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Black Health Matters: There is No Easy Way Out of an Unhealthy Lifestyle

Fad diets and gimmicks are not new, but the latest craze, surprisingly, has people consuming a drug meant to treat those suffering from Type II diabetes. Consumer demand for the drug is so high, it is negatively impacting those who need the medicine. Never mind the fact that this is a brand new drug whose long-term effects are unknown. The current trend is proof positive that people want to take the easy way out to losing weight and becoming free of eating disorders.

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Black Health Matters: Forget the Competition

Unfair comparisons are a hallmark of today’s society so much so that people get paid to do it. That does not mean their assessments are true. It is the same when individuals compare and contrast themselves with other people, especially when it comes to health and fitness. The only person you should ever compete with is yourself in order to become a better version of you! To find out, read today’s article!