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The risk for heart disease is high in America, especially in the African American community. With February being American Heart Month and Black History Month, now is the time for our community to invest in heart-healthy practices like running. If you are looking for a little running inspiration, check out these Mindful running tips. The…
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As a wise person once said, “Mindfulness is the path to freedom.” How many of us really live in the present moment? Learning to live in the present moment can be difficult. We live worried about the future, coping with guilt, and overwhelmed by the past. We can do nothing about the past and worrying about…
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What is Galentine’s Day? It is a new “holiday” or a pseudo-holiday that falls on February 13. It is a day for women to celebrate the women in their life. The history of this pseudo-holiday is that it first started as fiction. Created by Leslie Knope a small town government employee from Parks and Recreation played by…
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Female friendships should be celebrated and today, Galentine’s Day, is the perfect opportunity. One day before Valentine’s Day there is Galentine’s Day, a time in which women celebrate the other women in their lives. This unofficial holiday started off as a clever storyline on the hilarious NBC show, Parks and Recreation. The main character and…
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Want to make the most of your morning workouts? You need to be wary of what you do and do not eat. Eating rich, greasy foods before you exercise can lead to upset stomachs. While, on the other hand, not eating before exercising can lead to fatigue and exhaustion. What’s important is striking the right…
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Romantic occasions and champagne go hand-in-hand, but what if you don’t drink alcohol? Mocktails are the perfect solution! If you’re planning an amorous Valentine’s Day dinner, make a cherry or pomegranate-flavored “love potion.” Christen the non-alcoholic beverage with your favorite number, such as Love Potion #9, and you’ve got yourself a memorable mocktail that your…
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Valentine’s Day is all about love, but it isn’t just for lovers. Love is such a precious gift, we should celebrate it in all forms: familial love, philia love (aka, brotherly love), and, perhaps more importantly, self-love. So, if you are without a romantic partner this year, don’t mope. Be your own Valentine and practice…
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Strawberries are the essence of romance. So this Valentine’s day why not romance your partner with a bouquet of these delicious and healthy treats. Strawberries make a healthy Valentine’s Day dessert. Strawberries contain a range of nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin K, folic acid, potassium, riboflavin, and magnesium. They are very low in calories and…
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Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples—it’s a day to celebrate all types of love, including relationships with coworkers, neighbors, friends, and family. You don’t have to spend Valentine’s Day by yourself. With a few simple tips, you can throw a singles party for your crew. Over the years, many singles have celebrated anti-Valentine’s Day, alternatively…
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Cherry is a very popular flavor. From candy to soda to cough syrup, you can find cherry flavoring everywhere. But, how many of us actually eat fresh cherries on a daily basis? Though not as popular as maybe apples or bananas, cherries are delicious and have health benefits that may surprise you. Since February is…
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