If you’re big on music, you’ve probably seen the signs; Afrobeat (also known as Afro-music) is receiving a lot of global attention today. This genre is not new to the scene, and it’s important to give credit to the ‘OGs’ in the African music industry who pushed this unique sound for years, even when it …
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Hi, it’s morning. As I sit down to eat a bowl of oatmeal and banana smoothie, I got thinking: Are there really people who intentionally skip breakfast? Oh, Woah! Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. You know it, I know it, we all know it, and yet do we really understand why? …
It’s okay to admit it; Occasionally, there’s one of those nights when we eat light or early dinner, and then stay up later than usual to binge-watch a new show, catch up with an old friend or work late into the night. However, a few hours in and you feel a strong desire to reach for …
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Pregnancy is a great time of growth and development but the accompanying weight gain during pregnancy is often a concern for many women. For all women, it is a time of great change for the body and not just on the outside! Your body will begin preparing for the baby and growing a placenta even …
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For anyone who’s intentional about healthy living, you’ve probably adopted certain practices that align with your long-term wellness goals. However, if you’re eating your greens and keeping to that exercise program, counting calories and cutting down on sugar, but neglecting how important a good night’s rest and building good sleep habits are, it’s time to make some …
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Eating out can be a minefield for eating healthy foods. While I do think that it’s okay to indulge occasionally, restaurants are filled with temptations—and not just those chocolate lava cakes, gooey cheesecakes, oil-ladened egusi soup, afang soup, or the sea foods. Sometimes, even the “good” options aren’t as healthy as we want them to …
It’s summer in many countries, and with it comes the desire to look beach-ready. But achieving your summer body goals is not as simple as just going on a diet and hitting the gym. If you’re reading this, I’m going to assume that you have a summer body goal. Maybe it’s hitting the beach with …
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Sleep Apnea affects more than your chances of getting a good night’s sleep or not waking up with a cranky feeling by morning. This medically recognized disorder causes a disrupted breathing pattern; wherein a person’s breathing stops and starts again repeatedly while asleep. There are three types of Sleep Apnea; the Obstructive Sleep Apnea – …
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Intermittent fasting is a popular diet trend that has been around since the 1930s. If you’re just hearing about the term, you are a bit late for the party but you are not alone. The idea that our bodies need to rest from eating for a significant amount of time every day is a new …
If you’ve been on the quest to get fit, you know that weight loss doesn’t happen overnight. It takes hard work and determination to reach your goals and keep the weight off. The good news is that you don’t have to do this alone — especially not with the support of your loved ones! Your …
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