Congratulations! Pregnancy is both exciting and unique to each woman. It inspires expecting women to make healthier lifestyle choices. The first three months of pregnancy is called the “first trimester”; it’s a time when your baby is making a foundation for a sustainable life. It’s also a time when your body is making big changes to accommodate your baby’s birth. Here is information on the first trimester and what you can typically expect. What Is the First Trimester? A healthy pregnancy … [Read more...] about First Trimester Pregnancy Health Tips
10 Non-Alcoholic Drinks for Holiday Cheer!
With all the excitement brewing in the air, we know the holiday season is here, and you can't wait to celebrate them with your loved ones. And much like the food, drinks are a big part of any celebration. The outbreak of coronavirus, followed by a nationwide closure of bars earlier this year, has adversely affected our consumption habits. Consumption of alcohol has increased drastically during the start of COVID-19. Many people started drinking heavily to cope with loneliness, social … [Read more...] about 10 Non-Alcoholic Drinks for Holiday Cheer!
The COVID +15 – How to Refocus on Eating Healthy
The pandemic hit us unexpectedly, and it hit us hard. Dealing with the 'new normal' and 'social distancing' has been tough for everyone. There's been a disruption in schedules, and a sense of routine is lost. There are also feelings of fear and angst we haven't experienced before. COVID-19 is all new emotional territory. With entire families spending most of their time at home, the stress and anxiety of our newfound “togetherness” may have thrown your plans of eating healthy completely off … [Read more...] about The COVID +15 – How to Refocus on Eating Healthy
African Heritage & Health
African Heritage and Healthy Eating Celebrated February 1st-7th, African Heritage and Health Week commemorates the flavors and healthy cooking techniques that were core to the wellbeing of African ancestors from Africa, South America, the Caribbean, and the American South. February is the perfect time to honor and explore this healthy culinary history. (Oldways 2015) African Heritage Week is the perfect way to kick off Black History Month. It continues to raise awareness of the world of the … [Read more...] about African Heritage & Health