I recently went to a medical conference that served water that was spiced with lemons, cucumbers and mint. I was reaching for a glass every opportunity I had. The “water cocktail” was delightfully tasteful, refreshing and invigorating. I became curious. I had to research what it was about this lemon-cucumber-mint combination that made it so appealing.…
DetailsWalking is perhaps one of the simplest exercises that you can do. But don’t underestimate walking. Just because it is simple, doesn’t mean that it is easy. When done for sustained intervals of 30 to 60 minutes, you can burn upwards of 250 to 350 calories. Advantages Of Walking It can be done anywhere; at…
DetailsHere at SistersInHealth.com, my goal is to empower black women with knowledge on all aspects of their health. As such, I believe that financial health, is equally important as physical, mental and spiritual health. Stressors related to money or lack thereof, impact all aspects of your health. Here are a few ways this is demonstrated:…
DetailsVegetables are a great source of nutrients and provide multiple health benefits. Adding vegetables to your diet may reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. Also, a diet high in vegetables helps you to lose weight and maintain weight loss. Nutrients and Health Benefits Most vegetables are naturally low in calories and are nutrient dense.…
DetailsBreaking ground as a black women in any field is difficult and the Hollywood entertainment industry is no different. Opportunities for lead or supporting roles for black actresses are few and far between. So when three black female actresses win in major categories in one night, its a real big deal and one that we should…
DetailsI was at a point in my fitness where I needed to switch gears, I needed to mix up my exercise routine. So I decided to give kickboxing a try. I took advantage of a one-time free pass to a kickboxing class that was offered by a local boxing gym and that’s all it took,…
DetailsOftentimes we get so busy with the hustle and bustle of life that we lose sight of what matters most, such as family, friends and helping others. In addition, we forget how the little things in life can make a difference in someone else’s life, even that of a stranger. Taking the time to hold…
DetailsKyemah McEntyre is a teen fashion designer from East Orange, New Jersey who’s self designed prom dress went viral on the internet this past prom season. She designed a dress that was creative, unique and fashion forward. A naturally gifted artist and creator she was inspired to regain her identity after enduring cruel comments from…
DetailsA mixed green tossed salad is packed with nutrients and fiber. It makes for a healthy side dish or as a main course for lunch when paired with lean protein. Unfortunately, most folks negate the health benefits of a hearty salad by saturating it with loads of store-bought salad dressing. The serving size for most…
DetailsSeptember happens to be National Yoga Month. Have you tried yoga? It’s been quite some time since I personally tried yoga. I wasn’t drawn to it immediately. I actually found it to be very challenging. Yoga appears to be an unassuming exercise but it can really challenge your body, mind and spirit. So what exactly…
DetailsSeptember is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. Unfortunately, childhood obesity has become a major public health problem. Obese children are more likely to be obese adults, increasing their risk for diabetes and heart disease. But this trend isn’t waiting, we are diagnosing prediabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure in children before the age of 18. Another…
DetailsLast Wednesday we discussed the benefits of eating fruits. Unfortunately many of us opt for fruit juice or fruit drinks instead of the actual whole fruit. You think that you are making a healthy choice but in realty you may be sabotaging your weight loss efforts. 100 % fruit juices are calorie dense, meaning they…
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