Health & Wellness

Syleena Johnson Lost 50 Pounds En Route To Fitness Competition

Last week we told you that singer Syleena Johnson had lost 50 pounds and was training to compete in her very…
Just In Time For The Holidays – How To De-Stress With Meditation

Althea Lawton-Thompson is a 23-year veteran fitness expert, mind-body specialist and meditation guide known for hosting her annual Living Life…
The Struggle With Keloids: Shamea Morton Reveals Insecurity Over C-Section Scar

Shamea Morton’s radiant brown skin is the color of cocoa. And her beautiful daughter Shya shares that same rich complexion.…
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How To Keep Your Spirits Up And Stress Down During The Holidays

Holidays can be so stressful. So what do you do to keep yourself from getting too overwhelmed? Dr. Rani Whitfield…
Tina Lifford Says ‘Inner Fitness’ Is Just As Important As Physical Fitness

Everyone knows the importance of physical fitness, we go to the gym and walk and jog to stay fit. Tina…
Mailing Free Home HIV Tests Helps Detect More Infections

Mailing free home HIV tests to high-risk men offers a potentially better strategy for detecting infections than usual care. That’s…
Will You Get Dementia? Many May Not Understand Their Risk

Many older American adults may inaccurately estimate their chances for developing dementia and do useless things to prevent it, new…
How To Keep Your Health On Track During The Holiday Season

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. Whether you are at-risk or not, here are some tips to help you remain…
First New Strain Of HIV In 19 Years Discovered

According to reports, after nearly 20 years, a new strain of HIV has been detected. CNN reports The strain is…
Know Diabetes By Heart – How To Keep Your Heart Healthy While Living With Diabetes

PLEASE EXPLAIN THE JOINT PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION AND THE AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION FOR THE “KNOW DIABETES BY…
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After Calorie Counts Go On Fast-Food Menus, Orders Dip A Bit

NEW YORK (AP) — Soon after calories were posted on fast-food menus, people cut back a little bit on what…
More Severely Obese Kids Should Get Surgery, MD Group Says

Even some severely obese preteens should be considered for weight loss surgery, according to new recommendations. The guidance issued Sunday…