Just days after being crowned the world’s oldest documented person, 116-year-old Gertrude Weaver died Monday in Arkansas. Gertrude died at ... Read More
Longevity
Is Chocolate The New Brain Food?
By now, many of us have heard all about the amazing health benefits of indulging in a square (or two) of chocolate – from being a mood ... Read More
Unapologetically Healthy! 26 Of The REALEST Reasons Black Women Walk
The first Wednesday in April, millions of people across the country will be hitting the streets in honor of the American Heart Association's ... Read More
Husband 108, Wife 105 Say Keys To Long Life Are Fresh Fruit, Naps & God
Duranord and Jeanne Veillard were married in November of 1932. Their love of over 82 years speaks volumes in a society when the divorce rate ... Read More
The Incredible Journey of Ernestine Shepherd
Seventy-Eight year old Ernestine Shepherd is truly one of a kind. But her story is even more remarkable. MUST READ: An Amazing Weight ... Read More
What’s Their Secret: Celebs Who Look Fabulous In Their 50s
Let’s be honest: Most folks dread turning 50, but once you realize that youthfulness is a state of mind, it’s really not all that bad! The ... Read More
Janitor & Cook Of Nursing Home Kept Working Without Pay Because “If We Left, They’d Have Nobody”
Caring for the elderly, like our aging parents or grandparents, is something that many of us take seriously. A good number of people rely on ... Read More
How Much Water Do You Really Need?
H2O is probably one of the best liquids you can replenish your body with. Eight 8-ounce glasses is the daily recommendation, but do some ... Read More
Pancreatic Cancer: Targeted Treatments Hold Promise
Why are African Americans more likely to develop pancreatic cancer than whites? According to the American Cancer Society, higher rates for ... Read More
Are You Mature Enough For Great Sex?
Sexual expression is the way one chooses to convey his or her sexuality, whether it is through the actual act of intercourse or simply how ... Read More
Cherries: The Forgotten Super Fruit
How can something so delicious and small be so powerful and amazing for your overall health? Cherries are not only high in antioxidants, but ... Read More
9 Ways To Take Control Of Your Health
No one ever said that getting older was easy, but there are several things you can do to make the process more of a celebration. Here are ... Read More