Category : Parenting/ Health

This Sunglasses Myth Could Be Damaging Your Eyes

When the sun is hidden away behind a set of lumpy clouds on an overcast day, many people choose to leave the sunglasses behind and grab an umbrella instead, but even on cloudy days, eye health is important. Believe it or not, sunglasses can be and s...

Normani On Embracing Her Blackness: “I Felt Like Showing Up For Myself”

In her review of Normani’s first album, “Dopamine”, Mankaprr Conteh highlights the pop-R&B singer’s “creative reverence” for Black culture throughout the thirteen tracks. More than anything else, Normani made...

How Healthy is Vice President Kamala Harris?

(Photo by Jim Vondruska/Getty Images) As the election season gets into to full swing with no presidential candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris going up against Donald Trump, all eyes are on Harris to find out what she’s up to, what she stand...

Pretty Privilege, Colorism, Featurism, & Texturism: Let’s Talk About it

Pretty privilege comes from a physical appearance that closely matches societal beauty standards. Review of Privilege Four key aspects of privilege: While it’s true that some individuals have greater privileges than others, everyone is privil...

Fibroids and Black Women: Is Your Doctor Missing the Signs?

Uterine fibroids are a significant health issue affecting many women, particularly Black women, who are three times more likely to develop fibroids than white women. Additionally, 80 percent of Black women will develop fibroids by the age of 50. Acc...

15 Foods Secretly High in Salt

While a little salt can do wonders for a meal’s flavor, too much of it can increase your risk of developing an enlarged heart muscle, persistent headaches, heart failure, high blood pressure, kidney disease, kidney stones, osteoporosis, and stroke. I...

Thanks to Medicaid Expansion, More Black Americans Can Access Clinical Trials

Cancer clinical trials are essential for developing new treatments. These studies test experimental drugs and therapies to see if they are safe and effective. While they offer hope for a better future, participation in these trials has historically...

3 Ways to Keep Your Medications Safe in the Summer Heat

As scorching temperatures continue to plague the United States this summer, millions of Americans are at risk for dehydration and heat-linked illnesses. However, the dangers of extreme heat extend beyond just our physical well-being. Rising temperat...

September is Peak Asthma Month: Is Your Child Ready?

As summer winds down and children head back to school, it’s a time to be vigilant about your child’s asthma and allergy management. September, often referred to as Asthma Peak Month, poses increased risks for kids with asthma. According...

10 Quick & Easy Changes to Look Younger

Looking to shed a few years? That requires making sure that you’ve covered all your bases. We’ve put together a list of 10 ways to turn back the hand of time on your body, inside and out. Lift weights. It’s not a surprise that picking up weights reg...

115-Year-Old Person In America Shares Shocking Tip for Longevity

Elizabeth Francis, the oldest person in the United States turned 115 earlier this week, and she couldn’t be happier. According to The Guardian, Francis has greeted each chapter in her life with a sense of optimism, humor, strength and sagacity,...

115-Year-Old Person In America Shares Shocking Tips for Longevity

Stop the Itch: Treatments For Severe Eczema on Darker Skin

Dealing with severe eczema can be an incredibly challenging and distressing experience. For Black individuals, the struggle can be even more pronounced due to variations in skin composition and unique cultural considerations. However, there is hope...

Popular Actress Passes Away at 46 from Cancer

(Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Starz Entertainment LLC) Actress Erica Ash, who was made famous by her roles in movies like the ‘Scary Movie’ films and hit series’ like “Survivor’s Remorse” and “Rea...

6 Brain Games That Improve Your Memory

When it comes to enhancing our memory and cognitive abilities, engaging in brain games is an effective and enjoyable approach. Not only do these games provide entertainment, but they also stimulate various areas of the brain, leading to improved mem...