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Health

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Health
Which Mushroom is Best for Weight Loss?
These flavorful fungi are packed with vitamins, minerals and fiber.
By Gerrie Summers
, May 16, 2025
5 Min Read
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Health
Incline Walking Ab-solutely Helps Whittle the Waist
An easy tweak—oudoors or on a treadmill—helps tone and tighten abs, build a better booty, improve mood and burn off body fat.
By Javacia Harris Bowser
, March 28, 2025
3 Min Read
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Health
Where Them Fans At?
Book clubs are great. Brunch is fun. But coming together as Black women to talk about menopause with good food, games and prizes makes for an unforgettable gathering.
By Shanna B. Tiayon
, March 20, 2025
5 Min Read
various plant-based milks for weight loss
Health
Which Milk is Best for Weight Loss?
If you want the real skinny on your choices among plant-based options and dairy, consider nutrition, not just calories.
By Gerrie Summers
, March 18, 2025
4 Min Read
Kanessa Doss works out at her local gym
Health
Lost: 3 Dress Sizes. Gained: Muscle, Curves, Confidence!
Taking control of my health has been empowering in ways I never imagined.
By Dr. Kanessa Miller
, February 28, 2025
5 Min Read
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Self Care
Claim The Power of Self-Love
A step at a time, our self-love journeys can lead to greater joy, self-acceptance and growth.
By Alaya Linton
, February 12, 2025
5 Min Read
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Health
You Can Stop Feeling Lonely Starting Today
Feeling isolated, like you don't belong? You are not alone! Two thirds of Black adults are lonely. Here's what you can do about it.
By Pamela M. McBride
, January 30, 2025
4 Min Read
Marian Smith walking for exercise
Health
Shedding Emotional Weight–And Stubborn Pounds
Depressed, divorced and grieving, her weight ballooned. She's reclaiming health, healing trauma and telling herself "I love you."
By Marian Smith
, January 30, 2025
5 Min Read
various bean soups
Health
Which Soup is Best for Weight Loss?
It warms you up on a cold day. Soothes you when you’re ill. It’s a staple at dinnertime. And certain varieties may help you lose weight.
By Gerrie Summers
, January 16, 2025
5 Min Read
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