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Last Updated: Mar 17, 2022 07:00PM • Subscribe via RSS • ATOM

National Nutrition Month: Advancing Nutrition for Black Communities

Mar 17, 2022 07:00PM ● By Nana Ama Addo and Candice Stewart

Most people know the saying of ‘Eat to live, not live to eat’. How does this come into play in the context of nutrition?

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My Father and Colorectal Cancer: Personal Piece

Mar 16, 2022 12:00PM ● By Candice Stewart

The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) states, “Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month is observed in March to highlight the importance of screening for colorectal cancer, as well as to promote healthy lifestyle habits that can decrease a person’s risk of developing cancer of the colon, rectum or anus - the three distinct cancer types referred to collectively as colorectal cancer.”

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10 Black-Owned Tea Brands to Add to Your Pantry

Mar 16, 2022 10:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

For centuries, tea has been enjoyed for a number of occasions and for a variety of reasons. Add one of the ten Black-owned tea brands to your pantry for your next relaxing, pipping hot cuppa.

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Tips for Improving Black Health: Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Mar 13, 2022 03:00PM ● By Nana Ama Addo

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. To create awareness, and promote healthy lifestyles for Black people, we are highlighting strategies to prevent colon cancer.

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Bone Broth: How to Make It and Benefits That Will Convince You to Try the Trend

Mar 12, 2022 10:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

Bone broth truly has been around for centuries — every world cuisine has its own version. However, bone broth has once again become very popular, especially among health-conscious individuals.

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Hard-Boiled Eggs: 5 Proven Diet Plans for Black Women Struggling with Belly Fat

Mar 10, 2022 02:00PM ● By Jessica Uchechi Nwanguma

Hard-boiled eggs are an excellent source of lean protein. They'll fill you up without packing in too many calories, which is helpful if you want to lose weight.

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National Color Therapy Month: Low-Cost Healing Strategies

Mar 09, 2022 10:00AM ● By Nana Ama Addo

March is National Color Therapy Month. In the context of the global climate, and life, many underserved communities may be experiencing emotional stress, trauma, and other mental health ailments, and are financially unprepared to access treatment.

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The Pandemics That Came before COVID-19

Mar 09, 2022 10:00AM ● By Anand Subramanian

Throughout history, infectious illnesses with pandemic potential have emerged and spread regularly. Few people reading this now will recall outbreaks of this size, but history demonstrates that, although tragic, what we are seeing now is nothing out of the ordinary.

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8 Ways to Get A Good Night’s Sleep

Mar 09, 2022 10:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

Sleep Awareness Week aims to highlight the importance of good sleep and educate people about how they can better improve their sleeping habits.

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4 Common Sleep Disorders: Symptoms and Management

Mar 03, 2022 01:00PM ● By Candice Stewart

Sleep disorders (also known as sleep-wake disorders) refer to conditions that affect sleep quality, timing, or duration and impact a person’s ability to properly function while they are awake.

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