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8 Steps to Youthful, Glowing Skin

Small changes can yield big results in so many different areas of our well-being, one of which is the health of our skin. There are so many different beauty products advertised to us on a regular basis. It’s easy to forget that attaining vibrant, glowing skin is something that we can be in control of Continue Reading

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The Benefits of Deep Breathing

Inhale deeply. Exhale deeply. This terminology is often heard during a yoga class, yet they are actions which are ideal for us to repeat throughout our daily lives. Deep breathing is a valuable skill with stress placing such a burden on most people. In fact, studies have shown that about 60% of illnesses and diseases Continue Reading

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Childhood Obesity Awareness

Poor nutrition among our children has become such an epidemic that we have two months to address it. August is Kid’s Eat Right Month followed by Childhood Obesity Awareness Month in September. Food is a touchy subject for most people, and it remains a difficult topic when talking to parents about what children should and Continue Reading

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The Body: Our Greatest Tool

If someone were to ask you what your most important tool was, what would be the first thing to come to mind? Your laptop? Your vehicle? Maybe even your cell phone? While each of these things is extremely useful and serves a much needed purpose in most of our lives, what if I told you Continue Reading

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Partner Exercises: Get Motivated to Move w/ Friends!

Summertime is one of the best times to get together with family and friends and encourage one another to stay active. Partner or group workouts don’t always have to be complicated or full of crazy moves. Even performing the same movement with your partner and adding small variations to common exercises can be enough to Continue Reading

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Raising Sickle Cell Awareness in Tallahassee, FL

By Tifany Hill Each September we observe Sickle Cell Awareness month to shed light on a condition. According to the Centers for Disease Control, about 1 in 13 Black or African-American babies is born with the Sickle Cell Trait. AFIYA Magazine had the opportunity to speak with Carmen Cummings who has made a commitment to Continue Reading

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Nicole Deggins of Sista Midwife Productions

Nicole Deggins, the founder of Sista Midwife Production, is bringing light to the conversation of doulas and motherhood. Born and raised in New Orleans, Nicole became a nurse in 1994. After working in labor and delivery, she discovered it was an area into which she wanted to delve deeper. In 1999, she went on to Continue Reading

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Healthy Diet and Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding Awareness Month here and World Breastfeeding Awareness Week is approaching. A great deal of effort goes in to spreading the awareness of breastfeeding practices. Just as important is discussing ways to help moms be successful. One common question is, what should mothers eat while they are breastfeeding. The good news is, if you followed a Continue Reading

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Fertility: Can Your Diet Play a Part?

Several women dream about the day when they can say they are eating for two as they go through pregnancy. Unfortunately, some women experience difficulties with fertility. When that issue arises, it may be time to take a look at your diet while you’re just eating for one. There are several factors that can contribute Continue Reading

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