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BGH FEATURE STORY: OUR ONLY WISH…..IS TO HAVE A BABY!

April 14, 2015
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In 2009, at the tender age of 25 years old I was diagnosed with (POF)Premature Ovarian Failure and for those of you who don't know what that means, it's the loss of ovarian function before the age of 40. POF can affect women at various ages from teenage years to thirties; I'm 32 years old now. I was in such disbelief, it was like one day I was normal and one day I woke up and I wasn't. At first I thought, well maybe it's because I'm 343 lbs. So I took my health into my hands and got off my butt. I got a personal trainer and got down to 305lbs. I still had no cycle. I mean, I figured if I lost the...

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TOMATO AND BASIL SALAD

April 13, 2015
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This is just what it is tomatoes and basil, a very simple, but delicious meal loaded with lycopene from the tomatoes.  ENYOY!! INGREDIENTS: 4 large tomatoes (cut 3 thick slices from each tomatoes) 1 large bunch of fresh basil (cut in thin slices) 1/3 cup of grapeseed oil 1 tablespoon of agave nectar (optional) Sea salt and pepper to taste DIRECTIONS: On a large plate arrange tomato slice on plate. Add basil and drizzle oil and agave nectar and salt and pepper. COOK'S NOTES: You could also add slices of cucumbers. #Whatscookinkj ...

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR NAIL 101

April 13, 2015
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The human nail is a plate of keratin that lies on the tips of the fingers and toes. The main purpose of the nail is to protect the finger and toes from damage. Fingers support certain physical activities in daily life and nails support fingers. Therefore, one relies on other, it is important to keep both in safe condition. We know that human nail grows constantly and are removed by clipping or biting. In childhood, it takes the nail about 3 months to grow out completely, while this may take up to 6 months in the elderly. Like any part or organ of the human body, the conditions of fingernails are dependent your general health status. Therefore, changes and defects in the nails may be indicative...

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TIPS ON HOW TO KEEP YOUR BROWS IN INSTAGRAM WORTHY SHAPE

April 10, 2015
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People always ask me “How do you get your eye brows so thick and shapely?” Chile! What a good pencil and concealer will do! Eyebrows are the frame to our face. But they can also be lines of anger or surprise if not done correctly. While taking care of the hair on my head is a must, so is the maintenance of the hair above my eyes! Here are a few tips to help keep your brows in Instagram worthy shape! Master The Shape: The inner edges of your brow should line up with the outside of your nose and the tail of your brow with the outside of your eye. I always say you should be able to create an invisible ‘windshield wiper’ on your...

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GET YOUR LEGS AND REAR IN GEAR WITH GOBLET SQUATS

April 9, 2015
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Get your legs and rear in gear this summer with these Goblet Squats! This exercise targets your legs, glutes, shoulders, and core.  With this exercise you should be standing with your legs wide apart while holding a dumbbell right below your chin. Then, squat down as low as possible (as you are able) pushing through your heels, while flexing your glutes as you come backup to the start position.  Perform 3 sets of 15 repetitions each set. Rest 30 seconds between each set.  If you have any questions please contact me at aveigle@hotmail.com SPANISH TRANSLATION: Consiga sus piernas y trasero en la marcha este verano con estas sentadillas de copa! Este ejercicio trabaja sus piernas, glúteos, hombros, y el núcleo. De pie, con las piernas separadas, sostenga una pesa...

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WHY LUPITA NYONG’O IS A BGH FAVORITE?

April 8, 2015
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Raised in Kenya, Lupita Nyong’o shined on the Hollywood screens with her stellar performance in 12 years a Slave, which won her an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Even as noticeable as her talent is Lupita’s stunning complexion; that’s captivating viewers all across the country. Here at Blackgirlhealth.com we recognize her as one of our favorite #womancrushwednesdays because she exudes natural beauty and remarkable talent. Lupita tells US Weekly Magazine that she hasn’t worn a lot of makeup in her life; instead she keeps her skin looking smooth and free of blemishes by using natural food ingredients you can find right in your kitchen cabinet. Find out exactly what she uses by clicking on the link below. http://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-beauty/news/lupita-nyongo-shares-her-best-makeup-and-beauty-secrets-2014112 #womancrushwednesday...

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IS YOUR HAIR SHEDDING or BREAKING OFF?

April 7, 2015
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Hair loss is a very frustrating process especially for women of color as our hair is our 'Crown and Glory'! However, it does help if you understand the difference between hair shedding versus hair breakage. Really carefully look at the types of hairs that are coming out. Are they of equal/same length or different/various lengths in your comb, brush, or the bathroom floor?  If all the same length, the hair is shedding, meaning that the hairs are coming out from the root on the inside of the scalp. If the hairs are of unequal lengths, your hair is breaking off at different areas of the hair strands on the outside. WHAT CA-- USES EXCESSIVE HAIR SHEDDING? It is normal to shed hair from the root (white bulb on the...

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WhatsCookinKJ: Lettuce and chicken salad w/ pear dressing.

April 6, 2015
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This salad is all about the dressing! It takes the place of heavy caesar dressing to a light fresh pear dressing.  ENJOY!! INGREDIENTS: Dressing 1/2 large pear peeled, cored, and diced 1/2 cup extra light virgin olive oil 1 tbsp red wine vinegar 1 1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice 1/4 tsp Dijon mustard Salt and pepper to taste Salad 4 cups lettuce of your choice 1/2 cup pear peeled, cored, and diced 1/3 sliced almonds (optional) 1 avocado diced 2 (4 ounce) grilled chicken breast DIRECTIONS: For the dressing: In a blender or food processor blend together diced pears oil, vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth. For the salad: Put lettuce, pear, avocado, almonds (optional), and grilled chicken in a bowel. Toss with dressing and serve. COOK’S NOTE: Adding parmesan cheese will make the dressing creamier. #WhatscookinKJ ...

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5 TIPS TO LONG HEALTHY NAILS

April 6, 2015
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Your nails grow about one-tenth of an inch a month, which seems like a long time when trying to grow your nails. Use the following useful natural techniques & treatments to learn how you can have stronger & longer nails without chemicals. Nails do not grow faster by using vitamins and naturals treatments, but they will help keep them stronger, which keep them breaking. Many times long nails are inherited. What that means if your mother and grandmother have longs nails; you will have a better chance at having longs nails. TIPS Be sure that your diet is rich in vitamin A & B complex. Some foods like whole grains, fruits and vegetables, and low fat dairy products are high in vitamins and this will help in the production...

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HOW TO GET GOOD SLEEP EVERY NIGHT

April 5, 2015
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Are you having a tough time sleeping? Or maybe you don’t have time to sleep? Perhaps  the stress of everyday life is interfering with your sleep? Whatever category you fall in, it’s time to zero in on what’s actually impeding with your sleep time. Sleep deprivation is known to lead to weight gain, aging skin, and chronic illnesses like diabetes. Therefore, I make sure I’m in bed no later than 11pm and up at 7:30am during the week. And I must say instead of feeling grouchy I’m typically a happy camper waking up. I implore you to make it a priority to get 7 to 9 hours of sleep and see how that changes your mood in the mornings. There other daily regimens that help me...

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