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Health

What is quinoa? Quinoa, pronounced “keen-wah,” is a seed, not a grain, as many people mistakenly refer to this increasingly popular foodstuff. Quinoa has its roots in ancient Peru, according to Reader’s Digest, and it’s known as a healthy food packed with iron, magnesium, vitamin E, fiber, and potassium. It’s also a good source of […]

Chocolates and cupids aside, February’s not just the month to love with all your heart but also the month to love on your heart. Heart disease is the number one killer of African American women, causing one in three deaths each year! Age aint nothing but a number and being fit doesn’t make you exempt. […]

As a girl on-the-go, my body often falls victim to sugar overload. Every event I am invited to is filled with perfectly sliced red velvet cake, teeny (but delicious) cake pops, fresh baked chocolate chip cookies – and let’s not forget about my weekends where I cram in all the work that needs to be […]

Having had clear skin my entire life I was mortified to find that my usual pre-menstrual cycle breakouts were now occurring on a regular basis. I tried switching to black soap, using more acne fighting products, exfoliating more, applying less lotion, anything that would ensure my face would not breakout. One day when my skin […]

Whip up this sweet and creamy dessert, in a healthified style. Now you can have your pie… and eat it, too! Prep Time:30 min Start to Finish:5 hr 20 min Makes:8 servings Ingredients: Crust 1 1/3 cups Gold Medal® all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup canola oil 3 to 4 tablespoons cold water Filling […]

Most of us don’t decide to become mothers because it is going to make our lives easier, richer, or more productive. Maybe child-free couples have more money, time, freedom, and sleep, but kids can have a surprisingly positive impact on your health. Yes, having kids can make us healthier people, and I am not just […]