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Tonya Bolden

Bio

Tonya is a successful author, coauthor, and editor of 15 books and numerous published articles and book reviews, Bolden has also taught at several universities. Her work has appeared in numerous national magazines and newspapers, including Black Enterprise, Essence, The Amsterdam News, and the New York Times Book Review.

She has been called a self-help author, and has teamed up with celebrity daytime talk show host Mother Love to write "Half the Mother, Twice the Love" that tells about the major weight loss Mother Love achieved over the last three years to reverse the decline in her health and regain control over her life.

Specialties:

  • alternative & complementary medicine

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  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Alternative & Complementary Medicine:
    Controversial Alternative Heart Treatment Shows Hint of Benefit

    MONDAY, Nov. 5 (HealthDay News) -- A controversial alternative treatment known as chelation therapy, in which a special infusion seeks to remove heavy metals from the body, did show modest benefits for heart patients, researchers report.

    The trial -- the first large, long-term study of it...Full Article

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    Acupuncture Might Ease Fatigue Linked to Breast Cancer

    FRIDAY, Nov. 2 (HealthDay News) -- Offering breast cancer patients a relatively short regimen of acupuncture alongside standard treatment can help alleviate some of the crippling fatigue that often accompanies the disease, according to a new study.

    The magnitude of help that patients unde...Full Article

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    Spirituality Central to Traditional Chinese Medicine, Study Finds

    FRIDAY, Oct. 12 (HealthDay News) -- Spirituality is the key to successful treatment using traditional Chinese medicine, a new study says.

    Researchers analyzed the origins and development of traditional Chinese medicine, and concluded that it is profoundly influenced by Chinese philosophy ...Full Article

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    Why does a large woman have to spend more to dress well?
    I wear panty hose only when I want to. I buy fewer pairs, and when I do, I’m not paying that...Full Post
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    Meditation May Help Fight Loneliness, Study Says

    FRIDAY, Aug. 24 (HealthDay News) -- A simple form of meditation can help stave off feelings of loneliness and may cut the body's inflammatory response -- which can trigger serious illness -- to distressing emotions, a small new study suggests.

    Researchers from the University of Californi...Full Article

  • Tonya Bolden
    Tonya Bolden answered:
    Will a change in my bad eating habits influence others as well?

    Think about the possible ripple effect of your journey to wellness! As you improve your diet and eating habits, you could very well influence your loved ones - siblings, parents, spouse, children - to do likewise. You may not bat 1,000, but if your change causes one loved one to kick the bad-diet habit,

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    What should be the steps to wellness for diabetics?

    There is no one-size-fits-all program for diabetics or for nondiabetics seeking to be as healthy as they can be. But there are some basics that everyone should heed. Among them are:

    -Get and maintain a positive attitude.

    -Do not smoke.

    -Reduce your consumption of refined sugar.

    -Cut loose heavy d

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    Why do I overeat even if I am diabetic?
    Is your problem overeating? If so, ask yourself why. What triggers this behavior? It could be stress in general. Or maybe you are like me, in a family or community where overeating is the norm, and you are going along with the program to get along. Are there some early traumas or deprivations that started...  Full Post
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    How can I avoid overeating to help prevent diabetes?
    If you have an unhealthy relationship with food, especially if you are diabetic, start taking the baby steps to a better diet. Consider thinking about how you came to have bad eating habits. If it’s a family tradition, or cultural, recognize that you will not betray your family or your heritage if...  Full Post
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    Where can I learn about diabetes?
    If you or someone you love is a diabetic, and you guys are not acquainted with the American Diabetes Association (ADA), make the connection. It’s one way to learn more about diabetes, keep abreast of research and new discoveries, learn about meal planning, and get a heads-up about ADA Diabetes Expos and...  Full Post
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    Do I have to give up my favorite dishes for a better diet?
    Healthy meals don’t have to be bland and boring. A better diet does not mean giving up all of your favorite dishes. Take mac and cheese. For years, my husband and son never knew that I reduced the amounts of fat and cholesterol in the dish by using low-fat cheeses, egg substitutes, and either soy...  Full Post
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    Tonya Bolden answered:
    What should I do to manage diabetes throughout my life?
    I must live the diabetes lifestyle for the rest of my life. I still must take an aspirin a day for my heart and Altace, an ACE inhibitor, for my heart and kidneys (down from 10 mg in 2003 to 5 mg in 2006). I have not taken any diabetes medication since July 27, 2003, the day before I had my surgery....  Full Post
  • Tonya Bolden
    Tonya Bolden answered:
    Why does a large woman have to spend more to dress well?
    I wear panty hose only when I want to. I buy fewer pairs, and when I do, I’m not paying that higher plus-size price. I can get them from a dollar store. I don’t, but I could! Typically, when a large woman wants to dress well, she has to spend more money on her wardrobe than a small woman does. Plus-size...  Full Post
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    Tonya Bolden answered:
    What does “better is good, but better is not easy” mean?

    “Not easy” is a concept many people have trouble accepting, especially in America. Most Americans believe they are entitled to easy. But in many respects, easy is not better.

    Using spell check is easier than proofing your writing the old fashioned way - with your two eyes and your mind. But doesn’t it make our mental muscle a bit flabby? Allowing

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    What diet should I follow under phase IV of post-obesity-surgery?

    In early September I went into phase IV of my must, must, must healing plan. At last! For breakfast, lunch, and dinner some food I could sink my teeth into! -  kinda sorta. It was baby food. For breakfast: one ounce of a high-protein food, a half ounce of fruit, and a half ounce of starch.(two tablespoo

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