(ThyBlackMan.com) A long life free of heart disease does not come just from controlling the standard measures like blood pressure and cholesterol. Sure, keeping tabs on these indicators is essential to gauging your heart’s health, but a few other numbers—some surprising—can be meaningful as well. Take control of your health ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) You’ve probably heard about “pink slime,” the nutritionally questionable, ground beef filler treated with ammonia that has graced school cafeteria and fast food menus for decades.  Well, if you thought that was bad, you haven’t seen anything yet. Here are nine more gross ingredients that might be in your ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Happiness is the only thing we pursue for its own sake. Everything else, we pursue because we think it will make us happier. Or at the very least, less sad. But research shows that we are actually poor predictors of what will make us happy. In fact, you might ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) What is serotonin? This naturally-produced chemical is believed to contribute to feelings of well-being and happiness. Fluctuating levels of serotonin can have a very negative impact on an individual’s mood, sleep patterns and ability to learn and deal with stressful situations. While it is possible to take medicine to ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Sometimes, you just need a pick me up. Whether you had a bad day at work, your kids are acting up or something more serious, having the skills to boost your mood can make the frustrations of life a whole lot more bearable. So tuck this list away in ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) It’s a common assumption that men, in general, are unconcerned about their hair and skin care problems, but that’s not always true. Since hair is such a big part of your appearance, keeping it well maintained is important. Following the simple guidelines below will put you on your way ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) According to the Dallas Morning News, Jimmy Bernard Billingsley has been sent to prison for aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury after he admitted to sleeping with the mother of one of his players without using protection.   What is unfortunate for the young man’s mom is that Billingsley ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Condoms are one type of birth control that not only prevents pregnancy, but also can help prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). But, there are many facts about condoms that can cause confusion, potentially limiting their effectiveness. What types of condoms are there?  There are two types ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Almost any exercise is good exercise. That said, some people waste time on routines that aren’t best for reaching their goals. Lack of time is the number one excuse people give for not working out so why waste your precious time on exercises that are inefficient, ineffective or just ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) New York City is known as the city that never sleeps. Maybe they should change it to the city were everybody sleeps…. around! According to a new report from The NYC Dept of Health the city is experiencing a dramatic rise in the rates of sexually transmitted diseases. The ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) It’s normal to get angry at times. Screaming or fuming for hours after the driver in front of you failed to use their turn signal is not. Uncontrolled anger is a danger to your health, your job your marriage, your relationships and most importantly, your life. Does your mad-o-meter ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Ideally, three quarters of our plate should be filled with fruits and plants. But these days, vegetables take a backseat to meat. The average American eats almost 300 lbs of meat a year! When meat is the center of the meal, it’s easy to lose focus on the other ...