Are you a clean-freak? Do you spend your time cleaning, wiping, disinfecting, dousing yourself in hand sanitizer and constantly washing things down in an attempt…
Studies show that African-Americans are not getting enough sleep — a health issue that has an adverse impact on our health. Consistent lack of sleep…
Dr. Ian Smith has been teaching us how to stay in good health for years through his Shred books and he’s back with another one.…
Calling all insomniacs. Back in the day, I would fall asleep anywhere and in any position without any shame. But nowadays my relationship with slumber…
You diet, you exercise, you lose weight – get it girl! But then you miss your favorite foods, kick exercise to the curb and one…
Chances are you or someone you know is experiencing one of these things: grief, sadness, and depression. About 11 million Americans are affected by SAD…
#TBT to 2011 when I thought running more than five miles was impossible. Fast forward to 2015, when not only was it possible, but incredible–five…
Bring on the red roses, chocolates, strawberries and champagne. Valentine’s Day is here again and while this holiday favors the blissfully coupled this year I…
Despite decades of medical research and public campaigns to ease the problem, heart disease is the number one killer in the United States. One of…
By Mary-Pat Hector “Phat,” “Chubby,” “Thick,” “Plus Size,” these are words that were indirectly written on my forehead from the day I started grade school. These names not only haunted me as a young girl, constantly engrained in my memories as they sometimes even haunt me presently. Being considered over weight in a size 2 […]
