Hi 👋🏾, I’m Tomesha!

I’m a health writer, educator, and coach. I’m also the founder of Enhance Black Women’s Health, a community-driven platform for advocates and professionals who want to improve health outcomes for Black women with care that actually reflects real life.

Whether I’m writing a newsletter, supporting a client, or leading a training session, my mission is to help people build flexible, culturally relevant wellness routines that support their energy, manage symptoms, and feel sustainable long-term.

Real talk, I started EBWH because I got tired of watching Black women—myself included—be dismissed, misdiagnosed, or handed advice that didn’t reflect our culture, needs, or lived experiences.

That’s also why I created Simply Nourished Health Coaching, my signature 3-month 1:1 coaching program designed to help you plan meals that feel good to follow, without cutting out everything you love. This program is for people managing inflammation, fatigue, and burnout and are ready for a sustainable path that doesn’t rely on restriction.

Who I Work With

I work with advocates, educators, and individuals who want to:

• Break down health barriers and build wellness routines that stick

• Improve nutrition without guilt, confusion, or diet culture

• Support Black women and marginalized communities with practical, culturally grounded solutions

• Take action rooted in care, not shame, burnout, or hustle

And I help them:

• Create flexible meal routines that fit real life

• Feel confident in their ability to nourish their bodies

• Reclaim energy through personalized nutrition, not one-size-fits-all plans

Why This Work Matters to Me

I’ve lived what I teach.

After being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and Sjögren’s syndrome, I followed all the “clean eating” rules. I gave up the foods I loved, pushed through the pain, and still didn’t feel better. It took years of unlearning and deep listening to my body to finally understand that wellness isn’t about doing more, but doing what actually works for you.

Now, I help others ditch the shame spiral and start with a strong, nourishing foundation that includes cultural foods, energy needs, and real life.

AI Use Policy

Let’s take a minute to chat about tech for a second. I use AI tools (like ChatGPT) to support my writing, especially for idea generation, research, and editing. My content might’ve been more “well-seasoned” with AI in the early days. However, today, my writing is more “lightly seasoned,” like a dash of garlic powder on roasted veggies. It’s just enough to enhance the flavor, but never there to replace the chef.

Every word you read here has passed through my lived experience, ethical lens, and commitment to care. AI may assist in organizing ideas or catching typos, but my values, voice, and mission always come first.

When I’m Not Coaching or Writing...

You’ll find me walking the trails with my sweet senior pup Penny Deena (aka the goodest girl), curled up with a book or true crime doc, or trying out recipes that honor my Southern roots and support my nutrition goals.

I’m also a Marine Corps veteran, a current Master Health Coach-in-training through Precision Nutrition, and a loud and proud advocate for equitable healthcare access.

A Few Fun Facts

• I once ran the Chicago Marathon to prove I could do it with an autoimmune disease.

• I’m a sucker for organizing digital files. It’s my way of creating calm in chaos.

• I have a separate Substack just for my House of the Dragon weekly recaps (I'm still waiting for the next season to drop on HBO 👀).

• I’ve explored 5 of our 7 continents and plan for Antarctica to be my next!

• My favorite self-care ritual is a hot cup of tea, a fuzzy blanket, and no notifications.

Let’s Stay Connected

If you’re ready to create a nourishing routine that supports your energy without sacrificing the foods (or life) you love, join US!