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3 Companies Who are Serious about the Fight!

October 16, 2018
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Did you know that there are an estimated 40,920 breast cancer deaths just in 2018? With these staggering numbers, it’s important to look for any early signs that you might have breast cancer. Throughout the month of October, also known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, you will come across many companies with the drive of seeing the end to breast cancer. These organizations are critical in the fight to find the cure. Raising billions of dollars, your investments will further the research and actions to reach their goal! Below are 3 companies who are serious about fighting this disease- and winning!= True&Co. - Not only does this online lingerie company create bras that are perfect for post-mastectomy patients, they also have a Bras to Fight Cancer...

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motivation

What is the true definition of Motivation?

August 22, 2018
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Mo·ti·va·tion the reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way. When Monday morning hits -  you probably thought “ I don’t want to do this, I just want to stay in bed, with the cover pulled over my face and pass the day away.” As you did, so did many others, even myself. Now we can all do that, and watch as the day goes by while we laid in bed unproductive from sunrise to sunset, but then what. What fulfillment would that give you, what will you have accomplished, in what way did you grow? But you already know that. So you get up anyway, brush your teeth, put on clothes, and you’re out the door. But, the question is not about...

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Holiday Beauty Lookbook: No Makeup Makeup

Natural Hair Styles for the Gym

August 22, 2018
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Don't Sweat! Who said black girls don’t workout? According to a study published in the Archives of Dermatology, two in five African-American women do not work out because they are worried about their hair. WHAT?!?!?! I know right. Well luckily for you there are some natural quick hairstyles that can be worn for that sweaty cardio routine. Watch as Ab K shows us 5 natural hairstyles that can be worn to the gym. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbfvS4VKtFM[/embed] What if I'm not a naturalista? Not about that natural life, well that’s okay too. Below is a video that shows you how to place your relaxed hair in a quick up-do for a workout. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iO1SxR57Zyw[/embed] For more on natural hair styles visit BGH Blog Home | Black Girl Health Blog By Patrice Shumate...

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black art

Aspiring Beautiful Black Art of Women

August 1, 2018
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Black Art at Its Finest Admiring all of the beautiful art that is being created and black women are used as motivation, but you barely see art of black women that shows an amazing message. As we learn to view art as a symbolism to a story and that story will reflect onto the art. Portraying black women in a non-explicit way shows great beauty. Seeing more black women being drawn it gives women the momentum to appreciate themselves and to help uplift other women. Knowing that they are idolized by others. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOjjwgQe3oY[/embed] Top Six Favorites: Each piece explains the life, style and feelings of black women. From appreciating the thickness of our hair to embracing our gifted curves, these paintings speaks our truth. Each painting tells a different...

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work style

Top 5 Casual Work Styles

July 27, 2018
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Be Professional in Style! Getting frustrated looking for something to wear for work? Well, calm down and take a seat because I am here to help. Normally when working in a office you must dress casual but professional. As we see in the advertisements that mostly all casual work clothes are plain and repetitive. But as the beautiful black sisters we are, that doesn’t mean we have to be. You still have the power to mix and match pieces to create the perfect outfit. Here Are Some Ideas For Starters: A color pant suit with a shirt/blouse and nude or black flats/heels A print shirt or a regular blouse tucked into slacks (if you have a print shirt) with ankle shoes or heels Long cardigan sweater/jacket and...

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Pregnancy Belly

5 Tips That Will Help You Trim Your Waistline After Pregnancy

July 10, 2018
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Gain the body you desire after pregnancy Some women believe that after having a child there's no such thing as a fit and healthy body. However, every day we see women online sharing their pregnancy journey. By sharing their story with us they are exposing the good and bad through their journey. Even after these women give birth they are now faced with two main responsibilities; taking care of a newborn and working to get their body back in shape. I don't know how they do it, but kudos to them! [embed]https://www.instagram.com/p/Bk8OG2xHg3-[/embed] 5 Tips to Help Trim Your Waistline After Pregnancy: Getting Adequate Sleep - Most moms try to sleep on the same schedule as their newborn children. Although this is hard to accomplish sometimes - a study found...

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Let’s Stop Making Excuses and Get Our Booties in the Gym

July 4, 2018
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Body, Get Fit, Look Good, Uncategorized

When are you going to stop making excuses? I'm sure there are days when we aren't feeling your best. Every day, we come up with a list of excuses to prevent us from eating healthy and sticking with a workout plan. We all fall victim to it and know that you aren't alone. But when you make a decision to change your body and change the path you would like to take during your health and wellness journey, you will find your excuses to be minimal. [embed]https://www.instagram.com/p/BkyaJyegb3H[/embed] It doesn't take much to make a difference The majority of people believe that in order to make a difference in their health it means spending long hours at the gym and depriving yourself of food. The truth is - the road...

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7 sculpting workouts

7 Sculpting Moves to Get You Motivated and Fit for Summer!

June 14, 2018
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Ladies, Summer is Here! With summer now officially here that doesn't mean you stop working towards your health and fitness goals. There are so many ways to get in shape over these next three months.  In this short video clip, Jeanette Jenkins, shows us 7 sculpting moves to get in shape this summer. [embed]https://www.instagram.com/p/Bj8Iw1iny6B[/embed] 7 Low Impact Exercises to Sculpt Your Body Side Lung to Front Kick Push-Up  to Squat Bicep Curl Shoulder Press Plie Squat with Upright Row and Front Deft Lift Goblet Squat Stationary Bikes with Bicep Curls Back Row to Back Fly with Back Taps Chest Fly's with Ab Double Leg Lower Make sure you complete each workout for 15-25 reps and 2-3 sets. Key Takeaway High-Intensity Training and aggressive cardio isn't the only way to properly get...

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oral health

Head to Toe Nutrition Series with Regan Janell: How to Heal Your Skin With Certain Food Items

April 25, 2018
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My Skin Journey I’ve never been one to have extremely poor eating habits nor have I ever been one to have major skin issues. About 6 years ago I noticed my face beginning to change. It would get extremely dry, or become too oily, rashes and anything else you could possibly think of would appear. Fast forward to 2 years ago, I went through a dramatic hormonal change causing my face to spiral out of control. My face went from one month or glowing skin to 2 years of confusion, frustration, stress, cystic acne, symptoms of depression and low self-esteem. I didn’t understand what was going on or even why. This lead me to get SERIOUS about my skin health. I began to “eat for my skin” I researched...

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seasonal fruits

5 Seasonal Fruits That Will Help You Stay in Shape

March 29, 2018
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Why should I consume fruit daily? Fruits and veggies are naturally low in calories and can help reduce diseases like heart disease, high blood pressure, and some cancers. Fruits also hold a lot of nutrients, natural vitamins, and minerals that will help us function regularly. Also, fruits provide us with natural stimulators that help us produce energy to stay in shape. [embed]https://www.instagram.com/p/Bg2E9JsnCIo[/embed] Here are 5 seasonal fruits that will help you stay in shape: Apples - Apples are low in calorie and are powerful antioxidants that help stimulate brain cells. People who eat apples are less likely to develop high blood pressure, colon cancer and it promotes healthy teeth. Kiwi -  Kiwi is loaded with a lot of vitamins C and E. Both vitamins are strong in antioxidants that help prevent cancer and promote...

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