Tequia Burt

Tequia Burt is an editor and writer based in Chicago. tequiaburt.com

Luvvie Ajayi Jones’ Guide to Professional Troublemaking

The author of “Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual,” Luvvie Ajayi…

Book Review: Professional Troublemaker

Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter ManualBy Luvvie Ajayi JonesPENGUIN L…

Support a Healthy Gut With CBD

CBD can help ease the pain and trouble that comes with an inflamed gut, whether …

Community Champion: Butterfly Boxes

Adrienne Enriquez and Alysson Enriquez

4 Super Greens to Grow in Your Spring Garden

Eating a diet rich in greens can help you improve your blood pressure, boost you…

My Mom is a Nurse. What Are We Doing to Protect Her?

Shortages of masks and other critical protective equipment are leaving nurses an…

Dealing with COVID-19: 5 Ways to Control Coronavirus Anxiety

Is coronavirus news ramping up your anxiety? Does the thought of social distanci…

3 Essential Oils to Relieve Eczema (Plus DIY Cream)

Clinical aromatherapist Dorene Petersen recommends her favorite essential oils t…

re/VIEW: Mark Nepo

Mark Nepo reflects on his spiritual journey, our polarized country, and how bein…

Toolbox: Creating Calm

In our fast-paced and turbulent world, it can be difficult to find space for pea…

4 Chair Stretches to Ease Neck, Shoulder, and Upper Back Pain

The repetitive movements you make every day can be a big factor in aggravating o…

5 Surprising Foods That Spark Passion + Recipes

Tired of oysters, chocolates, and strawberries? Try one of these five unique lib…

7 Unique Valentine’s Day Gifts for a Wellness and Self-Care Lifestyle

In a sea of chocolates and roses, it can be hard to choose a Valentine’s Day gif…

4 Essential Oil Blends to Help Ease Inflammation

Try these essential oil blends to help soothe everyday inflammatory conditions l…

9 Wellness Resources for Black Women When Life Gets You Down

Black Girl Magic can’t protect us from everything. Here are nine online resource…

Gut Health: 5 Fermented Foods to Try

Tired of yogurt, kombucha, and kefir? Then give these five foods a try to get mo…

Tequia’s Top 5 Stories for 2019

New S&H Managing Editor Tequia Burt shares her top picks from 2019.…

20 Creative (and Shame-Free) New Year’s Resolutions

Sometimes we set ourselves up for failure by making promises we can’t keep or by…

6 Ways to Fight Holiday Insomnia

An expert in cognitive behavioral therapies targeting better sleep provides six …

Recipe: 10 Delicious (and Healthy) Baked Goods for the Holiday Season

Some of the best memories during the holidays are sparked by the smells that fil…

Holiday Cocktails: 4 Wellness Spirits to Try Now

From keto-friendly natural wines to liquors spiked with herbs and botanicals, we…

15 Conversation Starters for Holiday Parties

The good news is that everyone else feels awkward, too. Power through, connect, …

4 DIY Holiday Gifts for the Skincare Junkie in Your Life

Recipes for toner, serum, body scrub, and lip balm will help you give the gift o…

Tell the Real Story of Thanksgiving With Indigenous Food

Honor Native American history and culture this Thanksgiving with Chef Sean Sherm…

Survey Says Meditation Eases Chronic Pain for Prescription Opioid Users

Exciting new research indicates that mind-body therapies like meditation can hel…

Plant a Butterfly Garden, Save the World

New research shows that urban gardeners can help boost dwindling populations of …

3 Ways to Harness the Healing Power of Comfrey

Infused into oil, tea, or a salve, the herb Comfrey can heal the respiratory sys…