Black grapes are small, sweet fruits — famous for their intense blueish-purple color that makes them look almost black. Their unique color comes from their high concentration of anthocyanins, an antioxidant responsible for the color of other black, purple, and blue fruits and veggies. Anthocyanins also give color to foods […]
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Are Black Beans Healthy? Nutrition, Benefits, and More
Black beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) are also known as the common bean. They’re among the most frequently consumed dry grain pulses or legumes, alongside chickpeas (1). Black beans originated in South America and are a staple ingredient in Latin American and Caribbean cuisine. In addition to being nutritional powerhouses, they […]
Medicine lost the trust of many Black Americans. How can it be restored?
In fall 2020, I reported a story about two HBCU presidents in New Orleans who were subject to a huge backlash after suggesting to members of their communities that they enroll in a Covid-19 vaccine clinical trial. While surprising to some, the incident was emblematic of a legacy of medical […]
Reliever-Triggered Inhaled Glucocorticoid in Black and Latinx Adults with Asthma
Supported by a PCORI Award (PCS-1504-30283, to Dr. Israel), the Gloria M. and Anthony C. Simboli Distinguished Chair in Asthma Research award (to Dr. Israel), and by grants from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (K23AI125785, to Dr. Cardet) and the American Lung Association–American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, […]