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You may have heard the term ‘African diaspora’ used to describe some Black people before, but what does it mean? More importantly, where do you find the people who qualify for this designation? Here’s what you need to know.
What’s the African Diaspora?...

For years, weighted vests and other types of clothing were only used by performance athletes. In recent times, though, you may have noticed that some clothing manufacturers started to make weighted vests that are lighter. These vests are meant to be...

You might not know it, but every day that hits, you’re getting colder.
Well, at least right now, because it’s winter, and it’s been the kind of winter we haven’t seen in years, to put it mildly.
With record Arctic lows hitting the country in many spots, it’s more important now than ever that we take cold care seriously. What this means is simple. Winter brings more than just cold weather and holiday cheer—it increases inflammation throughout...

Living with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) and dealing with painful lumps forming under your skin in sensitive areas such as your armpits and groin can be stressful. While stress is understandable, it can actually cause flare-ups and make your condition...