Real Health Winter 2008
Real Health Winter 2008
In every issue of Real Health, you’ll find the hottest topics of interest to our readers along with cutting-edge health information.
Features
Raising Her Bar
Gloria Reuben’s new series recently clocked a record 7.7 million viewers. That’s all the more people this celebrity activist can reach.
Inside the Issue
Broken Silence
With its mysterious symptoms and debilitating effects, lupus has a reputation as a silent killer.
Spice Up Your Life
Packed with disease-fighting compounds and antioxidants, these three herbs and spices add more than flavor to your winter meals.
Black Hair Growth
Yes, black hair can grow--long and strong!
Editor’s Letter-Winter 2008
It’s Your Health: Get Proactive.
No Fear
Can compassionate parenting go one-on-one with HIV?
Prostate Cancer News
The pros and cons of early screening
You Are No. 1
HIV-positive author Marvelyn Brown says black women must love themselves first, last and always.
Snoring Solutions
Put occasional snoring to rest with these treatment tips.
You Down With O.P.P.?
Don’t let other people’s prejudices stop you from getting tested for HIV.
Snoring Can Be a Serious Health Issue
Take action against sleep apnea.
Moisture Boost
Vaginal dryness, especially among menopausal or postmenopausal women, can turn sex into a painful act.
It’s a Woman Thang
Menorrhagia—abnormal heavy menstrual bleeding—affects about 10 million American women yearly. Here’s what to do about it.
Weekend Warriors
Tips for fighting the battle of the bulge—while still enjoying your weekend.
Sex Ed 101-Winter 2008
Popular clinical sexologist Rachael L. Ross, MD, PhD, a.k.a. Dr. Rachael, puts the kibosh on common sex myths.
Dear Diary...
Who knew keeping a journal could help you lose more weight?
You Complete Me
Just like two folks in a good relationship, when some foods are paired, they can bring out the best in each other.
Nutritional Superstars
A short list of the best foods to eat for optimal health.
Beyond Exercise
Yoga benefits more than muscles and minds-it’s also great for the heart.
Brotha Man
This openly gay (and proud) activist and writer won’t stop until hate and AIDS are extinct.
