Afya Ibomu...
She's the woman who used to prepare all of Erkyah Badu's vegan meals on tour. She's the designer of the many crochet tams Common used to rock back in the day. She's the wife of stic.man of Dead Prez, and she's been with him before he busted out on the scene as a militant, conscious rapper, up until today when he's become a more mellow peace and love yoga, fitness, music kinda dude.
Essentially, Afya Ibomu is one of those foundation women. She's the backbone. She holds great things and great people together. She's that creative light energy that you may not see or know, but is there powerfully playing an unassumingly relevant role in the midst of great movements.
Don't get it twisted either, she's no joke when it comes to her own shit.
She has written four books, including Get Your Crochet On!, Vegan Soul Food Guide to the Galaxy, and her latest, Vegan Remix, which will be released early 2015. She's also a certified Holistic Nutritionist, Fitness Expert, Crochet Designer and the CEO of Nattral.com.
On the giving back, community-building front, Afya has always been active. She's the force behind the Drink Water Campaign, which both educates people about the health benefits of drinking water and provides funding for clean water sources in communities across Africa. So far the campaign's Malawi Project has installed two water pumps at an orphanage, and in 2015 the goal is to provide rain water irrigation systems to help build the center's farming practices. She also regularly hosts workshops for teenagers on health and self-esteem building.
To keep her own inner balance, Afya says she meditates daily, cleanses seasonally, and always indulges in family care and loving.
3 Tips for Health from Afya
DRINK WATER - "Water is like the electrical current in your body", Afya says. She says it's the basic ingredient of good health, and it not only makes for glowing skin, but it also helps you maintain a healthy weight. "Drink 64 ounces a day or half your body weight", she suggests.
REST - "Rest helps you to be clear in your thoughts and actions", Afya says, adding that when you sleep your body regenerates and heals. "Even if you're not getting eight hours of sleep per night, at least take naps."
EAT GREEN VEGGIES - "Eating green vegetables makes your body more alkaline, cleans you out, gives you energy and helps to keep you light."
Get more information on Afya's latest projects and books at www.nattral.com.
Photos courtesy of Afya Ibomu
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