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August 11, 2020 Issue

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Health
The Plant-Based Prescription
No joke: The pharmacy of tomorrow may be a farm stand. But you can tap the power of a plant-based diet to fight inflammation, obesity, depression and diseases today.
By Tonya Abari
, August 7, 2020
4 Min Read
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We Time
When Virtual Hugs Aren’t Enough
In the age of COVID-19, CDC guidelines about social distancing are important. But if you crave closeness so much that you’ll risk an embrace, here’s what you need to know.
By Gerrie Summers
, August 7, 2020
3 Min Read
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Culture & Style
Learn Your Body Type and How to Dress for It
Show your curves some love by discovering what styles work best for you.
By Alaya Linton
, August 7, 2020
4 Min Read
Woman In A Face Mask Putting On Hand Sanitizer
Work & Money
Hand Creams and Sanitizers From Black-Owned Brands
Months of coronavirus cleansing routines can leave skin dry and chapped. Give your hands — and the community — some love with these skin-saving products.
By Tiarra Mukherjee
, August 7, 2020
3 Min Read
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Work & Money
Through the Fire: Protests, Pain and Providence
Here’s a story to give you hope: A fire burned down Zahalea Anderson’s business, but internet allies stepped up with a viral call to action and six figures’ worth of donations.
By Pamela K. Johnson
, July 15, 2020
5 Min Read
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