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samuel antwi-boasiako
Great African Misconceptions on Weight Gain, Avoiding Hypertension
Most Africans think the following when it comes to weight gain: It is a sign of good health and wealth It is a blessing from God When you have a large stature, you are taken more seriously Pot bellies, called the “Sikafuo,” signify wealth In fact, Ghanaians call “big” people “tintin gramo” or “okesea,” meaning…
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How I Gained 50 Pounds in 12 Years…The Story of a Young African Man in America
Like most African men, I came to America as a skinny 160-pound dark-skinned young man full...
