To help African Americans improve their health and eating habits, Oldways, a nonprofit food and nutrition education organization along with an advisory team of experts,…

Apparently, joining the corporate weight loss challenge, or announcing on your Facebook and Twitter feeds that you’re trying to drop a few pounds will sabotage your sexy. It’s an interesting revelation, as I myself tend to be a doer. Running a site like this, I probably should let folks in on the daily process, but […]

“Food desert” is a term commonly used to describe communities with little or no access to healthy food, including fresh fruits, vegetables, meats and diary products. Millions of Americans — mostly poor, many African-Americans — live in these areas. In fact, the United States Department of Agriculture reports that about 23.5 million Americans currently live […]

A new study indicates that genes may explain about fifty percent of weight gain that begins in middle age. Researchers studied sets of twins who…

Was losing weight on your resolution list for 2011?  How have you been doing this first month of the new year?  Is your routine working?  If you’re feeling overwhelmed and frustrated with losing the pounds, you may need to re-evaluate what you’re doing? AOL BV Wellness shares 5 Diets that don’t really work and 5 […]

Its January, a new year with a long list of resolutions.  Many of us (yes, me too!) have dropping a few pounds on our list of things to do.  If you’re a foodie like me, staying focused and on track may be one of the hardest challenges while on Project: Losing Weight.  Here are 5 […]

It’s a new day, new year.  Have  you made out your list of goals for 2011? Is “losing weight” on your list? 

I love Beyonce’ because of her honest admission of loving food.  She also knows how to keep herself in shape in spite of being a foodie.  Do you want to know how she keeps it together during the holiday season?  Check out 5 tips that her celebrity trainer Marco Borges shares on how to stay […]

Many of us know 112 group member Q Parker for hits like “Cupid”, “Peaches & Cream” and “Only You” with bandmates Slim, Michael and Darion.  He’s  also noted with receiving esteemed Grammy and ASCAP awards during his music career.  Screaming fans all over the world have seen him grow and excel into a well-respected figure […]

The most important choice a diabetic can make in their life if the food they eat. Diabetics should be careful to consumer foods that are…

VIA: Elev8.com More than 24 million people are living with diabetes. Keeping it in control is a lifelong challenge that require support from your family, friends and healthcare professionals. Having a healthy diet, exercise and medication management is vital for a long life. Making the commitment to do the things to better your life such […]

Over 24 millions people are living with Diabetes.  Keeping it in control is a lifelong challenge that require support from your family, friends and healthcare…