-Esteem and Stay on Path Towards Your Goals By Kayla Moses-David When I chose this topic I knew that what I desired to share with you would be realizations of my own sacred journey. The woman who I am today is a product of years of self-reflection, healing, refinement and 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
NURTUROLOGY Nurturing the Spirit of Holistic Living & Healthy Families By Rashida A. Marshall “If I am in harmony with my family, that’s success.” This short and simple Ute proverb holds such a strong meaning as it relates to building and strengthening a family unit and is an idea that must be carried within 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
Raw Joy: Introduce Raw, Live Foods to the Holiday Feast By Tangela Yvette Adams With the holidays just around the corner wouldn’t be great to start a new holiday tradtion by intoducing raw food to the holiday table? If you’re like most people during the holidays, the last thing you’re thinking of is raw food. Continue Reading
November is American Diabetes Month, and this year’s theme is “Eat Well, America!” Sounds simple, right? It’s not only an easy instruction, but it also shows how diet plays a major role in the fight against diabetes. Before we speak on how to eat well, let’s take a brief look at how diabetes is affecting Continue Reading
Ovarian & Breast Cancer: Using Nutrition to Reduce Your Risk By Michelle Maxwell, MS, RD During the months of September and October, national observances are held for both ovarian and breast cancer. According to the Centers for Disease Control, Black women have a higher chance of dying from breast cancer than white women. Additionally, Black Continue Reading
Sculpt and Tone Your Upper Body with These Exercises in Issue 5! AFIYA MagazineAFIYA Magazine looks to enhance the awareness and knowledge of wellness issues important to African-American women while providing a platform for us to grow, expand, and develop within our personal and professional lives. www.afiyamagazine.com
Corn and Zucchini Tacos In conjunction with our Epidemic of Sugar article, Registered Dietitian Doniss Hicks shares with us quick, tasty and healthy recipe that can the risk of developing diabetes. This corn and zucchini taco recipe an easy fix that can be served during your summer get-togethers. Serves: 6 Serving size: 1 taco Preparation Continue Reading
