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Darshonnia Lee.  

After The Diagnosis

 One of the most dreaded news anyone wants to hear from their Doctor is, "You have cancer." Darshonnia Lee remembers that day so clearly. It was the day her life changed in so many ways. Although, she spent many days in tears she was determined not to let cancer get her down. Find out she turned her tears into triumph.  Read HER story.

She Believed She Could So She Did!

 Beautiful, talented, compassionate, and determined is probably how those who know Sylvia Ray would describe her. She is proving to many that it's never too late to go after your dreams! Soon to be 50 this awesome sister is setting new goals and reaching new heights in the area of bodybuilding, but as successful as she is at weightlifting, it's not her only passion. Find out what else Sylvia Ray is passionate about, and learn some of her health tips that might just motivate you to the next level.  Read HER story.  

Get Well with Michele

When Stevie Wonder sang the lyrics, “Isn’t she lovely? Isn’t she wonderful?” He must have been referring to Dr. Michele Reid, so to answer Stevie’s question… Yes! She is lovely… and wonderful!  She also has a PhD in Holistic Nutrition, Masters of Science in Kinesiology, and Bachelor of Science in Psychology.  Need I go on? She is a former track and field athlete, fitness competitor and fitness model. She has competed among the best athletes, and have graced the magazine covers of Energy, and Muscle and Fitness HERS. But, despite it all Dr. Michele Reid possesses a spirit of humility, love, and true compassion for helping others reach optimal health.

Get Fit with Felicia!

a woman who is fierce, focused, and not to mention…very fit.  And if  I may add another ‘F word,’ it would be flygirl, because in my opinion she meets the urban definition: A sexy chic with a swag all her own; confident. A girl who knows what she wants and goes for it! 
 

Her name? Felicia Maxwell,  a true super woman.

My Bald is Beautiful!

 "I WAS SO ASHAMED OF THE WAY I LOOKED I COVERED MY HEAD EVEN WHEN I WAS AT HOME." My battle with Alopecia began in 2007 when I noticed a patch of hair missing from my head. It was small, so I didn't pay it much attention. But, then it became bigger and more noticeable.  I went to a dermatologist who diagnosed me with Alopecia Areata, which is an autoimmune skin disease resulting in hair loss, and possible baldness. It usually starts with one or more small, round, smooth patches on the scalp and progresses from there. Oftentimes, Alopecia is triggered by stress, and I was definitely under a lot of stress! At the time I was battling  with my husband’s on-again, off-again addiction to heroin

There is Life After Lupus!

Tera Davis-Adams might be a Navy Veteran, but her most life-threatening battle had nothing to do with guns, or fighting off enemy attacks. Instead, at the age of 28, she found herself fighting, ‘Inner-me’ attacks. Inside of her body was a silent killer that had been secretly lurking and hiding itself in her joints and organs going undetected by medical examinations, and the expert knowledge of the doctors. Before she knew it… she was ambushed.  

I Have What? Lupus?!

If you know Shundra Henton, then you know her zeal for life!  She has a genuine love and kindness toward others.  She has no problem opening her home or her kitchen to friends and family. She is known to host great parties with delicious eats! I had her cooking, and all I can say is… those lamb chops was taaaasty.  

In 2001 Shundra received some news she thought for sure would end her party days forever.