The Nia Guide for Black Women: Choosing Health and Wellness

by Huggins, Sheryl; McKissack, Cheryl Mayberry

• ISBN13: 9781932841060
• ISBN10: 1932841067
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-09-01
• Publisher: Agate Bolden

Summary

The third in a series from the creators of NiaOnline.com-the web's premier community for black women-The Nia Guide for Black Women: Choosing Health and Wellness is an invaluable guide to maintaining a vibrant, healthy you, both inside and out. The book offers the perspectives of many famous and everyday women whose lives are represented through their personal stories of struggle and success. It also includes an in-depth resource guide to all types of health-related websites. It addresses such topics as: Developing Good Habits to Last a Lifetime, The Biggest Threat to Black Women's Health, Walking Your Way to Wellness and Weight Loss, Simple Fixes for Fabulous Skin.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION & ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS	vii
PART 1 BETTER HEALTH: WHAT CHOICE DO WE HAVE?	1	(16)
CHAPTER 1 The Black Women's Health Imperative on the State of Black Women's Health	2	(9)
CHAPTER 2 Recognizing and Preventing Diabetes	11	(6)
PART 2 STARTING WITH THE BASICS	17	(34)
CHAPTER 3 The Challenge of the Twenties: Developing Good Habits to Last a Lifetime	18	(10)
CHAPTER 4 How to Get the Sleep You Need	28	(3)
CHAPTER 5 Do You Need More Sleep?	31	(5)
CHAPTER 6 Go With the Flow: The Truth About Water and Good Health	36	(7)
CHAPTER 7 Right on Time: Advice on Staying Regular	43	(8)
PART 3 SEEKING SENSE AND SANCTUARY	51	(34)
CHAPTER 8 Are You Depressed?	52	(3)
CHAPTER 9 Daughters of a Dream Deferred	55	(3)
CHAPTER 10 How to Let Your Inner Light Shine	58	(3)
CHAPTER 11 Pass the Passion, Please!	61	(3)
CHAPTER 12 The Connection Between Post-Traumatic Slavery Disorder and Depression in Black Women	64	(11)
CHAPTER 13 At-Home Pampering	75	(3)
CHAPTER 14 The Challenge of the Thirties: Accepting the Battle	78	(7)
PART 4 LOVING AND HONORING THE WOMAN IN YOU	85	(34)
CHAPTER 15 What You Should Know About Pap Tests	86	(4)
CHAPTER 16 Are You at Risk for the Human Papillomavirus (HPV)?	90	(3)
CHAPTER 17 Reduce Your Risk of Cancer	93	(8)
CHAPTER 18 One Sister's Health Challenge	101	(4)
CHAPTER 19 Don't Douche It!	105	(4)
CHAPTER 20 Real Love With Dr. Jeff: "How Do I Get Him to Wear a Condom?"	109	(4)
CHAPTER 21 Real Love With Dr. Jeff: "I Have Herpes. Will I Find Love?"	113	(6)
PART 5 STAYING FIT AND FABULOUS	119	(48)
CHAPTER 22 What's the Biggest Threat to Black Women's Health?	120	(4)
CHAPTER 23 A Diet Plan Designed for Sisters	124	(5)
CHAPTER 24 Q&A: Comedian Mo'Nique on Diet and Exercise	129	(5)
CHAPTER 25 The Challenge of the Forties: Making Wellness a Priority	134	(9)
CHAPTER 26 The Black Women's Health Imperative on Walking for Wellness and Four Steps to a Slimmer You	143	(17)
CHAPTER 27 Walking For Wellness Worksheet	160	(2)
CHAPTER 28 Are You the Right Weight?	162	(1)
CHAPTER 29 Waking Up From the Nicotine Nightmare: Lalah Hathaway on Quitting Smoking	163	(4)
PART 6 LOVING THE SKIN (AND HAIR) YOU'RE IN	167	(16)
CHAPTER 30 Breakout Busters: Avoiding Adult Acne	168	(4)
CHAPTER 31 Winterize Your Skin	172	(4)
CHAPTER 32 Face Forward: Simple Fixes for Fabulous Skin	176	(3)
CHAPTER 33 Ten Steps to Healthier Hair	179	(4)
RESOURCE GUIDE	183