Sometimes, stepping away from the screen may be doing more for your brain than you think.

"It's all about what your body can do."

Here's how to load up your plate for weight loss & blood sugar support.

Some families may have a surprising advantage when it comes to aging well.

Only one type of food lowered inflammatory proteins.

Only one type of food lowered inflammatory proteins.

"The more I learn, the more I realize there are so many ways to stay healthy."

Your blood may have a built-in support system that helps certain cells survive.

Every October, pink ribbons appear on storefronts, sports uniforms, social media feeds, and community events across the country. Awareness has undoubtedly saved lives, but for many Black women, awareness is only the beginning. The post More Than a Pink Ribbon: What Breast Cancer Awareness Month Really Means for Black Women appeared first on Black Health Matters.

Higher levels of this mineral were linked to slower cellular aging.

A longer reproductive window may have an unexpected connection to lung health.

Your brain may be affected by what happens around food before you even eat it.

An endocrinologist explains why thyroid numbers are important, but they aren’t always the entire story.

You're stack needs a revamp.

A subtle change in how you move may be your muscles asking for attention.

If you regularly wake up feeling like you barely slept, despite spending a full night in bed, there may be more going on than a restless night

For so many of us, that word becomes a constant, low-grade hum of pressure — a voice that's always pointing out where we're falling short of some standard we never actually chose. The post Shedding the “Shoulds” appeared first on Therapy for Black Girls.

Your genes may hold a clue to why your periods stopped earlier than expected.

What you’re drinking daily could help or hurt your risk of dementia

Yes, even in your “healthy” snacks 

When it comes to HRT and your brain, timing may be part of the story.

A simple daily habit may have helped people shed more weight than expected.

Your sleeping brain is still busy doing some important behind-the-scenes work.

Your sweet tooth might not be the villain in this brain-health story.

Welcome back to our minisode series, “I Have Some Thoughts.” These short episodes are designed... The post I Have Some Thoughts Minisode | Jordyn Woods, Coco Jones, NABJ Award, & Food Recalls appeared first on Therapy for Black Girls.

Receiving a breast cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes with unfamiliar medical terms. Learning your cancer type, including HR-positive, HER2-negative status, and biomarkers like PIK3CA can help you feel more prepared. The post Know Your Type, Know Your Options: What Black Women Should Know About Advanced Breast Cancer appeared first on Black Health Matters.

Your brain may be far more adaptable over time than researchers once believed.

New research links menstrual cycles to poorer sleep in athletes.

New research links menstrual cycles to poorer sleep in athletes.

What longevity looks like inside the body