Here’s something a little different. Last year when I went to the dentist I was told that I have five, yes FIVE cavities. I had the dentist blow up my whole x-ray so I could see the exact teeth where he was claiming I had cavities, and I couldn’t see it. So I went on […]
Category Archives: Health
Everything to Know About Mineral Oil, Vaseline and Hair Care
A while back, mineral oil was criticized as being, among other undesirable things, “bad” for natural black hair. It purportedly blocked the hair follicles, not only making the scalp dirty but also keeping hair from growing, and was blacklisted among the community. Back then, if I knew one thing about being natural, it was to […]
Coconut Oil Alternatives for Eczema Relief
In continuing with this series on eczema relief, it only makes sense to discuss other forms of moisture through the use of essential hair oils. As mentioned in my last post, a great moisturizer is everything, and for many people who suffer from eczema (and for many curlies with porous hair), coconut oil is a […]
Natural Hair Treatment: Eczema Relief
When it comes to natural hair, I am definitely not a pro. Nonetheless, I have discovered a hair washing treatment that works well for my three-year-old daughter. It has been a challenging journey for us, and although we are proud members of the natural hair community, my daughter can attest to the fact that we […]
4 Simple Ways To Reach Your Health Goals
Weight loss controls most of us to our very cores. It’s what shapes our choices, determines who we want to be, and most times, it unfortunately decides how we feel about ourselves. Although physical beauty should be on the bottom of our must-have list- who cares if you’re hot if you can’t tell your head […]
Let’s Talk Hair Shedding
How much hair should one shed? What is normal shedding? How to tell if you have a shedding problem? What causes excessive shedding? What’s the difference between shedding and breakage? The questions around shedding never end and as one who has done a good bit of research on the topic, it seems as though the […]
Giveaway: Get Fit for the Summertime
This is for our NYC based readers who want a chance to participate in a great bootcamp facilitated by Tizana of Tizana’s Body Renewal! We know the pic says to like Jouelzy’s FB page…totally unnecessary, we’re keeping it simple through BHK! Tizana is giving a Bootcamp package and trip to Miami Carnival! (Umm, let me […]
Healthy Hair + Skin and the Green Smoothie [Recipe]
The green smoothie and I have become close over the past two year and half years. I have seen the benefits in my skin, hair and overall health. My Skin When I am a wee-bit stressed I gravitate to refined sugars and processed foods – like most people – because they are quick, easy and […]
The Stick And Associated Problems: Getting Rid of Underarm Discomfort
I insidiously despise my underarms. They have been a problem for me since I began autonomously grooming myself back in middle school. I thought I knew what I was doing. I asked my mom and sister, researched the proper ways to shave, and the right products to use. The Struggle I live in Texas. During our cool […]
Natural Hair and Fitness
Being fit and staying active is key in order to lead a healthier lifestyle. However women in the Black community have had a challenging time with staying active because of their hair and the way it may be styled. I can remember back when I was relaxed – there days and even a few weeks […]