HIV still impacts the lives of many people within our community. Nutrition plays a crucial role in managing HIV as it directly impacts the immune system and overall health. Adequate nutrition helps maintain a healthy weight...
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GoFundMe Campaigns and Healthcare Costs
In a Health Affairs study, Lisa, a 45-year-old Black American home health aide, did not have health insurance due to her job’s lack of benefits. Despite working full-time, she couldn’t afford private insurance. With...
Caregiver-Driven Healthy Nutrition in Black Senior Care
A popular bon mot said, “You are what you eat”. That means a lot more consideration should go into a plate of food than just the taste and aroma. The importance of taking the right amount of nutrients daily becomes more...
Reality Check: 10 Malnutrition Myths Within Black Communities
Malnutrition remains a critical issue impacting communities worldwide, and within the Black community, addressing these challenges requires a nuanced understanding. Here are ten common myths about malnutrition specifically within...
Why Good Nutrition Is Important to Black Seniors
Human bodies are like finely tuned engines that need fuel (in this case, good food) to keep running and producing optimal results. So, this Nutrition Awareness Month, it is important for Black seniors to prioritize good nutrition...
Teen Health: Nutrition and Extracurricular Activities
We are in March, National Nutrition Month, when conversations about eating well and how it relates to physical and mental fitness take center stage. But this is also a great time to pay attention to the health and well-being of...
Malnutrition in Black Pregnant Women
Optimal nutrition is essential during all stages of pregnancy. It improves fetal growth and childbirth outcomes. Unfortunately, malnutrition in Black pregnant women is a major public health concern. Many Black women struggle with...
March Health: Nutrition Awareness Month
Nutrition Awareness Month serves as a crucial platform for promoting and fostering healthy eating habits within various communities. In particular, the Black community faces unique challenges related to nutrition and health...
How to Detect and Prevent Abuse From Caregivers
Abuse of seniors can come in different forms and from anyone. While it is rarely expected that abuse of a senior should come from a family member, studies have shown that is where it often comes from. Therefore, it is important...
How Spirituality Affects Mental Health
In the context of mental health within the Black community, spirituality serves as a major source of support. Culturally, we are rooted in a diverse culture with religious traditions. Our spirituality provides us with a sense of...