Health

Strategies for thriving in a stressful world

Monday, 10 September 2012 08:14 Nicole Winbush MD

This week I touch on some methods that can help you restore balance to your life by better managing and coping with stress. These practices can include regular exercise and physical activity. For some, it can also be helpful to utilize prayer and spiritual practices as a source of support.

Stress - It's not ALL in your head

Wednesday, 05 September 2012 00:57 Nicole Winbush MD

Everyone deals with stress. It is an inescapable part of our life. However, unrecognized and unmanaged it has the potential to make us very sick. Stress is the feeling we have from the real or perceived demands in our life. The feeling of stress is the result of the way our body's chemicals and nerves respond to a possible threat. Stress is a helpful instinct that gets us moving when we are under a clear challenge.

The hands of Black midwives have always saved lives

Wednesday, 05 September 2012 00:54 Dr. LaVonne Moore, CEO

During this time of political and moral crisis we can't forget how legislation has altered the healthcare landscape of America in the past with minimal improvement for which it was intended.

Cheetos and Takis illuminates health disparity

Tuesday, 28 August 2012 01:41 Commentary By Erin Jerabek

If you haven't listened to "Hot Cheetos and Takis," the hit song and viral video by North Minneapolis sensation, Y.N. Richkids, you are missing out on perhaps one of the greatest musical acts to come out of North since Prince

Pictured: Michelle Horovitz, Latasha Powell, Deedra Porter and Princess Titus

“Moore Therapy”

Wednesday, 22 August 2012 17:03 Darren D. Moore, Ph.D.

Greetings, and welcome to “Moore Therapy!” the newest column in the Insight News that will be examining all things related to couple and family relationships, Black men, health, and mental health within the African American community. I am Dr. Darren D. Moore and I will be writing a series of articles based on hot topics, current events, and requests made by you.

Back to school wellness for kids

Wednesday, 22 August 2012 00:00 Nicole Winbush MD

Young people are headed back to school. We can support their school success by creating habits at home that will support both the health of their body and mind.

Building a better school lunch, one tray at a time: SPPS incorporates new USDA menu guidelines into healthier meal offerings

Tuesday, 21 August 2012 15:29

Fresh produce, local ingredients and balanced portion sizes are among the key components of a healthy meal. With that in mind, Saint Paul Public Schools Nutrition Services is stepping up its menu offerings this September by implementing new U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) nutritional guidelines.