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Passport to Healing (and Weight Loss) After 40
Before leaving the US, I had hair loss, anxiety, and obesity. Now I run half marathons. What global living taught me about good health can benefit you right where you are.
By Halona Black
, November 20, 2024
6 Min Read
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The “Relaxing” Activity That Could Be Wrecking Your Health
Brain fog, low mood, headaches, jaw pain, arm and leg discomfort…elevated risk of stroke? What’s the ‘harmless’ habit that might land you in the hospital? Hint: You are probably doing it now.
By Javacia Harris Bowser
, October 30, 2024
4 Min Read
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6 Things to Know About Supplements for Weight Loss
Products sought as alternatives to prescription drugs are attracting interest thanks to celebrity endorsers such as former RHOA cast member Kandi Burruss. Do they work?
By Editor in Chief Claire McIntosh
, October 23, 2024
4 Min Read
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 I’m a Doctor. Here’s What I Know About the Healing Power of Prayer
I was praying right along until the minister said in a kind voice, ‘be quiet and just receive.’ I calmly did as I was instructed, my hands raised toward heaven.
By Patricia Brown, MD
, October 9, 2024
4 Min Read
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Which Noodles are Best for Weight Loss?
Pass the parmesan! You can work a spaghetti dinner or a serving of macaroni into your nutrition plan if you consider healthier options. Plus: The lowest calorie noodle of all.
By Sisters From AARP
, October 9, 2024
8 Min Read
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Wide Awake Past Midnight Again (After Turning in at 10)?
When we were younger, our elders called it fighting our sleep. Here’s a likely reason you’re still doing it—and how to stop.
By Tamekia Reece
, September 25, 2024
3 Min Read
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5 Breast Cancer Support Networks Black Women Should Know
Community for when you or for a friend is among the one out of every 8 women affected by the disease
By LaKisha Cargill
, September 25, 2024
5 Min Read
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Big Friend Energy: How to Make Joyful Connections at 40, 50, 60+
Here’s proof that good people you can count on for comfort, confidences, card games, coffee talk and care in a crisis will show up if you make space for them.
By Javacia Harris Bowser
, September 18, 2024
7 Min Read
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The Healthy Diet That’s Easy to Stick to
This common-sense eating plan is never boring, non-restrictive and waistline friendly. Here’s why I really enjoy being a flexitarian.
By Patricia Brown, MD
, September 18, 2024
3 Min Read
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