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Buzzworthy Benefits of Honey

by Aly Deutsch

We all know honey as the ultimate sweet treat, but did you know honey has major skincare benefits? From helping to refine skin texture to deeply moisturizing and repairing skin, there’s plenty of buzzworthy benefits of honey that can help improve your skin’s overall health.

Lucky for you, our team of product developers figured out a way to harness the power of honey with an entire skincare range! The Banila Co Miss Flower and Mr. Honey collection was created with a premium blend of honey and features an intense honey nourishing system to protect and refine the skin while locking in moisture and providing key anti-aging benefits. Our wide range of  Miss Flower and Mr. Honey products can make up your entire skincare routine, or you can pick and choose products depending on your current skin goals. The Banila Co Miss Flower & Mr. Honey collection is gentle enough for daily use and contains a rejuvenating toner, eye cream, ampoule mist, essence stick, ampoule, lotion, cream & lip balm.

Let’s breakdown the buzzworthy benefits, shall we?

 

It’s Moisturizing – honey is one of nature’s purest beauty remedies and can replenish moisture to even the driest skin types and has the power to moisturize oily skin without clogging pores. In addition to being majorly moisturizing, honey is known to leave the skin with a natural dewy glow.

It’s Anti-aging – since honey is full of antioxidants and nutrients to help boost skin cell production, it makes it a perfect ingredient to help fight free radical damage and signs of aging. Because of its moisturizing benefits, honey helps plump the skin resulting in a more youthful appearance.

It’s Brightening – one of the reasons why we love honey is because it helps to naturally brighten the skin. Honey is a natural exfoliant so it gently removes dead skin cells resulting in a more clear and bright complexion.

It’s for all Skin Types – that’s right, ALL skin types can benefit from the power of honey. In addition to being moisturizing, anti-aging & brightening which are great for dry skin & mature skin; honey also cleanses the skin and can help combat hyperpigmentation which is ideal for dull, oily and acne prone skin types.

 

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Today's Devotional: Patience My Children

 

Abraham’s Lesson on Patience

Seasons of waiting produce spiritual fruit. From InTouch Ministries

February 7, 2023

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Genesis 16:1-16

Abraham is someone from whom we can learn valuable lessons. Over the course of his life, his faith grew. He came to understand how important trusting God is—and how costly impatience can be. 

Abraham learned the hard way that manipulating circumstances can bring heartache. When he and his wife tried to help God out, the immediate result was jealousy, anger, and family strife. There was also a long-term consequence: a bloody conflict that still rages today between the descendants of Hagar’s son Ishmael and Sarah’s son Isaac.

The Lord promised Abraham and Sarah a baby, but they ended up waiting for the fulfillment until childbearing was humanly impossible. When Isaac was finally conceived and born, all the glory went to God.     

Have you considered that delays in your life can also glorify God? Or are you trying to help Him out in an attempt to get what you want more quickly? Waiting is difficult, but it’s the only way we learn patience, which is precious to the Lord. When you experience a delay, use it as an opportunity to build your trust in God and your confidence in His wisdom and perfect plan.

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Howard Tennis Prepares for First Road Test at Temple

 

Bison travel to the City of Brotherly Love

 

 

WASHINGTON (February 4, 2023) – Howard University men’s and women's tennis squads travel to Philadelphia for their first road test of the young season at Temple. Match time is scheduled for 5 p.m., at the University of Pennsylvania.

 

MATCHUP PREVIEW

 

HOWARD

 

On the men’s side, HU (0-1) looks to rebound after a tough 4-3 season opening setback against Saint Francis (Pa.) Thursday (Feb. 2).

 

Junior Justin Cadeau (West Orange, N.J.) and second-year Bison Marcel Dawson (Columbus, Ga.) serve as the squad’s top doubles team and singles players.

 

For the women, they will be competing for the first season this spring after seeing Thursday’s contest versus the Red Flash canceled.

 

Sophomore Jordan Grayson (Gaithersburg, Md.), 2022 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Player of the Year, and senior Hana ElSherif (Cairo, Egypt), 2022 All-MEAC First Team, led the way.

 

TEMPLE

 

Temple men have opened the spring season with road losses at VCU (Jan. 20), 5-2, and Yale (Jan. 29), 6-1.

 

This past fall, Marin Delmas advanced to the ITA Regional Championship Quarterfinals and had a 12-5 record as the team’s No. 1 singles player last year.

 

On the women’s side, they are looking to get back in the win column after suffering a 4-0 loss to West Virginia (Jan. 21). The day before (Jan. 20), the Owls defeated VCU, 4-2, on the road to open their 2023 spring campaign.

 

Sophomore Veronika Kulhava spearhead the Owls. Last year, she finished with an 18-5 record in singles play and 16-6 in doubles with four different partners.

 

LAST TIMEOUT

 

HU men came up short in its season opener versus Saint Francis (Pa.) at the Washington Tennis & Education Foundation's East Capitol Campus in Southeast D.C., 4-3.

 

Dawson set the tone for HU despite the loss, winning both his singles and doubles matches.

 

UPCOMING SCHEDULE

 

HU returns to The District Friday (Feb. 10) to face UDC. Match time is slated for 3:45 p.m., at the Washington Tennis & Education Foundation's East Capitol Campus in Southeast D.C.

 

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Are Vaccinations Good Parenting?

 This original article, written and published 13 years ago; gives us a chilling warning about what we are seeing with certain experimental medicines today.

Good parenting certainly does not include blindly subjecting yourself or children to what is in essence a massive experiment...

While shopping near the kids section of a clothing store last week, a brochure caught my eye. The front was adorned with a very large picture of a baby caught in wide-eyed surprise. The title read, "Whooping cough sounds scary. Promise me you'll get vaccinated."

As a father of 8, you can bet your britches I want to protect my kids' health. But here's what gets me. This brochure, purporting to be a helpful public health service, is published by Sanofi Pasteur - one of the largest vaccine manufacturers in the world. No conflict of interest there, right?

For those who haven't heard already, the DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis) shot has been linked to autism, SIDs, anaphylactic shock, and other forms of brain damage. Reports for decades showed significant risk for the traditional pertussis component of the shot. This new acellular version of the vaccine is supposed to be less dangerous for kids, yet the same kinds of reports keep coming in from the new vaccine. And we're supposed to make sure our kids get that shot starting at 2 months old?

Here's something to chew on. Japan simply postponed DPT vaccines until age 2 and nearly wiped out incidents of SIDs. And the autism rates among Amish families who refuse to vaccinate? Try nonexistent.

Granted, the vaccine brochure at the store was promoting booster shots for adults. In Sanofi Pasteur's case they manufacture a Tdap booster vaccine called Adacel®. Don't be confused, it's the same vaccine type with a different order of letters. Anyhow, outside of questionable effectiveness at raising immunity in the first place, there are significant risks for adults as well from vaccine ingredients.

For example, one of the adjuvants (additives used to increase the body's response to the vaccine) in Sanofi Pasteur's own version of the vaccine is aluminum phosphate. This aluminum salt builds up in your body and is associated with Alzheimers and many other neurological disorders. No wonder that America, with one of the world's most highly vaccinated populations at nearly 70 recommended doses of 16 vaccines by age 18, is also home to 25% of the world's cases of Alzheimers.

Another ingredient in their vaccine, along with many others, is formaldehyde. A known carcinogenic (causes cancer), formaldehyde was removed a few years ago from nail polish and is no longer permitted as an ingredient in building insulation. Those are external to the body. They removed formaldehyde due to safety concerns… and they want us to inject it directly into our bloodstream?

In the end, my response to Sanofi Pasteur's "public service" is a big no thanks. Good parenting certainly does not include blindly subjecting yourself or children to what is in essence a massive experiment with numerous reports of deaths and injuries. Take Sanofi Pasteur's advice literally and ask your doctor if the vaccine is right for you. But also do your homework outside of the "mainstream box" before allowing anyone to inject you or your children with the toxic substances found in virtually every vaccine. A good place to begin is at the National Vaccine Information Center.

So are there more natural ways to boost your immune system and stay healthy? You bet! Here are several I wholeheartedly endorse:

*  Avoid sugar, processed foods and trans fats
*  Add more garlic, turmeric, ginger and curries to your diet
*  Boost antioxidant levels with extra Vitamin C and drinking green and white teas
*  Maintain adequate Vitamin D3 levels through sunshine (if you live in south Florida or Hawaii) or supplements
*  Consume more Omega-3 fatty acids
*  Get a full eight hours sleep every night to stay strong and rested
*  Manage your stress levels – meditation, deep breathing, or hypnosis may help
*  Exercise regularly, at least 2-3 times every week

One final note to readers in the United States. If you decide to go ahead and immunize yourself or your child and experience any adverse side effect – even if your own doctor tries to convince you that it's not related to the vaccination – be sure to report it to the national Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System registry. Only by hard data will bureaucrats eventually be forced to recognize the significant risks of today's vaccines.

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Howard’s Wright, Relay Squad Close Out Weekend with Victories at the Doc Hale VT Elite

 

Bison put on another impressive show in Blacksburg

 

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BLACKSBURG, Va. (February 4, 2023) – Howard University men’s and women's track & field program closed out the weekend with a pair of victories at the Doc Hale VT Elite, hosted by Virginia Tech.

 

Both wins came on the women’s side, highlighted by 4x400 relay squad.

 

The team, consisting of All-American senior Jessica Wright (Durham, N.C.) and newcomers Kiya Lawson, Zoe Turner and Aniya Woodruff, won the event by edging out ACC foe Clemson (3:39.13).

 

Individually, the Tar Heel native placed first in the 200-meter dash with a 24.18 time. Second-year Bison Tiffani-Rae Pittman (Bowie, Md.) and junior sprinter Kaya-Rae Dunbar (Burtonsville, Md.) also competed where they finished fourth (24.28) and fifth (24.39), respectively.

 

Rookie Kelis Armstrong leaped nearly 38 feet (11.55 meters) in the women’s triple jump, earning 10^th overall.

 

In the two-day event, HU women won four races: 200-meter; 400-meter; 60-meter hurdles and 4x400 relay.

 

On the men’s side, seniors Ja’Leak Perry (Atlanta), Jermanie Byrd (Miami) and freshman Dylan Gaines took part in the 200-meter dash, claiming seventh (21.92), eighth (22.05) and ninth (22.09), respectively.

 

Sophomores Kyle Fisher and Sean Wray (Spotsylvania, Pa.) found success in the triple jump, placing fifth (14.77 meters; 48’5”) and eighth (14.35 meters; 47’1”), respectively.

 

On Feb 10-11, HU road trip continues with a pair of meets in Norfolk, Va. (Kenneth Giles Invitational) and Chicago (Windy City Invitational).

 

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Bowie State Hoops Bowie State Wins Rebound Battle in 62-59 Victory against Shaw

·        BOX SCORE

59

Shaw 13-11 (6-6 CIAA)

62

 Bowie State 6-18 (4-8 CIAA)

Score By Periods
Team	1	2	F
Shaw	30	29	59
Bowie State	28	34	62

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Elizabeth City State University

2/9/2023 | 7:30 PM

BOWIE, MD -- The Bowie State men's basketball team out-rebounded the Shaw Bears 32-26 on the way to a 62-59 victory at home Saturday afternoon inside A.C. Jordan Arena.

The Bulldogs (6-18, 4-8CIAA, 2-4 North) had three players score in double figures, led by sophomore Caleb Johnson, who had 16 points. Senior Quinton Drayton added 12 points and junior Joel Webb helped out with 10 points and seven rebounds.

The Bowie State defense held Shaw shooters to just 40-percent from the field. The Bears did not get many second opportunities on the offensive end, as they grabbed only nine offensive rebounds and scored 10 second chance points.

How It Happened
After falling behind 19-13, Bowie State went on a 5-0 run with 5:24 left in the first half to narrow its deficit to 19-18. The Bears answered back and added to its lead, leaving the Bulldogs down 30-28 entering halftime.

Shaw (13-11,4-8 CIAA, 2-4 North) kept widening its lead after intermission, constructing a 47-42 advantage before Bowie State went on a 6-0 run, finished off by freshman Warren Mouganda's layup, to seize a 48-47 lead with 10:10 to go in the contest. The Bulldogs kept expanding the margin and coasted the rest of the way for the 62-59 win. BSU took care of business in the paint, recording 18 of its 34 points in the lane.

Game Notes

» The Bulldogs held the Bears to only 40-percent shooting from the field.
» Bowie State had a 32-26 edge on the boards in the win.
» Johnson led the Bulldogs with a game-high 16 points.
» Bowie State got a team-high seven rebounds from Webb.

Up Next
Bowie State will host Elizabeth City State on Thursday, Feb. 9 at 7:30 p.m. for Military Appreciation and Class Pride Night.

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The Benefits of Drinking a Gallon of Water a Day

A person's hydration depends on a number of different factors, including their size as well as their activity level. Many professionals recommend that we drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water per day in order to stay hydrated which comes out to be around half a gallon.

However, others believe that we need more water than that and recommend that we instead drink a gallon of water per day.

The Importance of Drinking Water

To ensure that your body continues to perform at optimal levels, it is important that you stay hydrated. However, you also need to keep in mind that hydration needs are going to vary per person, so what is good for one may not be good enough for the next person. So, any recommendations may need to be adjusted.

With proper hydration, you will reap several health benefits, including:

• Enhanced Performance. When hydrated, you can effectively prevent fatigue, control your body temperature, and reduce stress during your workouts.
• Manage Weight. Drinking water also helps increase your satiety and improves your metabolic rate, which in turn helps you lose and manage your weight.
• Improve Brain Functions. With adequate hydration, you will have improved memory and cognitive abilities.
• Better Skin. With hydration also comes moisturized skin and increased skin elasticity.

Keeping Up with Hydration

If you want to strive to drink a gallon of water each day, you may quickly find that it is not an easy task to accomplish - at first. With too much water, you may begin to feel bloated, and you will also find that you are spending more time on bathroom breaks.

However, you will definitely not be dehydrated, and you may even sleep better at night, eat a healthier diet, have clearer skin, and tons more energy.

After a week or so of upping your water intake, you might also find yourself making better-snacking choices. Instead of reaching for the sweets, you might instead choose an apple or other fresh fruit and vegetables.

In the following weeks, you may feel thirsty, even though you have increased your water intake over the last several weeks.

How to Drink More Water

As you amp up to increase your water intake to a gallon each day, we have a few tips you can take along with you to make it easier to remember to stay hydrated.

• Morning Water. When you first wake up, start the day with a 16-ounce glass of water.
• Don't Skip the Coffee. You also don't have to feel the need to ditch your morning coffee. You can have a cup of coffee or tea and still hit your goal.
• Skip the Sugar. Try to refrain from adding sugar and other additives to your water. The extra sugar will just intensify your thirst later in the day.
• Following a healthy diet complete with smarter snacking options is also good for replenishing your electrolytes. Fruit, nuts, string cheese, tomatoes, and unsweetened Greek yogurt are all healthy snacking options and are ideal for after a workout.
• Sparkling Water. If you are finding it hard to completely ditch the soda and sugary and carbonated drinks to focus on water, then you can choose sparkling water over flat water. It will hydrate you just as well as regular water would.

Can You Drink Too Much Water?

Drinking a gallon of water per day is definitely achievable for some, but many others will find that it is just too much. If you aren't sure if you should be increasing your water intake, there are a few things you can watch for to help you decide.

For example, if you notice that your urine is a dark yellow color, then you may be dehydrated. You may also experience dry mouth, headaches, cracked lips, and even muscle cramps. All of these are signs that you should increase your water intake.

You should also avoid drinking too much water too fast. When you do this, your sodium levels may begin to drop, which is a condition known as hyponatremia. This can be a serious and sometimes fatal condition.

Listen to Your Body

The absolute best thing you can do is stop and just listen to your body. Let how you feel determine how much water you should be drinking each day.

Yes, there are general guidelines for how much water to drink per day, but you also have to base these guidelines on other factors, including your own needs.

Whether you drink a gallon of water a day or stick to your 8 glasses, staying hydrated has several benefits for your health and is something you will want to try to stay focused on rather than reaching for those sugary drinks.  Learn more........