Lunch and Learn with Dr. Berry

💬 "They've made it seem like the ACA is something that benefits the insurance companies; that insurance companies are making money. No, no, no—it's benefiting the patients. It's here, and it's always been here to benefit the patients and protect them from the scrupulous practices of these insurance companies that have been around for decades and whose main goal is 'How do we make the most money,...

💬 "Looking healthy is not the same as being healthy. Fitness does not cancel out your health." ⚡ In this episode, I dive into why so many folks who look "healthy" and fit are breaking down in their 40s. We talk about the biases we have around fitness versus real health, how high performers push through warning signs, and why ignoring family history, sleep, and stress can lead to heart attacks, s...

💬 "You have to be very vocal and active in your healthcare plan, because so many of you guys recognize that one bad medical bill could be extremely detrimental to your family, and one expense that doubles or triples from December to January could be life-threatening—and that's not hyperbole." ⚡ In this episode, I rewind the clock to show you what life was like before the Affordable Care Act, whe...

💬 "Being an adult means numero uno, you got to take care of yourself." ⚡ In this episode, I talk about those sneaky health issues that start creeping up in our 30s and 40s—the ones we ignore, downplay, or tough out until they hit us hard later on. If you want to avoid chronic pain, prevent life-altering diseases, and keep living your best life for years to come, this is the episode you don't wan...

💬 "A lot of people's New Year's resolution is going to be about losing weight for 2026. Let's not take away an option from them because you are upset in one way, shape, or form that you think it's not the 'right way'. Because there is no right way—there's only THE WAY to lose weight." ⚡ In this episode, I break down the wild controversy surrounding GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and why folks ar...

💬 "We are not into trends — we are into transformations. Following a trend when you're trying to make a transformation will never succeed." ⚡ In this episode, I break down why 80% of people fall off their New Year's resolutions by February, and what you can do differently to make 2026 the year you actually transform. I talk about SMART goals, tiny habits, accountability, environment design, and...

💬 "Can you actually boost your immune system? That is a 30-billion—yes, I said billion—dollar question that year after year, people keep finding a solution for… And I am here to tell you whether that is something that's possible—or whether we are doing it the right way." ⚡ In this episode, I'm diving into that massive 30 billion dollar immune-boosting industry. We're talking about whether you ca...

💬 "Black skin needs three to six times more sunlight to produce the same amount of vitamin D than lighter skin… So understand that yes, you can be even one of those sun warriors and still get vitamin D deficient just because of your skin." ⚡ Did you know that about 80% of Black Americans are walking around vitamin D deficient with no obvious symptoms whatsoever? In this episode, I break down why...

💬 "Yes, you can end up in the hospital if you've got the flu. Yes, it can be that bad." ⚡ In this episode, I'm diving back into the flu's deadly potential, just like that brutal 2017-2018 season that claimed 80,000 lives, and I'm warning you about how this winter could be a recipe for disaster with less vaccinations, more travel, and COVID still lurking. Do not downplay it—I've seen it hit my ow...

💬 "Understand that during this holiday, it's as important for you to be checking in on your mental health than acting like it's not even an issue." ⚡ Did you know that 2 out of 3 people go through a lot of stress, anxiety, and sadness during the holidays? In this episode, I break down why the holidays can feel like a total drag for so many of us as I share tips on how you can recharge your menta...

💬 "Just because it might have happened good for one person does not mean it's going to happen good for you." ⚡ Did you know that 60% of Americans—yes, that's more than half of y'all—have fallen for some type of these sneaky health myths online? In this episode, I break it down like I always do, talking about how these lies waste your money, make you skip doctor visits, and leave you drowning in...

💬 "No, Tylenol does not cause autism. No, you cannot trust our health and human services director. And you probably can't trust the president either if he's telling you not to take any Tylenol." ⚡ In this episode, I debunk false claims linking Tylenol to autism—disinformation spread by RFK Jr. and the government, who are also promoting Leucovorin for prevention without an actual and solid scient...

💬 "Do you know that 80% of people with sleep apnea don't even know it? It almost sounds like one of those hypertension stats, but it's true." ⚡ In this episode, I debunk the common myths and misconceptions about sleep apnea that keep so many people undiagnosed and untreated. From the myth that only overweight men get sleep apnea to the surprising fact that many people with sleep apnea don't even...

💬 "The trust in the CDC has not just dipped—it has absolutely cratered. And we have nothing to blame but the chaos that's happening at the top." ⚡ In this episode, I discuss how political meddling is destroying trust in the CDC, dismantling vaccine advisory committees, stalling vaccine campaigns, and threatening decades of public health progress — all of which could cost lives if we don't act no...

💬 "Men sometimes think that it's wrong if they don't climax every time. They avoid asking for help because they don't want to tell no one that it's broken." ⚡ In this episode, I discuss and debunk the myths and misinformation around male orgasm that over 70% of men believe — myths that affect their mental health, their relationship with their partners, and overall sexual wellbeing. Here, I break...

💬 "Just relax. Just take it easy.'—That's the worst advice ever. If that's all the person could do and needed to do, they would have already done it." ⚡ In this episode, I reveal why so many stress management tips fall short and don't actually work, and share what you can do differently to truly reduce your stress and create lasting change. No wishful thinking or empty promises—just clear, pract...

💬 "Our body does a great job dealing with the abnormal till you can't handle it anymore. You're able to deal with it until you can't. And once you can't, guess what happens? You have a stroke. You have a heart attack. You go into kidney failure. You end up on dialysis. That's the problem—and that is why we call it the silent killer." ⚡ In this episode, I talk about the silent threat of high bloo...

💬 "Who would have thought that the president of the United States—President Trump—would be the leading driver for people to want to look up the signs and symptoms of heart failure?" ⚡ In this episode, I talk about the recent public speculation on President Trump's health, sparked by the visible discoloration on his hand and swollen ankles. Could these signs indicate heart failure? Or are they ca...

💬 "Just like there's no stupid question, there's no embarrassing question that you should allow your health to be affected by." ⚡In this episode, I talk about the 10 most common questions patients find embarrassing to ask their doctors. From fatigue and bowel movements to mental health and skin issues, I discuss why it's essential to overcome the fear of embarrassment and why you should communic...

💬 "When you are on the same plane as your doctor, you can tell your doctor things and your doctor can tell you things… But if there's a misalignment going on, your doctor says one thing and you'll say another thing, and you guys never meet in the middle. And that's how that doctor becomes the villain." ⚡ In this episode, I'm addressing the misconceptions surrounding the doctor-patient relationsh...

💬 "Little did you know, there are some things that your doctor does not want to tell you—and that's why you left that doctor's appointment without getting that key question answered." ⚡In this episode, I highlight the critical questions you often forget to ask during your doctor visit and reveal what information your healthcare provider "accidentally or likely purposely" does not tell you. 66% o...

💬 "If for five seconds, you were able to open your eyes but couldn't move the rest of your body, you'd be scared. That would probably be the longest five seconds of your life, if that's what you were waking up to unexpectedly." ⚡In this episode, I talk about the terrifying experience of sleep paralysis—a condition that affects 8-10% of the population and can leave you feeling helpless and fright...

💬 "Health technology is going to be one of the biggest disruptors in the next decade… If you think you are too smart to be replaced by AI, you're already in trouble." ⚡In this episode, I discuss the transformative impact of digital health technology on the medical field. I also explore how advancements like AI and blockchain are set to disrupt traditional practices, improve patient care, and red...

💬 "Just being Black in this medical field, in this medical system, puts you at a detriment. Medical racism isn't in the past—it's in our protocols." ⚡In this episode, I talk about the long-standing issue of medical racism. Despite advancements in technology and medicine, race-specific assumptions continue to influence treatment decisions and outcomes for Black patients. So, join me as I explore...

💬 "Nearly one in five black adults in this country has a mental health illness, but only 1/3 of them are actually receiving any type of treatment for it." ⚡In this episode, I talk about the mental health crisis affecting Black America. With alarming statistics revealing that nearly one in five Black adults experience mental health issues, yet only a fraction receives adequate care, I cover why m...