You hear about the importance of diet and nutrition all the time when you have diabetes. It’s true that what you eat and how you eat is ... Read More
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Pumpkin Juice: 9 Reasons Your Hair, Skin & Body Need Every Day
It may not sound all too appetizing at first, but pumpkin juice is a natural healthy source packed with vitamins and other beneficial ... Read More
Celebrating A Year Without A Stroke Should Be One Of Your New Year’s Resolutions
Thinking about stroke prevention when you are planning for New Year’s Eve is probably not at the top of your resolutions ... Read More
STUDY: Sleep Apnea During Pregnancy Increased Chances Of Diabetes & High Blood Pressure
Breathing problems during pregnancy may be linked to more serious ailments – diabetes and high blood pressure. A new study of more than ... Read More
Diabetes Drug Shown To Prevent Fatal Heart Attacks
Drug sales for diabetes drug Jardiance may be going up in a few weeks as two top medical groups work to implement new guidelines for ... Read More
‘Bye Apple! 5 Reasons Why You Should Eat A Pear Every Day
More than good taste, a pear is an incredibly versatile fruit. You can put in or on just about anything to add a bit of sweetness, ... Read More
STUDY: Even Small Rise In Blood Pressure Increases Death Risk In Blacks
Even small increases in blood pressure can be dangerous for black people, a new study suggests. A rise of as little as 10 mm Hg in ... Read More
Cucumber Water: Your Waistline’s Best Friend
Cucumbers are one of the most underrated ingredients around, even though they have so many health benefits. They’re made up of mostly ... Read More
Protect Yourself Against Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms With These Tips
When Tommy Ford, the beloved actor who played sidekick Tommy Strawn on the hit 1990s comedy "Martin," passed away suddenly in 2016, the news ... Read More
Why Do African Americans Still Have Higher Rates Of High Blood Pressure?
The question of why African-Americans have disproportionate rates of high blood pressure continues to puzzle the medical community and ... Read More
Like To Nap? It May Increase Your Risk For Diabetes
Naptime could lead to type-2 diabetes if you’re not careful. A new study found that people who nap for an hour or more are at ... Read More
Master Teacher Yirser Ra Hotep Unites Culture & Black Health Through Kemetic Yoga
Yirser Ra Hotep has been practicing yoga for 42 years. Although he’s now an internationally-known Kemetic yoga master, his lifestyle wasn’t ... Read More