Dr. Kwegyir Aggrey "Only the best is good enough for Africa."
Kwame Nkrumah "The independence of Ghana is meaningless unless it is linked up with the total liberation of Africa."
Labels on food are confusing for all kinds of reasons. Here’s what they mean. CHRISTINA COUCH When you open your fridge, how often do you check the dates on your food? The yogurt container says it’s still good for a few more days, but the label on the half-used barbecue sauce says it was best […]
Ginger has a rich history in traditional medicine, and modern science is catching up DIPA KAMDAR From warming winter teas to zesty stir-fries, ginger (Zingiber officinale) has long been a kitchen staple. But beyond its culinary charm, this spicy root has a rich history in traditional medicine – and modern science is catching up. Studies […]
They’re tiny, trendy, and tossed into everything from smoothies to detox drinks. Chia seeds have earned their spot in the superfood hall of fame. With fiber that keeps gut happy, omega-3s that support the brain, and enough plant-based protein to make vegetarians cheer, it’s no surprise they’re everywhere. But as healthy as they are, chia […]
Delivering Healthcare with Compassion—From New Jersey to Ghana The Ghana Association for Medical Aid (GAMA) is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization founded in 2013 to bridge the gap in healthcare access for underserved populations in New Jersey and Ghana. Through annual medical missions, public health education, and targeted humanitarian outreach, GAMA provides critical medical services and […]
Reports of people being shackled, detained and held for deportation, some of whom have permanent residency, have raised global concerns. Here’s what attorneys say. NINA GOLGOWSKI Residents of the United States who aren’t citizens ― and even some who are ― have become increasingly worried about traveling abroad under the Trump administration. The number of […]
There are clear health risks associated with eating red and processed meat. Here are six alternatives. SOPHIE EGAN Scientists have long known about the downsides of red and processed meats. Eating them has been linked with increased risks of health issues like heart disease, some types of cancer and earlier death. And research suggests that […]
BRITTNY MEJIA A San Bernardino pastor and onetime city council candidate was arrested earlier this month on suspicion that he swindled longtime friends and a nonprofit corporation tied to another church out of more than $230,000, according to federal authorities. Terrance Owens Elliott, who was arrested Thursday, March 6, has been charged with 11 counts […]
The supplement industry is booming—but so are serious health issues tied to taking these pills and powders. Here’s what experts say you need to watch out for. ALI PATTILLO In the last 30 years, our collective relationship with supplements has morphed into a full-blown obsession: More than half of adults in the United States today […]
Doctors and dietitians give guidelines for what to avoid if you want to power through your day. EMILY LAURENCE ADHD aside, sometimes concentrating long enough to finish a work or school task feels impossible. You sit down at your computer with the best of intentions only to end up toggling between 10 different tabs because […]
KRISTEN ROGERS Drinking coffee has repeatedly been linked with better heart health and prolonged life. But the benefits of coffee consumption could depend on when you drink it, new research has found. Limiting coffee intake to the morning, it turns out, may be best — and that seems to be regardless of the amount consumed […]