Health & Wellness

Viral filters go as far as completely altering a user’s features on social platforms. Many have complained, saying that the filters make them feel insecure about their real features. Let's explore more on the affect they can have on self-esteem.

Boosting your energy during the colder, darker months is so important in helping you stay motivated, proactive and positive. Here are six energy-boosting tips that can help you thrive this winter.

Books often offer just the perfect boost of inspiration we all need for closing out a year and starting a new one. Empower yourself and add these uplifting books by Black women authors to your must-read lists.

As 2022 comes to an end, many of us are planning activities to improve our well-being. Try these five tips to help you cultivate routines that put self-care and mental health first next year.

As an avid everyday traveler, for business and for pleasure, some popular travel "hacks" just aren't my cup of tea. Here are a few easy efforts that have been super-helpful in beating the anxiety and stress involved in holiday travel.

If you’ve been feeling unmotivated to work out or just outright hate exercising, consider spicing it up with these fun ways to incorporate exercise into your daily routine.

Here’s a guide to transforming everyday routines into mindful moments you can make the most out of, because each day is an opportunity to live your best life.

The so-called convenience and efficiency of having your home and your workplace one and the same—and the mess and other tasks right there at your fingertips—can turn from a blessing to a curse.

When you're not well, there's a possibility that your business won't thrive. This is why learning how to manage feeling overwhelmed is important.

Getting a restful night's sleep is important for your mental health and physical well-being. We are at our best when we can get not only the right amount of sleep but the quality is great as well.

This holiday season, try out a vegan or plant-based recipe to share among friends and family. Here are a few Black women who are leaders in coming up with dishes that we can all enjoy and be inspired by for the holidays.

Many of us want to create new habits to support our physical and mental wellness. Check out these women-led platforms that might support you on various aspects of your journey.

Whether you're embarking on a solo venture or looking to make sure your entire group is as safe as possible, packing a self-defense item is never a bad idea.

Wellness combines physical and psychological well-being that nourishes the body and nurtures the soul, and these TikTok creators may help you with the task.

It's good to be deliberate about taking care of your mental health. If you are trying to work on practicing self-care, we’ve provided a few tips that could help you.

Actress Tichina Arnold discusses her experience behind the camera for her directorial debut, with producer Tressa Azarel Smallwood, for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Can't decide what's for lunch? Meal planning apps make it possible to eat well without spending hours in the kitchen or at the grocery store. Try these picks to save time and cut the stress of prep.

Using essential oils for therapeutic benefit can be a good way to improve your mood, reduce stress, and boost productivity. No matter where you work, here's how you can use them effectively.

Everyone procrastinates, but chronic procrastinators overthink their decisions and avoid completing their goals. Here are ways to stop feeling overwhelmed and manage your time better.

Her Agenda INSIDER Lauren Clark speaks with Nikki Lynette about mental health awareness, self care, self love and more in this live chat.

You can make updates to your home to add a calming and peaceful vibe, and it doesn't require significant changes. Try these simple steps to get a bit of zen.

After the global pandemic largely stopped travel in its tracks for the best part of two years, it’s safe to say that wanderlust is back, and bigger than ever before. Most of us are itching to get out and explore and discover the parts of the world we’ve missed out on seeing over the last couple of years.

If you're feeling sluggish or tired, it might be time to take a break and decompress. Check out seven types of rest and how to tap into the one you need most.

Beaches aren't just for lounging or sunbathing. Here are a few fun activities you can do whether traveling solo, enjoying with your family, or visiting with a significant other.

Many summer graduates are embarking on a new transition, and having good health habits is important. Here are ways to tap into post-college holistic wellness.

Body image is a psychological construct that influences the way that we live with our bodies. Try these tips to embrace self-acceptance and empower yourself.

Companies like Amazon and Rite-Aid are limiting purchases of emergency contraceptives, but there are still options for Plan B pill access.

After Roe v. Wade was overturned, states began to enact their own laws. As the fallout continues, here's what you need to know about your abortion options and access.

When you're feeling stuck, let these positive words and phrases fill you with joy when you need a boost and arm you with resilience during difficult times.

National parks are preserved and protected pieces of our country that help ground us in the beauty of our world. Here are five that are must-visits for the summer.

The tampon shortage is affecting women everywhere, with empty shelves and spiking prices challenging access. Here's what you should know and a few alternatives to consider.

It's important to support others and advocate for nurturing mental wellness and education on mental health. Here are ways you can do so at home and at work.

Cabin pressure, recycled air and a lack of fresh oxygen on planes have an impact on our skin. Here's how you can practice a good skincare routine on the go.

Admiral Rachel Levine, assistant secretary for health at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, recently discussed issues related to infant health and the baby formula shortage.

If you're looking to take your wellness game up a notch, follow these influencers' and experts' Instagram pages.

Financial stress has impacted many of us, creating mental health challenges that seem insurmountable. Try use these tools to help you manage.

Feeling overworked and overwhelmed? Here's how to determine the difference between burnout and depression—and how to get help.

Many people find the process of starting therapy to be complicated, but here are three recommendations from an expert for choosing a good therapist fit.