Lupus Sistas Founder: “By Sharing My Story I Give Permission For Others To Share Theirs”
When Gabrielle Davis was diagnosed with lupus as a 26-year-old newlywed, she was in a state of denial. Although multiple family members had the chronic autoimmune disease, she was still…
Cicely Tyson: The 92-Year-Old Cover Girl!
At 92-years-old, award-winning actress and activist Cicely Tyson has done and almost seen it all. She has acted in films with some of the greatest, won numerous awards and accolades…
Foods That May Ward Off Colon Cancer
A new study links purple potatoes to a lower risk of colon cancer – in pigs. Although you may be thinking ‘wait, what?,’ there’s significance for us humans, too. According…
Former Hollywood Stuntman Raises Funds & Awareness For Stem Cell Therapy
If you’ve seen movies like “Transformers,” “Barbershop,” and “Baby Boy” then you’ve seen Len Richard in action. After being diagnosed with liver disease in 2009, the trained athlete and former…
Is Food Coloring Safe?
Ever wonder what gives mint ice cream its brilliant green color or red velvet cake its deep red color? Food color additives are responsible for these common food colors. Without…
5 Workouts Just As Good As Running
We all know that running is good for your health, but it’s not necessarily for everyone. If you suffer from joint pain or just can’t stomach the thought of running,…
Black Don’t Crack: Mother Of 3 Photo Goes Viral
(Photo credit: Facebook.com) We, as Black people, have been through a lot. You can’t deny that. And most people who have been through things in life, it usually shows up…
My Story: “Breast Cancer Was The Pink Elephant In The Room”
After losing her mother to breast cancer at 14 years old, Lorraine Gibson lived with the fear of the “pink elephant in the room,” unable to speak about how the…
8 Reasons Your Body & Life Loves Daily Yoga
Are you waking up in a bad mood? Are you suffering from physical and mental tension? Are you dealing with anxiety and stress constantly? Are you suffering form insomnia? These…
How To Use Essential Oils For Hair Health: In The Lab With ORS Hair Care Scientist, Nikisha Horn
Long gone are the days of simply just using “grease and water” to style your kinky/curly strands, well, at least for some. As the wave of going natural with our…