Gerrie Summers combines her passion for writing, wellness and wanderlust, as a travel, lifestyle, health and beauty writer. Her articles have appeared in numerous print and online publications. When not exploring the world, in a spa, in a beach hammock, or in writing mode, you’ll find her getting her zen on, in a yoga, meditation or qigong class.
Gerrie Summers
Gerrie Summers's Articles
It warms you up on a cold day. Soothes you when you’re ill. It’s a staple at dinnertime. And certain varieties may help you lose weight.
, January 16, 2025
5 Min Read
Tis the season to chill! These black-founded companies have gifts to keep you and loved ones entertained, pampered, looking good and feeling great.
, November 27, 2024
5 Min Read
Those who enjoy birding (also known as bird watching) reap certain health benefits greater than those afforded by hiking, nature walks, and forest bathing.
, August 1, 2024
3 Min Read
Learn which yoga posture, done daily for three weeks, helped one sister lose inches off her waist and tone her abs. Plus: 5 more yoga moves to help whittle the waistline.
, May 16, 2024
2 Min Read
Find the perfect gift for the homebody, fragrance lover, stylish sister & more from these Black-founded companies.
, November 22, 2023
4 Min Read
Go ahead and turn up those speakers. The benefits of belting out a tune, from helping to kill pain to supporting immunity, go far beyond Black Girl Joy.
, November 21, 2023
3 Min Read
Facing a mammogram, ultrasound, MRI, biopsy, colonoscopy or other screening can be stressful. Here’s how to cope with ‘Scanxiety.’
, September 20, 2023
3 Min Read
Research suggests that visiting certain spaces filled with this color may help reduce our dependence on drugs for high blood pressure, depression and other conditions.
, July 14, 2023
2 Min Read
If this critical commitment isn’t scheduled on your calendar this week, here’s why it probably should be.
, April 28, 2023
6 Min Read
Chronic heartburn (GERD) sent me to the ER. Here’s what I learned about treatment — and the routines that help me reduce triggers and pain.
, April 14, 2023
5 Min Read