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The truth about watermelon: a look at the most controversial fruit in the Black community

By Reginald Williams, Special to the AFRO According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, water makes up 92 percent of

Are Watermelon Seeds Safe to Eat?

Myths abound when it comes to watermelon seeds. Are white seeds really safer to eat than black seeds? Is it best to stic

26 Watermelon Varieties You Didn't Know Existed

If you've lived your life only eating classic striped watermelons with red flesh, you've been missing out on so many var

Dazzle on a Dime: 12 French Tip Nail Designs That Are Easy To Do At Home

Everything old is new again! And nothing proves it more than the way one of the most classic nail trends keeps getting m

Remember when all those politicians chomped Hope watermelon in the rain?

Office seekers in Arkansas dodge and weave through a gantlet of potentially embarrassing Kodak moments. Already a subscr

Watermelon Magic

The majestic oblong fruit with its green rind and bright red juicy flesh freckled with black seeds could be considered t

Toastique Launches New Be Well Juice Cleanses Direct to Consumers

The new product line includes seven unique cleanses, featuring all the juices available in Toastique stores, as well as

30 Easy Cocktail Recipes For Labor Day Weekend

. I don’t know about you but in my mind there’s nothing sweeter than the last few weeks of summer: The days are warm but

Summery Watermelon Sangria Recipe

When thinking of sangria, it's typical to think of the traditional Spanish sangria made with red wine and citrus. While

Asian grocery stores are packed with great fruits you might never have tried. Here’s what you’re missing.

Wander around an Asian grocery store and you’ll see fruits you’ve likely never seen before. Magenta-colored dragon fruit

Philly's Black Farmers Market continues to grow

On Saturday, pears, figs, tomatoes, watermelon, potted plants, and even jerk chicken filled up one corner of Southwest P