Tag: Health
Say Hello to one of the Newest Verizon Voices Health and Fitness Bloggers
By the time you read this post, I’ll have enjoyed a great weekend in Chicago at the Hard Rock Hotel, ran the largest 8K race in the world and met 18 other fun and fabulous bloggers who were also selected to be a part of the Verizon Voices Health and Fitness program.
Five Reasons to Love (And Use) Coconut Oil
If you’re not already using it, have been skeptical or don’t know how to use it, here’s 5 reasons to LOVE and use coconut oil.
New Beginnings: Switching to a Plant-Based Diet
So… having not intentionally set any resolutions, I sort of surprised myself the first week of January when I completely changed my diet and became a vegan.
#VEDA Challenge – Day 3 – Video Response to “Black People Do Yoga”
Day 3 of the Vlog Every Day in August Challenge! This video is in response to a video posted by Rebekah Borucki of BexLife.com called “Black People Do Yoga”. Check it out!
Paula Deen Has Diabetes And She’s Doing Nothing About It
Paula is deflecting and doesn’t want to truly admit that this fat-filled cooking and eating, being overweight, inactive and over 50 has contributed to her diagnosis. She’s not taking responsibility.
Inspiration: “I Love Myself More Than I Hate The Exercise.”
She still has a long way to go but she’s lost a significant amount of weight and is gaining her health, confidence and life back. Alexis believes that SHE is important enough not to give up on herself.
Video: Healthy Nutrition for Your Natural Hair
I was invited down to the University of Illinois in Champaign (I’m an alumni!)for a wonderful natural hair conference called “SuperNatural Tender, Love and Hair” to present a workshop about health and wellness.
Confessions of a Sugar Junkie…
I’m a sugar junkie. I admit it. And I’m not just your regular “I have a sweet tooth” kind of girl. If I could eat candy or cake for breakfast, lunch and dinner, I probably would.
Black Girls RUN! Chicago…Literally!
Starting and building a running group where runners can come and feel supported, learn about running, train for a race, and where ALL ability levels are welcomed has been one of my dreams for a long time and it has finally arrived through this awesome opportunity!
Sweetheart Health Challenge: Week 3 – Get Moving!
I know…I know…Life isn’t easy and our busy schedules can sometimes interfere with taking care of our bodies. But, if you want it bad enough, you’ll find time.
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