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 women are the second most commonly diagnosed group as it relates to ovarian cancer. Along Continue Reading
AMANDIA REESE CRAIG: MAKING MOVES IN THE WORLD OF BEAUTY AND FASHION Celebrity fashion stylist Amandia Reese Craig is leaving her mark in the fashion and beauty industry. As the owner and creative director of Artisyles Boutique and the co-owner of Glensford Beauty Academy, she has worked diligently at her craft while achieving success in Continue Reading
September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, a time during which the public is informed about this blood disorder. Statistics show that 1 in every 32 African Americans are born with the sickle cell trait and 1 in every 365 African Americans are born with sickle cell disease. AFIYA Magazine received the opportunity to sit Continue Reading
When the word scientist comes to mind, often times the image that may pop in our head may not resemble that of a beautiful, educated black woman, but Eunice Cofie aims to help change that perception. As the President and Chief Cosmetic Chemist of Nuekie, Eunice has already begun to lay the building blocks of Continue Reading
Young Woman on the Rise ~Shauntierra Wilson~ At the age of 16, Shauntierra Wilson has already begun to leave her impressive mark on the world. With a passion for writing, Shauntierra has already entered into the world of entrepreneurship as the author of True Survivor and the founder of EPIC Destiny Youth Foundation, a non-profit Continue Reading
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
No Limits on Transformation w/ IFBB Figure Pro Cheryl Davis After taking a glance of a photo of Cheryl Davis, there is no denying that she has dedicated herself to her craft. As a fitness coach, personal trainer and accomplished figure competitor, Davis has used her achievements in the world of bodybuilding and her knowledge Continue Reading
The Epidemic of Sugar: A Pathway to Diabetes A long time ago, before I became a Registered Dietitian, I used to hear my elders talking about “sugar”. At that time, I had no idea what “sugar” was other than the white sugar that my family and everybody I knew used. I heard the elders saying Continue Reading
See it! Say it! Soar! w/ Kristie Kennedy A dynamic speaker and author, dedicated coach, and skilled make-up artist, Kristie Kennedy is a powerhouse whose energy and enthusiasm to inspire others is unmatched. Having dealt with an assortment of issues that may sometimes bump others off course, Kristie chose to take her life experiences Continue Reading
Cherishing Our Mental Health 10 Ways to Boost Mental Well-Being Caring for our mental and emotional health is just as important as taking care of our physical health. For Mental Health Awareness Month, during the month of May, we encourage others to tend to their mental health needs. Studies have shown that women are twice Continue Reading
