Burning Sands Blog — Health

Let's Get Glowing Black women have higher rates of many illnesses, such as hypertension, breast cancer at young ages, diabetes, stroke, and lupus. As mothers, entrepreneurs’, and caretakers, we are always passionate about the needs of all the people around us and seldom do we work on our own care.In the beginning of each year, many of us create resolutions with the intention of changing bad habits and starting a pattern of better health.Let’s Get Glowing Woman’s Wellness Expo’s will allow women to participate in Yoga and healthy eating seminars as well as create vision journals in a safe environment...

Ah, yoga, we love you so. There’s a reason the ancient practice has stood the test of time. Yoga is a total mind-body experience, with both physical and mental benefits. Not to mention the fact that there are endless options, making it one of the most versatile ways to work out. But don’t just listen to me yap poetic about the practice — allow the science to speak for itself. Below are 10 research-backed reasons to incorporate more yoga in your life: 1. Yoga is the ultimate stress reliever. Feeling a little high-strung? Head to a yoga studio. Research shows the practice...

When setting weight goals, it’s easy to pick a number that seems as low as possible — or at least lower than you are now — or to arbitrarily choose a time in your personal history when your weight seemed just right. Maybe that was high school, pre-baby or just a few months ago.You may choose to go with a more standard number, like the “normal” range of your body mass index (BMI) score, or simply compare yourself to some of the fitter people on your Instagram feed who seem to be around your height and build.The fact is: Choosing...