Initially when Fantasia Barrino was presented with the opportunity to reprise her role as “Celie” in “The Color Purple,” she turned down the gig. A huge reason why Barrino declined …
Identifying the areas of our diets that could use a little extra attention is a tricky business. Take calcium deficiency, for example: Though calcium is the most abundant mineral in …
While you’re journaling, take note of of how speak to and about yourself. “The use of supportive and comforting self-talk is key for letting go of self-judgment, silencing your inner …
It’s peak red wine season—and if reports are anything to go by, we can comfort ourselves with the knowledge that red wine is considered a “healthy” alcoholic drink. But is …
Did you take it one step too far in the drinks department last night? I’d hazard a guess you aren’t the only one–not least because I’m also in the same …
As noted above, cinnamon contains antioxidants that can help combat oxidative stress and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. “These antioxidants may help protect the body from damage caused by …
It seems like everybody has a cough this month. As winter sets in, it’s more important than ever to fortify yourself against illness. And although liposomal vitamin C is the …
After I drank my daily coffee spiked with oat milk for the first time, I couldn’t imagine my morning caffeine any other way. I’m not lactose intolerant, nor do I …
There are television moments from my childhood that I can still replay in my head in eerie detail: the moment the Challenger shuttle crashed (something I watched alongside my grade-school …
It’s the most wonderful time of the year ― unless you’re on a diet and have set impossible standards for eating during the holidays. There’s nothing wrong with taking an …