June 11, 2020 at 11:03PM Share on: These last few weeks have shown us how much work white and non-Black POCs have to do to combat racism in our communities and in ourselves. Why not do some of it together? Starting a book club focused on learning anti-racism and building empathy and understanding for Black culture is one way we […]

June 11, 2020 at 05:13PM Share on: Mascaras are a coveted beauty item for many. In one or two swipes, they can define your eyes, make you look more done-up, or simply top off a look. If you are a regular makeup wearer, you likely have one or two favorites that you keep on going back to—and unless you’ve been […]

June 11, 2020 at 08:00AM Whether you’re training for your next ultramarathon or just want to finish a 5K in one piece, there’s one question that many of us have at some point in our wellness journey: Can I have a drink every once in a while without derailing all the progress I’ve been making? As both a craft beer […]

June 11, 2020 at 03:49PM Share on: Intermittent fasting (IF), or time-restricted eating, is more than just a fad. While the diet is not for everyone, many studies have proved that fasting may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, as well as metabolic disorders, like diabetes. A recent study from Johns Hopkins University furthers the evidence that timing of meals […]

June 11, 2020 at 12:24PM Share on: So much time at home has a lot of us ready to pack up and move. That’s the gist of a recent Harris Poll survey, which found that nearly one-third of Americans have recently browsed real estate websites for homes or apartments to rent or buy. Those who live in cities seem to […]

June 11, 2020 at 11:24AM Share on: You’ve likely heard it thousands of times: Practicing safe sun is a nonnegotiable. And while most of the focus zeroes in on preventing sun damage (and rightfully so), sometimes sunburns happen, especially as we enter the throes of a scorching summer. Plus, burns and sun damage come in some obvious and not so […]

June 11, 2020 at 10:38AM Share on: Even if you’ve never formally looked into the four stages of sleep, you probably already know what they feel like: We lie down to go to sleep, start to drift off, maybe have one of those jerky twitches, then fall into light sleep, deeper sleep, and finally, REM sleep, where dreams occur. Each […]

June 11, 2020 at 10:04AM Share on: Vitamin D is one of four essential fat-soluble vitamins that are absorbed into the body through bile acids, aka fluids that help absorb fats and oils. However, because the human body does not produce enough vitamin D on its own, it needs to be consumed through food, sun exposure, and, oftentimes, supplements, since […]

June 10, 2020 at 11:00PM Share on: Despite the plethora of products from Black-owned businesses, these items have routinely been ignored on a larger scale, like at major retailers (online and brick-and-mortar). As we all commit to amplifying Black creatives, Aurora James (founder of Brother Vellies, a luxury accessories line handcrafted from global artisans) posed an initiative on Instagram: What […]

June 10, 2020 at 10:33PM There are plenty of nutrient-rich dark, leafy greens to choose from. Some people appreciate the peppery flavor of arugula, while others prefer the bitter notes of collard greens and Swiss chard. But when it comes to two of the most popular greens—kale and spinach—is one healthier than the other? Or is it just a matter […]