Author: Pie Mulumba
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6 Reasons To Lift Weights in 2019
When one thinks of weights, they think of big bulking muscles reminiscent of bodybuilders and professional wrestlers. While appealing for some women, other women prefer to be not just strong but lean as well. Weight training continues to be an often discarded form of exercise due to common misconceptions about its effects on one’s body.…
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Could Pomegranates Be The Key To IBD Treatment?
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is an umbrella term used to describe two digestive health conditions. These conditions are Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. The latest research suggests that around 3 million adults in the United States have some form of IBD (1). Both Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis affect the large and small intestines, leaving…
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Healthy Habits to Adopt: Here’s To A Better You in 2019
The start of the year comes with new energy and refreshed plans on living better and being healthy. Unfortunately, the new year, new me high tends to quickly fizz outcome February and you’re left feeling disappointed and demotivated. Thankfully, there are resolutions that aren’t daunting but effective in helping you maintain your health throughout the…
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Adopt A Plant-Based Diet With Beyonce and Jay-Z
If your new year’s resolution was to enjoy more plant-based meals, you’re certainly not alone. They may be music’s biggest power couple but Beyonce and Jay-Z are urging fans to enjoy a more plant-based diet. The couple, who share three children, recently shared that their health-conscious approach was a direct result of their children. In…
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Halle Berry Shares Her 2019 Fitness Resolutions
With every year that passes, Halle Berry continues to age quite gracefully. In 2018, the actress took her fitness mindset to another level by creating a weekly video series on Instagram called #FitnessFriday. With the help of her trainer Peter Lee Thomas, the beauty used the series to share fitness tips to her 4.3 million…
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Zero-Waste Traveling Tips To Adopt On Vacation
You may be adopting a zero-waste lifestyle in your home, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t incorporate this mentality into your travel time. According to the International Air Transport Association, in 2017 airlines produced around 5.7 million tons of waste, and this number is set to double over the next fifteen years. Said waste consisted of toilet…
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Sweat It Out: 6 Benefits of Sweating
Sweating is in no way appealing. Be it a sweaty face or sweaty hands, it’s never an attractive picture. Not to mention the often accompanying stench. However, did you know that sweating actually comes with some interesting health benefits? Why do we sweat? Sweat comes from sweat glands excreted through the skin’s pores. This is…
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Anti-Aging Diet: Foods That Prevent Wrinkles
While good skin relies on great skincare, a healthy diet rich in nutrients also plays a part. While aging is a natural process that we can’t avoid, fighting off wrinkles can look and taste quite well. Preventing wrinkles When it comes to combating premature aging, prevention is always better than cure. Wrinkles are primarily caused…
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Eating For Every Decade : Your Diet Through The Years
When we’re born, those around us do everything in their power to make sure that we get the necessary nutrients. The importance of eating the right foods as we age never fades. As different stages in our lives bring different concerns, it’s essential to adopt eating habits that will properly nourish our bodies for each…
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Does Your Sunscreen Contain These 6 Toxic Ingredients?
Sun protection is important, which is why it is imperative that we adopt regular use of sunscreen in our lives. However, with Hawaii banning oxybenzone this past year, one has to wonder which other toxic chemicals may be lingering in our sunscreens. While it is advisable to use sunscreen, a lot of these products contain…