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Registered Dietician Maya Feller On Inclusive Wellness and Nutrition

Leave a Comment / Blog / Black Health Matters / September 2, 2026

Registered dietitian Maya Feller is reshaping nutrition with an inclusive approach that meets people where they are. From managing chronic conditions to promoting small, sustainable lifestyle changes, her advice emphasizes accessible wellness, personalized care, and practical habits like eating more plants, staying hydrated, and prioritizing rest every day.

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Tips on Nutrition for Those Living with Diabetes

Leave a Comment / Blog / Black Health Matters / September 1, 2026

On September 1st, Dr. Toni Flowers presented at the Black Health Matters Summit on healthy living to combat the epidemic of diabetes in South Carolina. Black Health Matters was pleased to have her present on nutrition and diabetes and what South Carolinians can do to improve their outcomes when managing diabetes.

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15 Ways to Maintain Your Long-Term Fitness Goals

Leave a Comment / Blog / Black Health Matters / August 18, 2026

Maintaining a fitness routine takes more than setting a New Year’s resolution. These 15 tips can help you build lasting exercise habits by finding activities you enjoy, setting realistic goals, tracking progress, staying motivated, and making fitness a consistent part of your everyday life for the long term.

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Can You Reverse Prediabetes?

Leave a Comment / Blog / Black Health Matters / July 28, 2026

Prediabetes affects millions of Americans, often without symptoms, but it doesn’t have to progress to type 2 diabetes. Healthy habits like eating well, staying active, and maintaining a healthy weight can lower your risk. Learn practical steps to take control of your health and build lasting lifestyle changes before diabetes develops.

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The Anti-Inflammatory Diet: What You Need to Know

Leave a Comment / Blog / Black Health Matters / July 1, 2026

Feeling tired, achy, or just off? Chronic inflammation could be the culprit — and what you eat every day may be making it worse. The good news is that the right foods can help your body calm down, heal, and thrive. Here’s what the science says to eat and avoid.

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What Women Need to Know Now About Prediabetes

Leave a Comment / Blog / Black Health Matters / June 17, 2026

Prediabetes affects millions of women, often without symptoms, but it is also one of the most reversible health conditions. In this expert interview, Dr. Anyanate Gwendolyne Jack explains how insulin resistance develops, why early action matters, and the practical lifestyle changes that can help prevent type 2 diabetes.

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An Ounce of Prevention: How Nutrition Can Save Your Life

Leave a Comment / Blog / Black Health Matters / June 3, 2026

Nutrition is one of the most effective yet overlooked tools in disease prevention. Research shows that healthy eating patterns can significantly reduce the risk of chronic illnesses, including cancer, making daily food choices a critical part of long-term health.

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Good News! Exercise Doesn’t Have to Be as Long (or as Painful) as You Think

Leave a Comment / Blog / Black Health Matters / April 26, 2026

Exercise does not have to be long or painful to deliver real results. University of Michigan research shows that flexible enjoyable movement leads to better long term fitness habits. Any movement counts, no matter how short or simple, and The Difference App helps you track all of it.

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The Soft-Life Check-In

Leave a Comment / Blog / Black Health Matters / April 1, 2026

Feeling the pressure to do it all this spring? It’s time to pause, reset, and reclaim your peace. This soft-life check-in guides you through intentional self-care, setting boundaries, and choosing rest over burnout—so you can step into the new season feeling grounded, refreshed, and fully aligned with what truly matters.

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Best Foods for Your Kidneys

Leave a Comment / Blog / Black Health Matters / March 11, 2026

Healthy kidneys play a vital role in filtering waste and maintaining fluid balance in the body. Diet can significantly support kidney health, especially for those with kidney disease. Foods like berries, cabbage, fatty fish, and olive oil provide antioxidants and nutrients that help protect kidney function while reducing inflammation and harmful buildup.

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