Topic: Patient Education
Low Vitamin D in African Americans
African Americans Have Low Vitamin D Vitamin D is acquired through diet and skin exposure to ultraviolet B light. The skin's production of vitamin D is determined by length of exposure, latitude, season, and degree of skin pigmentation. African Americans…
AFRICAN AMERICANS FEAR MEDICATION SIDE EFFECTS
AFRICAN AMERICANS FEAR MEDICATION SIDE EFFECTS I had a patient come with a number of complaints related to joint pain. His chronic pain was causing him anxiety about his quality of life, and all of these concerns made him feel…
VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN) AND AFRICAN AMERICAN HEALTH
VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN) AND AFRICAN AMERICAN HEALTH Vitamin B2 (also known as riboflavin) improves memory and problem-solving. Vitamin B2 is essential for healthy brain function, as it helps the body produce mental energy. It also plays a role in the…
Probiotics and African American Health
Probiotics and African American Health Probiotics can offer numerous health benefits for African Americans, including supporting gut health and enhancing digestion. They may help in reducing the prevalence of digestive issues that are more common in this population. Additionally, probiotics…
Vitamin C Deficiency in African Americans
VITAMIN C My Black patients know they should get more vitamin C, but somehow they are not able to eat enough. Vitamin C is essential for overall health as it plays a crucial role in supporting the immune system, aiding…
Fish Oil Benefits for African Americans
Fish oil and African Americans There a lot of people taking fish oil capsules as a supplement on a daily basis. Where did that come from? Why is it important? It has been shown that people who eat more fish…
Apple Cider Vinegar and Black Health
Many of my Black patients report taking apple cider vinegar to treat almost anything! Unfortunately, it's not that simple and it doesn't cure everything. Apple cider vinegar has been touted for its potential health benefits. Some studies suggest that it…
Garlic and African American Health
My African American patients are always talking about taking garlic rather than starting blood pressure or cholesterol-lowering medications. But what is the truth about the benefits of garlic? And how much should you take? It is true that garlic health…
HbA1c Diabetes Test is Inaccurate in African Americans
If you have diabetes, there is no question your doctor has measured your hemeglobin-a-1-c (HbA1c). The HbA1c measures the average blood sugar level over the past three months. It provides valuable information about long-term blood sugar control and helps healthcare…
Salt Intolerance is Killing the Black Community: Understand Why
The biggest dietary message that I give to my patients is to decrease their consumption of salt in their diet in order to lower their blood pressure and, therefore, lower their chances of suffering a heart attack, stroke, kidney failure,…
