Health & Wellness
Practical health and wellness reporting for Black women, grounded in faith.
Overlooked in the Clinic, Judged in the Court: Black Mothers and Mental Health
Black mothers’ mental health symptoms are less likely to lead to diagnosis or care. Two Massachusetts cases show what’s at stake.
Serena Williams, GLP-1s and the Research Gap Affecting Black Women
Serena Williams credits a GLP-1 with better health. Research on how these drugs affect Black women’s muscles and bones is still catching up.
Beyond the Pink Ribbon: The Fight for Equitable Breast Cancer Care for Black Women
Black women are about 40% more likely to die from breast cancer. A study of women with triple-negative disease shows what equitable care requires.
What Happens When Probiotics Make You Feel Worse? What Experts Say
Feeling bloated, tired or “off” after starting probiotics? A gastroenterologist explains probiotic adjustment symptoms.
Stretching After 40 Might Be One of the Kindest Things You Can Do for Your Body
Stretching after 40 can help women improve flexibility, ease stiffness, reduce stress, and support long-term mobility and wellness. Experts explain why it matters.
What Keto Did (and Didn’t) Do for Me: A Black Woman’s Honest Story About Taking Back My Health
Discover how one Black woman used the ketogenic diet to reverse type 2 diabetes and lose weight—her honest journey, lessons, and tips, backed by research.
Are Box Braids Killing Us? The Hidden Dangers in Synthetic Braiding Hair
Synthetic braiding hair may expose Black women to toxic chemicals. Learn the facts, the risks, and how to choose safer options without sacrificing style or culture.
Breaking the ‘Strong Black Woman’ Narrative: A Journey to Mental Health Healing in the Church
A Black Christian woman breaks free from the ‘strong Black woman’ stereotype, finding mental health healing through her church’s support and faith-based counseling. Explore how community and scripture guide this transformative journey.