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September 18, 2018 Issue

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Health
Surprising Reasons You Can’t Lose Weight
By side-stepping these diet traps, I lost 30 pounds and flattened my tummy.
By Sharon R. Boone
, May 8, 2023
3 Min Read
AARP, Sisters, Braiders, Instagram
Style
Beautiful Braids for Every Age
Plaits are a popular protective style that look great worn short or long. Whether you love box braids, cornrows, goddess braids or Senegalese twists, follow these mane mavens on Instagram for major #hairspiration.
By Lori L. Tharps
, September 14, 2018
1 Min Read
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Culture
Gabrielle Union Wants You to Stop Worrying About What Others Think
At 45, the actress is comfortable in her own skin.
By Mara Reinstein
, September 14, 2018
3 Min Read
AARP, SIsters, Entrepreneur
Work & Money
My Daily Dance With Fear as an Entrepreneur
Starting a business was scary — until I learned to move to a new rhythm.
By Tanisha A. Sykes
, September 14, 2018
2 Min Read
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Style
Give Your Feet the Markle Sparkle
These six high-heel hacks will take the pain from your shoe game.
By Tracy E. Hopkins
, September 14, 2018
1 Min Read
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