Kiara Byrd

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Kiara Byrd

The slogan, “Health is wealth,” has grown from a catchy phrase to a lifestyle movement. It has become widely apparent that diet, physical activity, and mental health awareness are necessary to live the prosperous life we all dream about. In Black communities, health is something that many people might take for granted. To try to decrease their health risks, Black men are switching up their game plans — and it has been a lifesaver.

3 weeks ago | essence.com | Kiara Byrd

There’s no greater feeling than being seen and appreciated. In February, on the NAACP Image Awards red carpet, Grammy Award-winning rapper, producer, actor, and entrepreneur David Banner went viral for his warm and genuine responses to journalist Cynthia Okeke. The moment sparked conversations about the power of admiration and the importance of truly seeing each other, particularly within the Black community. And being seen, and seeing others, is good for your mental health.

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Kiara Byrd

Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.Generate Key TakeawaysThe Marvel comic superhero, Captain America, has had another face added to its history. In the original MCU film trilogy, the character was played by actor Chris Evans.

1 month ago | essence.com | Kiara Byrd

While many assume that traveling with young children limits your options when it comes to what you can see when exploring the world, couple Lindsey Granger and Kolyn Boyd are proving that family travel abroad is more accessible—and more enriching—than many realize. Granger, a Denver-based reporter for NewsNation and a respected journalist, is no stranger to flying. Growing up, traveling with her mom, who worked for TWA (acquired by American Airlines), was the norm.

1 month ago | essence.com | Kiara Byrd

Courtesy of subjects Marijuana. Weed. Ganja. The legalization of recreational cannabis and the rise of dispensaries continue to expand across the United States. This growth creates more opportunities for Black people to gain ownership in an emerging market—and learn more about the plant itself.