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Brown + Healthy
Episode 18

Brown + Healthy

The Counter-Narrative Show

September 27, 202555m 32s

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Show Notes

Rasheem hosts a discussion on "Being Brown and Healthy" with guests Michelle Antoinette Nelson and Lynette Caban. Michelle, founder of Brown and Healthy, shares her journey from track athlete to health advocate, motivated by family losses. Lynette, director of wellness at Brown and Healthy and founder of La Fuerza Fitness, discusses her battle with lupus and the importance of fitness and nutrition. They emphasize the Health at Every Size movement, the impact of culture on food habits, and the significance of hydration, recommending half one's body weight in ounces of water daily. They also highlight upcoming events and initiatives, including a fundraiser and fitness challenges.

Topics

Brown and HealthyMichelle Antoinette NelsonLynette CabanLa Fuerza Fitnesshealth and wellnessbody imagechildhood obesityjuicinghydrationphysical activitymental well-beingcultural impactnutritionfitness challengescommunity engagement.