March is Women’s History Month and Black women make up almost 50% of new HIV cases. Tune in to this discussion between Black Health Lit host Rachel ‘Rae’ Crowder and Dr. Maranda Ward who’s on a mission to raise awareness on HIV infections in the Black community. Let's Connect: IG: @blackhealthlit Twitter: @blackhealthlit Website(s): Black Health Lit site Maranda Ward site Two in One Resource Links: Find a FREE HIV Testing Site ..read more

March is Women’s History Month and Black women make up almost 50% of new HIV cases. Tune in to this discussion between Black Health Lit host Rachel ‘Rae’ Crowder and Dr. Maranda Ward who’s on a mission to raise awareness on HIV infections in the Black community. Let's Connect: IG: @blackhealthlit Twitter: @blackhealthlit Website(s): Black Health Lit site Maranda Ward site Two in One Resource Links: Find a FREE HIV Testing Site ..read more

Tune in to the “Bad & Bougie is Killing Us: Breast Cancer Edition” episode! You’ll learn about some of the common products that are marketed to Black women and are also linked to Breast Cancer. Let's Connect: IG: @blackhealthlit Twitter: @blackhealthlit Website(s): www.blackhealthlit.org Resource Links: Black Women and Breast Cancer: Why Disparities Persist and How to End Them African American Women and Breast Cancer The BLACK HEALTH LIT  website, podcast, and blog are provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice. The inform ..read more

Tune in to the “If You're Tired, Be Quiet and Go to Sleep” episode! You’ll learn how our sleep habits impact our heart health, diabetes risk, and weight gain. Let's Connect: IG: @blackhealthlit Twitter: @blackhealthlit Website(s): www.blackhealthlit.org Resource Links: The BLACK HEALTH LIT  website, podcast, and blog are provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a l ..read more

On the “Vegan & Fit” episode host Rachel ‘Rae’ Crowder had a conversation with Randi Franklin who is an expert in veganism and fitness. We talked about the traditional American diet, how plants can give us life, and what it means to truly be a healthy vegan. Randi is originally from Toledo, OH, and currently lives in Indianapolis, IN with her husband Chad and puppy Lee. She graduated from Bowling Green State University with a degree in broadcast journalism and from The University of Toledo with an MBA in marketing management and international business. In 2021, Randi left her career as a d ..read more

June is Men’s Health Month so I talked directly to my brothers about Primary Care Doctors on the "Dear Black Men" episode. I covered what is a PCP, how can they help you, and how to find them. ⁠ Let's Connect: IG: @blackhealthlit Twitter: @blackhealthlit Website(s): www.blackhealthlit.org Resource Links: Health Screenings Schedule The Importance of Having a Primary Care Doctor ..read more

On this episode I have a conversation with Dr. Beverly Sheppard who is the Department Chair of Pediatrics at Advantage Care Physicians. We discussed the impact of pediatrics in the African American community and how Black History starts with caring for our children. As head of pediatrics at AdvantageCare Physicians, Dr. Sheppard oversees the care of more than 50,000 children in the NYC area. She manages 40+ pediatricians and their staff throughout New York and puts into practice her strong commitment to family-centric healthcare, especially in communities of color. With nearly 40 years in the ..read more

April is Minority Health Month! On the episode is titled “Stress Inside & Out”. I had a discussion with Sinclair Walker who is a certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner who helps women lose weight, heal their metabolism, and learn how to listen to their bodies. On this episode we talked about how to be better in tune with your body so that you can recognize and better manage those stressful moments in life. Tune in to learn what you can do for just 5 minutes a day to lower your stress level. Let's Connect: IG: @blackhealthlit @theeehealthnerd Twitter: @blackhealthlit Websit ..read more

April is National Minority Health Month and the BLACK HEALTH LIT podcast is back from break. We’re kicking off this month with a discussion on Happiness. We spend a lot of time talking about depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges, but we don’t spend enough time talking about happiness. On the "Happy & Whole '' episode I had a discussion with Sasha Nicole who teaches women how to feel more confident and courageous through various courses, motivational videos, coaching, and keynote speeches. She has been a mental health advocate in the wellness industry for over ten years an ..read more

Did you know that Bob Marley was just 36 years old when he died from an aggressive form of melanoma that primarily affects people of color. It’s a sad fact that Black people have the lowest survival rates for melanoma of any racial group in the U.S. The disease is more likely to be detected at a later stage, when it is much harder to treat. On this episode I had an informative conversation with Charmaine Cooper AKA The Skin Theologian. She is the author of The No Compromise Black Skin Care Guide: The Truth About Caring For Darker Skin. We talked about colorism, how Black doesn’t crack, and com ..read more