Topic: Diet & Nutrition
Vitamin K2, Vitamin D3, and Black Health: Why One-Size-Fits-All Supplement Advice Doesn’t Work
If you’ve spent any time online lately, you’ve probably seen someone promoting vitamin K2—usually alongside vitamin D3. Influencers call it the “missing link” for bone health. Supplement companies say it protects your heart. Some even claim everyone should be taking…
The Blood Type Diet: Is It Really “Precision Nutrition” for Us?
My patients often ask me what their blood type is. From my perspective, we only check this before surgery in case a transfusion is needed. Why do they ask? It’s usually a supplement they saw on social media or the…
New Year’s Resolutions For Black Health: Give Your Family the Information it Needs
Every year people across the country think of the new year as a new beginning, particularly for their health. Many of my patients take the same approach. “I'll stop smoking at the beginning of the year,” or “I'm going to…
Vanadium and African American Health
Health Benefits of Vanadium Supplementing with vanadium has been studied for its health benefits, especially in regulating blood sugar levels, particularly in diabetes. People with diabetes may benefit from vanadium because it mimics insulin and improves glucose metabolism. In addition…
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…
