Health & Wellness
Practical health and wellness reporting for Black women, grounded in faith.
TikTok Is Blocking Peptide Searches as Unapproved Injections Spread Online
TikTok now returns no results for BPC-157 and other popular peptides. Here’s what peptides are, what the science shows and the risks of injecting them.
Ananda Lewis Warned Women About Breast Cancer Before Her Death. Her Message Lives On.
Former BET and MTV host Ananda Lewis died at 52 after urging women not to skip mammograms. Her story and what Black women should know about screening.
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.
Very Hot Tea and Coffee Linked to Higher Risk of a Type of Esophageal Cancer, Large Study Finds
A study of nearly 1 million adults found people who prefer tea or coffee very hot had about three times the risk of a type of esophageal cancer.
The Roots of Obesity Among Black Women Run Deeper Than Diet
New CDC maps show high obesity rates among Black adults, and new research finds that socioeconomic disadvantage explains more of Black women’s higher rates than diet or exercise.
Ebola Outbreak in Congo Raises Alarm Across East Africa as Uganda Closes Its Border
A rare strain of Ebola is spreading fast in eastern Congo with nearly 1,000 suspected cases. Here's what's happening and why it matters.
Super Helper Syndrome: When Caring for Everyone Else Leaves You Empty
Many women carry everybody else while quietly running on empty. This wellness piece explores overgiving, burnout, and emotional exhaustion.
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.
US cuts the number of vaccines recommended for every child
The U.S. has reduced the number of vaccines recommended for all children, shifting several shots to risk-based or shared decision-making guidance.
Buffalo Church Partners with Community Groups to Offer Free Blood Test Screenings
First Shiloh Baptist Church and community partners are offering free blood test screenings and wellness assessments to Buffalo residents on Dec. 13, 2025.
Study Finds Ultra-Processed Foods Dominate American Diets and Increase Health Risks
A new CDC report reveals that ultraprocessed foods make up more than half of daily calories in the U.S., with even higher rates among youth. Experts warn of increased health risks, particularly in Black communities.
Conquer Obesity: Buffalo Church Hosts Free Community Health Event to Promote Wellness and Equity
A new health initiative in Buffalo aims to combat obesity and chronic illness in underserved communities through expert guidance, free resources, and faith-based leadership.
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.
Guard Your Heart: Tasha’s Health Scare Turned Wake-Up Call for 2025
Tasha’s heart disease scare inspires Black Christian women to guard their hearts in 2025 with faith and action. Explore tools and tips for heart health.
Are Seed Oils Toxic? Inside the Health Debate
Are seed oils toxic? Explore the debate as critics like RFK Jr. claim they harm health, while scientists defend their benefits. Get the facts.