Better Black Health
By: Gregory L. Hall, MD
Language: en
Categories: Health, Fitness, Medicine
Greg Hall, MD, an author and nationally known expert in African American health, hosts a blog on health and wellness issues that will lead to "Better Black Health." Get vital information that is designed to improve the longevity of Black America. From nutrition to daily stress, Dr. Hall discusses issues you and your family need to know.This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should...
Episodes
Longevity and Fitness with Expert Akil Marshall
Jan 09, 2026Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Akil Marshall, a nationally recognized leader and innovator in arts education, culturally responsive teaching, and social-emotional learning, with many years of experience in the education field. He is the author of five books, with his most recent being "Winning In America: The High 5 Model for American Education." He played professional football and served as the first strength and fitness coach for the NBA. Additionally, he was the first African-American male to host an exercise and fitness television show in the United States. Akil has received numerous awards, including the 2006 Dr.. Martin Luther Kin...
Duration: 00:32:43Healthy Approaches to Mental Health with Host Julia Marshall
Dec 26, 2025Dr. Greg Hall is interviewed by guest host Julia Marshall about the Better Black Health book that was just released. They discuss mental health issues and a healthy approach for everyone. This book should be in EVERY Black family's library.
Each episode of Better Black Health is sponsored by GNetX Sequence Multivitamins for African Americans and the Better Black Health book, which addresses many of the healthcare disparities faced by the Black community.
Why We Need a Better Black Health Book with Host Julia Marshall
Dec 20, 2025Dr. Greg Hall is interviewed by guest host Julia Marshall about the Better Black Health book that was just released. They discuss the inspiration and why the book should be in EVERY Black family's library.
Each episode of Better Black Health is sponsored by GNetX Sequence Multivitamins for African Americans and the Better Black Health book, which addresses many of the healthcare disparities faced by the Black community.
"The Question is the Medicine" with Dr. Tim Goler
Dec 05, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes back Dr. Tim Goler, a sociologist, educator, and public scholar whose work examines how structural racism, intergenerational stress, and life course challenges impact the mental and emotional health of Black communities. He grew up in Cleveland, attended Cleveland Public Schools, and earned degrees from Cleveland State University and Case Western Reserve University. A former Marine, Dr. Goler now teaches Sociology and Urban Affairs and directs research at the Center for African American Public Policy at Norfolk State University. His work connects academic research with community practices, focusing on mental clarity, self-determination, and...
Duration: 00:38:00What are Micronutrients and Why Are They Important?
Nov 20, 2025Dr. Greg Hall discussed micronutrients which a recent study showed the Blacks have the highest deficiencies overall. Micronutrients are vitamins and minerals that our bodies require in small amounts to function optimally. They play crucial roles in energy production, immune system support, bone health, and the regulation of numerous physiological processes, including blood pressure and blood sugar control. Without adequate intake of micronutrients, individuals may experience deficiencies that can lead to various health problems
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Our Genetics Are the Key to Our Health: Dr. Constance Hilliard Returns
Nov 07, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes back Constance B. Hilliard, PhD. She is best known for her groundbreaking research in this area, which combines environmental health and genomics. After earning a B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. from Harvard University, she started her academic journey as an African historian, analyzing ancient handwritten manuscripts from Timbuktu and other regions in Africa. She soon recognized that this detailed understanding of the ecological niche in which the ancestors of Black Americans were genetically adapted provided valuable insights into their vulnerability to diseases such as hypertension, kidney failure, certain cancers, and c...
Duration: 00:47:21Is Home-Schooling Right for Your Family? We Talk to Expert Chris Linder
Oct 25, 2025Dr. Greg Hall welcomes former radio broadcaster and educational technology consultant Chris Linder combines international teaching experience with digital innovation to challenge America's fundamentally broken education system. After witnessing parents struggle during COVID, he developed the Homeschool Remix Framework, empowering diverse families with hybrid learning solutions that put educational choice directly back in parents' hands.
Website: https://homeschoolremix.com/
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Music, Health and a Personal Renaissance with Musician Producer Jastin Artis
Oct 17, 2025Jastin Artis is a gold-platinum streaming-certified artist, producer, engineer, and A&R (artist & repertoire) based in the Washington DC Metro Area, known for his genre-blending style called “Hip-Hop Renaissance”—a fusion of Hip-Hop, Gospel, and Spoken Word built on soulful guitar work. With over two decades of progressive music industry experience, he bridges creative artistry and executive strategy, helping both himself and other artists grow through personal and business development. As a self-taught musician, Jastin started as a songwriter and guitarist before evolving into production, engineering, and eventually performing as an artist. His journey was sparked by a gifted guitar and ea...
Duration: 00:38:54Say No to the Himalayan Pink Salt Diet
Oct 04, 2025Pink Himalayan salt has garnered widespread popularity in recent years, often promoted as a natural, mineral-rich alternative to regular table salt, but now there are reports of dramatic weight loss among the stars including Oprah and others, this is NOT true. Dr. Hall reviews the report and explains the dangers of too much salt.
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How Psychotherapy Helps with Counselor D'Shawn Harris
Sep 26, 2025Better Black Health welcomes D’Shawn Harris, a mental health psychotherapist and the founder of Safe Haven Therapy Services, where he offers compassionate, culturally aware care to individuals, couples, and families. D’Shawn holds a Master’s degree in Education with a focus on Counseling, is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), and is board-certified as a National Certified Counselor. With over a decade of experience, D’Shawn has become a trusted figure in the mental health field, specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and personal development. Outside of his clinical work, he is deeply engaged in advocacy, using his voic...
Duration: 00:29:35Improving Your Family's Nutrition with Vanessa Rissetto
Sep 17, 2025Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Vanessa Rissetto, a registered dietitian, CEO, and Co-founder of Culina Health, a pioneering clinical nutrition care company founded in 2020. Before starting this venture, she served as the Director of Dietetic Internships at New York University, where she managed clinical nutrition treatment for a diverse patient population and mentored early-career dietitians — many of whom now work at Culina Health. Before switching careers to become a registered dietitian, Vanessa earned a bachelor’s degree in history from Fordham University and a master’s degree in marketing from NYU. Under Vanessa’s leadership, Culina Health has secured $13 million in venture...
Duration: 00:28:36Prepare to Live a Long Life! We Talk Eldercare with Expert Princella Seymour
Aug 29, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Princella Seymour, “America’s Solutionist for the Aging Community,” has spent three decades helping Black families navigate elder care. She has firsthand insights into issues affecting our seniors that also impact every generation. As a national advocate and current CEO of Complete Elder Solutions, she is a trusted source for practical strategies—whether it’s paying for long-term care, protecting seniors from scams, or making tough choices about aging in place versus assisted living. Princella is also dedicated to helping families prepare for emotionally difficult conversations. She’s an expert at guiding others in up...
Duration: 00:32:27"To UnMake a People" with Dr. Tim Goler
Aug 21, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes back Dr. Tim Goler. They continue to discuss Black generational issues that effect our overall health. This time, we cover how we can un-make what we have become as a community. Dr. Tim Goler is a sociologist, educator, and public scholar whose work explores how structural racism, intergenerational stress, and life course challenges shape the mental and emotional well-being of Black communities. He grew up in Cleveland, attended Cleveland Public Schools, and went on to earn degrees from both Cleveland State University and Case Western Reserve University. A veteran of the United S...
Duration: 00:31:40Happiness is FREE! Learn where to find it with Author Eunice Atuejide
Aug 15, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Eunice Atuejide, a transformational laser coach, multi-jurisdictional lawyer, public speaker, and politician who once ran for the Presidency of Nigeria. She wrote a book that guides high achievers to find authentic happiness and fulfillment without the need for external validation. In "Happiness Is Free!!!", Eunice Atuejide challenges the relentless pursuit of external success and invites you to discover the true essence of fulfillment. This isn't just another self-help book; it's a transformative guide that encourages you to live authentically and unapologetically, without compromising your ambitions. Through personal anecdotes, profound insights, and life-changing s...
Duration: 00:21:33How the Banning of “Boots on the Ground” Line Dance Impacts Health and Self-Esteem with Dr. Tim Goler
Jul 29, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes back Dr. Tim Goler to discuss why are they banning "Boots on the Ground?" Is there a deeper meaning? How does something as simple as this effect our health? Dr. Tim Goler is a sociologist, educator, and public scholar whose work explores how structural racism, intergenerational stress, and life course challenges shape the mental and emotional well-being of Black communities. He grew up in Cleveland, attended Cleveland Public Schools, and went on to earn degrees from both Cleveland State University and Case Western Reserve University. A veteran of the United States Marine...
Duration: 00:33:15Dealing with Life Traumas? Dr. Shelbi Bradley Has Great Mental Wellness Advice!
Jul 18, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Dr. Shelbi Bradley. Dr. Shelbi Bradley is a licensed professional counselor in Mississippi and the owner of Powerful Minds Counseling, which provides individual, family, and group counseling that promotes overall mental and emotional health. She earned her doctorate in professional counseling from Mississippi College and holds a master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling from William Carey University as well as a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Southern Mississippi. Dr. Bradley specializes in depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, and life adjustment disorders.
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Are You Navigating Life in the Best Way Possible? Ask Life Coach Ed Bradley
Jul 11, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Coach Ed Bradley. With over 20 years of experience in coaching, education, and leadership, Coach Ed Bradley empowers students and adults to embrace change, find direction, and reach their full potential. From the basketball court to the classroom, and now as a Transitional Life Coach, Ed is known for his ability to deeply connect, uplift, and guide others through life’s biggest transitions. He works with high school students preparing for the real world, as well as adults navigating career shifts and personal reinvention. Through empathy, structure, and values-based coaching, Coach Ed provides to...
Duration: 00:33:02Building Multigenerational Family Wealth with Dr. LaTonya White
Jul 03, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Dr. LaTanya White, a pioneering researcher, award-winning entrepreneur, and creator of Dynastic Wealth—a transformative, research-based framework for Black and brown families in their first generation of building wealth. With over ten years of experience as an entrepreneurship educator and six years of in-depth research into wealth distribution in America, Dr. White has helped more than 10,000 Black entrepreneurs start their journey toward economic mobility. Her clients turn to her when they are ready to stop being the family ATM and to ease financial stress that pulls their family apart. Through her wealth li...
Duration: 00:31:09Group Therapy Online on the MentalHappy Platform Could Be Right for You
Jun 25, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Tamar Blue, founder and CEO of MentalHappy, a Y Combinator-backed, HIPAA-compliant platform that empowers healthcare professionals, survivors, and advocates to create and lead expert-led support groups. With over 15 years of experience advocating for group-based care and emotional wellness, Tamar aims to make emotional support a standard and essential part of every healthcare journey—not an afterthought. Through MentalHappy, she helps reimagine how we care for people by integrating emotional well-being into the core of health and healing.
Main Website: https://www.mentalhappy.com
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Improve Your Health With This App: bEHR Health. We Talk to it's CEO Kwame Terra
Jun 11, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Kwame Terra who is a health tech entrepreneur, public health advocate, and founder of bEHR Health. He recently made history by walking over 2 million steps in 30 days to raise awareness for community-driven health solutions. Rooted in New Orleans and powered by purpose, Kwame is building a future where the health of Black communities is informed, inspired, and self-directed.
Instagram: @kwameterra@behrhealth
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More Medicine & the Black Mind with Dr. Tim Goler (Part 2)
May 23, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes back Dr. Tim Goler. They continue to discuss Black generational issues that effect our overall health. Dr. Tim Goler is a sociologist, educator, and public scholar whose work explores how structural racism, intergenerational stress, and life course challenges shape the mental and emotional well-being of Black communities. He grew up in Cleveland, attended Cleveland Public Schools, and went on to earn degrees from both Cleveland State University and Case Western Reserve University. A veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Dr. Goler now serves as Professor of Sociology and Urban Affairs and D...
Duration: 00:32:44Learn to "EAT WELL" with Dietitians Ashley Carter & Jasmine Westbrooks-Figaro
May 09, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Ashley Carter and Jasmine Westbrooks-Figaro, two brilliant Black women who launched EatWell Exchange, an organization that works to decrease health disparities in low-socioeconomic communities while keeping culturally relevant foods on the table. The ladies aimed to dispel myths about nutrition in the Black community and empower lower socioeconomic communities with the access, knowledge, and confidence they need to eat a nutritious diet within their own food culture. Only 2.7 percent of dietitians identify as Black. Despite this, Ashley and Jasmine have conducted hands-on food demonstrations for over 10,000 people to showcase foods from various...
Duration: 00:32:16They Are Not Treating Our Pain! Dr. Staja "Star" Booker Explains Why And What We Can Do
May 01, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Staja ‘Star’ Booker, PhD, RN who is an assistant professor at the University of Florida. She is well-known for her research on disparities, injustices and health equity in the field of pain. Dr. Booker’s research has shed light on the lived experiences of older African Americans in chronic pain. She has been the recipient of several awards, including the 2020 American Society of Pain Management Nursing Excellence Award, the Claudia J. Beverly Innovation Award, and the 2018 Great 100 Nurses of Louisiana. “Star” is active in several organizations, and serves on the Board of Directors...
Duration: 00:32:50Medicine & the Black Mind with Dr. Tim Goler
Apr 18, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Dr. Tim Goler. What happens when medicine meets the mental, emotional, and spiritual realities of the Black experience?
Dr. Tim Goler is a sociologist, educator, and public scholar whose work explores how structural racism, intergenerational stress, and life course challenges shape the mental and emotional well-being of Black communities. He grew up in Cleveland, attended Cleveland Public Schools, and went on to earn degrees from both Cleveland State University and Case Western Reserve University. A veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Dr. Goler now serves as Professor of Sociology and...
Better Black Relationships with Counselor Dorian Mahulawde
Apr 03, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Dorian Mahulawde (pronounced Ma-Ho-La-Weh-Deh) who is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a Supervision Designation (LPCC-S) based in Cleveland, Ohio. His experiences in Jamaica and Cleveland have fueled his commitment to mental health advocacy. Dorian earned a degree in Sociology and Criminology from the University of Akron and initially worked as a career counselor and associate teacher-counselor before obtaining his master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from South University. After earning his degree, he sees clients in private practice, working with adolescents, adults, and couples. Dorian also operates a private therapy practice sp...
Duration: 00:38:39Dandruff, Acne, Scarring, and More! with Dermatologist Heather Woolery Lloyd
Mar 26, 2025Let's talk about dandruff and Black skin with a Black dermatologist! Dr. Heather Woolery-Lloyd is a board-certified dermatologist and is also board-certified in Lifestyle Medicine. She is an internationally recognized dermatology and wellness expert and has been featured in various publications including Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times. She founded DermFriends, a platform that provides a reliable source of skin care education and expert recommendations for common skin, hair, and nail issues. Dr. Woolery-Lloyd practices dermatology in private practice and an academic setting where she is Director of the Skin of Color Division for the University o...
Duration: 00:29:29Sherece Brown Releases a Plant-Based Children's Multivitamin
Mar 21, 2025Sherece Brown, the visionary founder of “Dr. Pabs Pineapple is a Berry”, has always been passionate about health and wellness. Born to Jamaican immigrant parents, Sherece’s journey is a testament to hard work, resilience, and a deep commitment to making a positive impact on the world. Sherece graduated from Howard University with a degree in hand, she embarked on a successful 16-year career in corporate America. However, her passion for health and her desire to create something meaningful led her to a new path. Driven by her personal experiences and a strong belief in the power of nutrition, Sherece founded...
Duration: 00:19:30National Institute for African American Health
Feb 23, 2025Pastor and radio personality Mark Ribbins interviews Dr. Greg Hall about the non-profit he established to improve Black health. The National Institute for African American Health (NIAAH, a non-profit and 501c3) has the central goal of improving the health of African Americans. Institute initiatives include establishing a central venue for matters related to the health, research, and associated medical issues for African Americans while improving healthcare delivery by emphasizing study-driven best practices (NIAAH Certification), patient-centered care, and cultural competence specific to our community. NIAAH bolsters the African American medical workforce by providing academic support services to African American pre-medical and...
Duration: 00:29:10Your Brain's Secret Superpower with Neurologist Dr. Philippe Douyon
Feb 08, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Dr. Philippe Douyon who is a Board Certified Neurologist who completed his residency in Neurology at New York University and fellowship at New York Presbyterian-Cornell in Clinical Neurophysiology. He’s spent the last several years caring for people with neurological disorders, with a special emphasis on people with a history of epilepsy, seizures, and non-epileptic events.
After spending years witnessing the terrible effects of neurological disorders, Dr. Douyon realized that there were better ways to serve people and prevent the decline of brain health while supporting total body health.
Aut...
Everyday Risks Associated with Breast Cancer: A Cancer Survivor's Story
Jan 21, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Juliana Hastings, an investment manager, but more importantly, a breast cancer survivor who says her life has been transformed after a breast cancer diagnosis, and she is now an advocate for health. She wrote a book titled “I'll Have A Double,” which helps to educate women on the relationship between alcohol and other everyday habits and breast cancer. Here's her story . . .
Find her book " I'll Have a Double: What Every Woman Needs to Know About Alcohol and Breast Cancer” on Amazon HERE
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Natural Alternative Approaches to Health: "BioHacking"
Jan 11, 2025Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Sandy Martin, founder and CEO of the Biohacker Expo in Miami Florida. She is on a mission to improve the health of all Americans by exposing them to the various options outside of conventional medicine that can make a difference in their life. And she doesn’t just talk about health—she fought for hers. After spending $97,000 in the first year recovering from a brain injury caused by mold, she learned the hard way that most alternative approaches to healing, what she calls “BioHacks,” cost next to nothing. Trying grounding for health and watchi...
Duration: 00:42:24New Year's Resolutions: Lose Weight & Lower My Diabetes Risk Without Medicine
Dec 21, 2024Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Igor Klibanov, the author of the Amazon bestselling book, “Type 2 Diabetes Reversal Secrets.” He's been a personal trainer since 2006, and in 2010, he founded Fitness Solutions Plus - an online personal training company specializing in type 2 diabetes reversal. He is one of the most sought-after wellness speakers in Canada, having delivered over 400 speaking engagements to some of North America's largest corporations, like Allstate Insurance, Sunlife Insurance, American Express, IBM, Qualcomm, and others.
You can find him on igorklibanov.com
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Speaking and Living Your Truth with Author Lindsey Van Wagner
Dec 10, 2024Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Lindsey Van Wagner, author, speaker, instructor, and wellness advocate from the Washington, DC area, known for empowering clients to live with intention and purpose. Drawing from a deep understanding of transformative change, psychological well-being, and her own journey through personal challenges and healing of the mind, body, and soul. She wrote the book “Spirit Vigilante: Telling My Truth to Help You Live Yours”
Website: TheSpiritVigilante.com
Follow on Instagram: @spiritvigilante
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Can Bioenergy Heal Your Health Problems? An Expert Says Yes
Oct 20, 2024Better Black Health welcomes bioenergy healer Csongor Daniel one of the first officially recognized bioenergy healers in the former Yugoslavia, trained by the legendary Zdenko Domancic. While his teacher has healed more than a million people, Csongor would like to teach a million how to become healers themselves. In the U.S. since 1991, he has become an internationally known healer and lecturer and the first honorary president of the International Biotherapy Association which was based in the UK. Csongor’s lectures and his internationally sold book: Biotherapy: A Healing for the 21st Century added for continuing educati...
Duration: 00:41:26Affirmative Action REVERSED and Equity Initiatives are Next
Oct 12, 2024Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Dr. Tanisha King, author, international speaker, and consultant, as well as a three-time alumna of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Dr. King currently serves as the Chief Inclusion Officer for the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine at Ohio University, where she is also an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Social Medicine. Additionally, she is an Adjunct Professor at Southern New Hampshire University, teaching a Ph.D. level social change course. Previously, Dr. King taught at the undergraduate and graduate levels at the University of Illinois and Fordham University and served...
Duration: 00:35:39Erection Problems in African American Men and Solutions
Jul 27, 2024Dr. Greg Hall goes over erection problems in African American men. It's hard to discuss but many of the solutions are easy to implement. It comes dow to our OVERALL health.
The article with more specifics is on DrGregHall.com HERE: https://drgreghall.com/erection-problems-in-african-american-men-and-solutions/
We go over the causes and many solutions!
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Spine Surgeon Antonio Webb Talks About Back Pain, Surgery Options, and Rehab
Jul 05, 2024Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Dr. Antonio Webb, a board-certified and fellowship-trained Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, author, and keynote speaker based in San Antonio, Texas. Before attending medical school, Dr. Webb spent 8 years in the US Air Force, including a deployment north of Baghdad, Iraq in 2005 as a medic. Following his military career, Dr. Webb attended college at UTSA, medical school at Georgetown University, and an Orthopedic Surgery Residency at UT San Antonio. He then went on to complete a Spine Surgery fellowship at the Texas Back Institute. Dr. Webb’s medical training also took him to various par...
Duration: 00:21:56Our Genetics: Professor Constance Hilliard Explains Health Disparities, Salt, & Cancer Risks
Jun 21, 2024Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Constance B. Hilliard, PhD. This Harvard-trained professor of African history may have found the elusive reason for many of the health disparities we see in the US. She explains salt sensitivity, kidney problems, cancer risks and so much more. Hilliard is a professor of African Evolutionary History at the University of North Texas. She is best known for her pioneering research in this field, which lies at the intersection of environmental health and genomics. Having received a B.A., M.A. and Ph.D. from Harvard University, she began her academic career as a...
Duration: 00:40:36Black Doctors Are Underpaid Too: Let's Get Help From Ethan Nkana, JD, MBA
Jun 15, 2024You probably don't get paid what you deserve. This episode will provide strategies for negotiating the best salary. Better pay leads to better health. Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Ethan Nkana, a former healthcare leader, who founded the Rocky Mountain Physician Agency (RMPA) in 2020. Motivated by the COVID pandemic, he launched the nation’s first agency dedicated to negotiating contracts for doctors, similar to sports agents.With 15 years of experience in hospital finance, operations, and strategy, plus a law doctorate and an MBA, Ethan is committed to addressing pay disparities. He focuses on correcting the significant wage gaps faced by women doct...
Duration: 00:29:52Gut Health Specialist Dr. Janese Laster Talks GI Cancers, Heartburn, Nutrition, Obesity, & More
May 31, 2024Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Dr. Janese S. Laster. Learn how changing your diet can change your life! Dr. Laster is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology, Obesity Medicine, and nutrition. She completed both her Internal Medicine residency and Gastroenterology fellowship training at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC. During her Gastroenterology fellowship she became interested in nutrition and bariatric endoscopy and sought out additional training. She completed the Nestle Clinical Nutrition fellowship program and an advanced endoscopic bariatric training fellowship.
Find Dr. Laster at GutTheoryhealth.com
Instagram: @dr_janeselaster
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Life Coach Michael Taylor Talks About Empowering Black Men
May 19, 2024Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes bestselling author, motivational speaker, and life coach Michael Taylor to talk about Black men and how to better connect and support their life journeys. With 14 published books under his belt, Michael's words have touched the lives of readers worldwide, guiding them towards personal growth, self-discovery, and the realization of their full potential. As a certified life coach, he has dedicated his life to helping men and women break free from self-imposed limitations and embrace the extraordinary within themselves.
Find out more about Coach Taylor and his work and books at t...
Grief and the Path to Personal Training with Samantha Pierce
Mar 24, 2024Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes social worker, personal trainer, and grief counselor Samatha Pierce to talk about her path from losing infant twins to a quest to prevent other Black women from suffering the same terrible loss. Find Ms. Pierce online at www.renegadesoul216.com. See the Pregnancy and Infant Loss website at: https://www.pailconnect.org/, and the most recent online Wave of Light ceremonies celebrating lost children on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@waveoflightcleveland7881
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Better Black Relationships! We talk to Psychologist Dr. Reggie Blue
Feb 11, 2024Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes psychologist Dr. Reginald Blue to talk about relationships and ways to better understand your current relationship. Find Dr. Blue online at Letstalk4real.com. Go to DrGregHall.com for more information about African American health.
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Herbalist Vinnett Brown Talks About Essential Herbs to Have at Home
Nov 24, 2023Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Vinnett Brown of “THE Right Hand Ministry.” Dissatisfied with conventional treatment for pain, Vinnett Brown turned to herbal remedies which was also a family tradition where herbal medicines were preferred as treatment. Herbal medicines and salves can be used for various ailments and offers relief from a vast spectrum of aches, strains, sore muscles, infections, and rashes.
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Obesity and the Best Ways to Lose Weight with Expert Latonya Fore
Oct 28, 2023Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes weight loss nurse practitioner Dr. Latonya Fore who practices at University Hospitals of Cleveland specializing in non-surgical weight loss and obesity medicine. They talk about what obesity is and how African Americans feel about being overweight. They review the latest weight loss medicines and discuss approaches to losing weight including intermittent fasting, fad diets, beverages, and healthy eating. Find Latonya Fore online at LatonyaFore.com. Go to DrGregHall.com for more information about African American health.
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Breast Cancer Survivor Talks About Her Journey through Chemo & Radiation
Oct 21, 2023Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes breast cancer survivor and patient advocate Shermelle Schaffer. She speaks and advocates on behalf of breast cancer patients and wrote the book “Commander of My Care” about her journey through breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. Patients should remain "POWERFUL" throughout their care. Vitamin D and zinc deficiency has been linked to breast cancer development. Diet is always your best approach to staying healthy and cancer-free. Go to DrGregHall.com to learn more.
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Prostate Cancer Prevention & Treatment With Urologist Randy Vince, MD
Oct 08, 2023Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes urologist and surgeon Randy Vince, MD who is the Director of Minority Men's Health at the Cutler Center for Men at University Hospitals of Cleveland and an assistant Urology professor at Case Western Reserve University. They review what the prostate is and what it does, as well as discuss the prevention and treatment of prostate cancer. Black men have three times the risk for prostate cancer compared to Whites and an even higher risk compared to Hispanic/Latinos, and Asian Americans. Screening is now as easy as a blood draw and there...
Duration: 00:44:51EDCs Back Again in Water Bottles, Alcohol Beverages, Marijuana & Plastic Gloves -- Wow!
Sep 03, 2023Dr. Greg Hall welcomes back Dr. Essence Maston to discuss EDCs (Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals) found in water bottles, alcoholic beverages, tobacco, marijuana, and disposable gloves. Our endocrine system controls our energy, temperature, and weight, as well as our risk for diabetes and a number of cancers (breast, colon, prostate, and more. African Americans have a high risk for all of these. Find out how to stay safe while you stay healthy.
Go to NIAAH.org and learn more about EDCs, what to watch for, and how to protect yourself and your family. This article has all of the...
Colon Cancer Survivor Talks About His Journey
Aug 13, 2023Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes, an indoor/outdoor painter, who was recently diagnosed and treated for colon cancer. He discusses his journey from colonoscopy to surgery, and then transforming his diet to all plant-based foods. He says he feels the best he has in his life. Vitamin D deficiency, magnesium deficiency, and folate deficiency all contribute to colon cancer development, and the best thing you can do is improve your diet. Go to DrGregHall.com to learn more.
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Should I Go to the Emergency Room or the Urgent Care? And Why is the Wait so Long?
Aug 04, 2023Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes his wife, Melanie Hall, a nurse practitioner who has worked in the emergency department, urgent care, and hospital to discuss the best approaches to decisiding whether to go to the emergency department or a "convenience clinic" like an Urgent Care or an Express Care. The best advice is to call first and describe your symptoms. In all emergencies, call 911 immediately! They discuss why your ER wait may be longer than you would think. And also discuss why antibiotics may not always be the best answer when you have a virus...
Duration: 00:18:53Black Dermatologist Talks About Having Healthy Skin, Hair, and Nails
Jul 30, 2023Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Jeffery Scales, MD a dermatologist from Durham, North Carolina also known as DRClearskin. They talk about a host of topics related to your skin, hair and nails. What is the most common cause for hair loss in African Americans? Why is “pushing your fingernail nail cuticle down” a bad thing? Will there be a cure for balding men soon? A graduate of Morehouse College and the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Dr. Scales specializes in keeping skin, hair, and nails at their healthiest. Go to Dr. Scales website https://nccdermatology.com/ for...
Duration: 00:32:36STDs, Chlamydia & Bacterial Vaginitis
Jul 10, 2023Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes his wife, Melanie Hall, a nurse practitioner who has worked in the emergency department, urgent care, hospital, ICU, and home healthcare to discuss patients that present with a sexually transmitted disease (an STD) or symptoms suggestive of an STD. They discuss the symptoms, or lack or symptoms, and the situations that point to a sexually transmitted disease (STD). They also talk about how bacterial vaginitis puts women at an increased risk for an STD. Finally they discuss how improving your nutrition may be the key to avoiding all of these problems. Go...
Duration: 00:28:13Black Woman with a Vaginal Discharge
Jun 25, 2023In this episode of Better Black Health, Dr. Greg Hall discusses a young patient with an embarressing vaginal discharge. Listen and see if you can guess the diagnosis. And then hear what we can do to decrease the rates of sexually transmitted diseases in the Black community.
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Soul Seed Apparel Founder Akim Wilson Discusses Mindfulness, Approaches to Success & Black Excellence
Jun 08, 2023Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Akim Wilson of Soul Seed Apparel as we celebrate Juneteenth and honor the resilience of the Black community. She shares the inspiration behind her iconic fashion line and how it aims to empower individuals and amplifies voices within the Black community. It’s all about history and advancement. We talk about Black excellence and the strength and resilience of our community. This conversation is inspirational. Take a listen and then visit SoulSeedApparel.com. On Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/soulseedapparel/.
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The Secret to Treating Type 2 Diabetes Without Medicine: We Talk to a Diabetes Educator.
May 26, 2023Better Black Health welcomes Lewis Bertus, a physician associate and diabetes educator, specializing in the couseling of people who want to reverse their diabetes diagnosis. We discuss the diet changes needed as well as other approaches to not let diabetes control your life. His "Diabetes 180" approach is not to be missed. Lose weight, increase your energy, improve your blood pressure, and more. Go to LewisBertus.com to get more information.
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Better Black Health Celebrates Nurses Month with Pediatric Nurse Tina Richardson Who is Also a Freelance Model
May 19, 2023Better Black Health welcomes nurse Tina Richardson is celebration of National Nurse Month. Find out the difference in nurses and some opportunities to advocate for yourself when visiting healthcare facilities. Tina is also a freelance model and is the hand model for GNetX Sequence Multivitamins. Whe you see a hand in our ads . . . that's Nurse Tina Richardson! Happy Nurses Month!!
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Doctor with Sickle Cell Disease Discusses Barriers to Care & Advances in Treatment
May 12, 2023Better Black Health welcomes Dr. Simone Eastman Uwan, a family practice physician, specializing in the treatment and advocacy of patients with sickle cell disease. She discusses her amazing journey with this disease , as well as the incredible pain and suffering sickle cell patients endure worldwide. Dr. Uwan’s book titled “A Doctor in a Patient’s Body: Dreaming Big with Sickle Cell Disease and Chronic Pain“ is available on Amazon as well as her other book "All Rise!: The Sickle Cell Community vs. The Medical Establishment". Her Facebook Support Group is “Bedtime Stories with Doctor Simone.” Sickle cell disease affects 100,000 Americans an...
Duration: 00:41:05Hormone Disrupting Chemicals are Making Puberty Come Earlier and Making Us Fat
May 05, 2023Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Dr. Essence Maston to discuss EDCs (Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals). Many of these chemicals are found in shampoo, lotions, conditioners, lipstick, makeup, moisturizers, sunscreens, creams, and much more. It is believed by some that the increase in obesity, or being overweight, particularly in African American women, is the cause. Black women have the highest rate of obesity and a high diabetes risk as well. Similarly, Black girls have the earliest age at puberty, and the age has been getting younger over the last 20 years. Learn how to protect the young girls in your family while allowing their...
Duration: 00:32:42Brazilian Butt Lifts, Botox, & More!! Plastic Surgeon Steven Williams Explains It All
Apr 21, 2023Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes plastic surgeon Dr. Steven Williams of Tri Valley Plastic Surgery in Dublin, California. They talk about the Brazilian Butt Lift, liposuction, facial surgery, breast augmentation, chemical peels, cool sculpting, and much more. If you have ever thought about whether plastic surgery is an option for you, take a listen. Dr. Williams, who trained at Yale University School of Medicine, is the president-elect of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and will be its first African American president. Follow Dr. Williams on instagram: surgeoninblack.
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Shamika Cotton Discusses Acting & Approaches to Living a Happier & Healthier Life
Apr 01, 2023Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes the acclaimed actor who has played a wide range of roles on The Wire, The Equalizer, Blue Bloods, Elementary, Law & Order, Gotham, and most recently P-Valley. She discusses dealing with rejection, how persistence is vital, and approaches to improving your overall health. Famous for her “Shamika Chronicles,” she discusses how you can get too much sleep, the importance of self-esteem, and how she rejects being viewed as a "minority."
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We are Suffering from Multigenerational Trauma. What is the Solution?
Mar 12, 2023Is the Black community suffering from widespread intergenerational trauma? Xavier Allen, educator, mathematician, and learning coach, believes so, and the solution lies first in its recognition. Dr. Greg Hall and Allen review the various manifestations of this multigenerational trauma and discuss approaches to recognizing and healing its victims. Why can't some Black male students pay attention in school? How important are teachers that care? Allen serves Northeast Ohio assisting hundreds of people in finding their confidence, genius, and skills to empower themselves and by doing so improving both their physical and mental health. Education leads to better health.
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From Down Home Cooking to Healthy Vegan
Jan 04, 2023Have you ever considered becoming a vegetarian or vegan? Business executive Charles Johnson describes to Dr. Greg Hall his journey from Alabama cookin’ to a health-conscious life-style, and he says, “it’s not that hard.” He lost weight, feels more energetic, and is anxious to share his success with others in the Black community. Mr. Johnson started BidLock and is anxious to partner with small busnesses. Go to BidLock.com for more information. Knowledge is power!
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Colon Cancer Screening & Prevention in African Americans
Dec 28, 2022Colon cancer has been called “the disease no one has to die from,” but African Americans continue to have the highest occurrence and the highest death rate compared to other racial/ethnic groups. Colon cancer also occurs at a younger age in African Americans. The passing of Chadwick Boseman, the portrayer of the Marvel superhero Black Panther, at the age of 43 came as a surprise and shock to many, but not those in the health arena. We see young Black men and women getting diagnosed with colon cancer too often. We discuss the value of early detection, the different options for...
Duration: 00:37:15Michael Oatman Returns & Comically Discusses Obesity and His View of COVID Conspiracies
Dec 07, 2021Dr. Greg Hall talks again with Michael Oatman who returns to explain that his weight is at the center of his health problems. He also comically discusses growing up overweight, self-perception differences, bariatric surgery, COVID conspiracies, and ways to have a healthier life.
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Two-Time Cancer Survivor Kimberly Richardson Talks About Her Diagnoses & Ways to Take Charge of Your Treatment
Nov 30, 2021Dr. Greg Hall interviews Chicago native Kimberly Richardson who is a proud ovarian and breast cancer survivor. She is now a national leader in helping cancer patients navigate the sometimes-difficult path through surgery and chemotherapy. She discusses ways to empower yourself with information that will help you understanding the various options available . . . including clinical trials. Whether you or a family member were just diagnosed with cancer, or you simply work in healthcare with cancer patients, this award-winning ambassador for cancer survival will teach you to empower yourself with knowledge!
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29-year-old has a heart attack. Hear why it happened and how he changed his life.
Nov 20, 2021Radio marketer Sam Prewitt talks with Dr. Hall about his heart attack and the many warning signs that he ignored before it happened. He also discusses the changes he made in his diet and cooking that have allowed him to still eat good food and drink nutritious juices.
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Pesticide-contaminated tobacco your mother smoked is causing your weight problem?
Nov 14, 2021Dr. Greg Hall talks to author and investigative reporter Bill Drake about commercial tobacco and its contamination with pesticides. Drake believes the pesticides on tobacco are the reason for many of the health problems we see. He explained why menthol and flavored tobacco are the most deadly.
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Drug Treatment Counselor Talks About Addiction & Getting Help for Loved Ones
Oct 24, 2021Dr. Greg Hall talks to Byron Swift from Alliant Treatment Center in Northeast Ohio about the root cause of alcohol and drug addiction, how mental illness complicates the situation, and what happens in treatment that makes it work for so many.
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Blacks & Blood Clots: One of the reasons why heart attacks and strokes are killing us.
Oct 11, 2021Dr. Greg Hall discusses why African Americans have the highest risk for heart attacks and strokes as well as things you can do to avoid them.
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Marijuana 101: Everything you should know about THC, CBD & the Black community
Oct 09, 2021Dr. Greg Hall explains the difference between CBD and THC and how they are completely different but come from a plant that looks exactly the same. He talks about the increased risk of mental illness associated with early age use as well as how marijuana compares to other addictive substances . This is an unbiased discussion of the "ins and outs" of marijuana from a medical standpoint.
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Smoking Out the Problem with Menthol Cigarettes
Aug 19, 2021The FDA recently issued its plan to permanently ban menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars in the next year. This will disproportionately impact Black people because over 85 percent smoke menthol cigarettes compared to under 30 percent of whites. All flavored cigars will be banned as well. Listen to Dr. Hall explain the issues involved in this controversial decision and why it may be a good time to quit.
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Guest Michael Oatman Discusses His Struggles with Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, & Sleeping Problems
Aug 15, 2021Playwright, author, director, artist, Michael Oatman discusses his health problems including a stroke, diabetes, high blood pressure, and chronic insomnia. His comical edge and open honesty provides a rare look into these common ailments from a patient's perspective.
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Our Vitamin Needs are Different
Jul 27, 2021Your vitamin D level is probably very low and that can cause all sorts of health problems, but did you know that vitamin E might cause cancer? Dr. Hall reviews the nutritional differences African Americans experience as well as discusses a theory for why GNetX Sequence Multivitamins for African Americans is the best choice for a multivitamin. Go to SequenceMultivitamins.com for more information.
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Black Man with Stress, Chest Pain, and High Blood Pressure
Jul 24, 2021Greg Hall, MD, an author and nationally known expert in African American health, hosts a video blog on health and wellness issues that will lead to "Better Black Health." This episode looks at the causes of chest pain and high blood pressure in a 52 year old African American man. Let's see if you can come up with the diagnosis for this man's stressful life!
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