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June 9, 2025 • 6 mins

Black men die nearly 9 years earlier than white men in America. It is not genetics. It is habits, silence, and denial.

In this AfroFit Rant, Dr. Albert Takem breaks down the top 5 self-sabotaging habits keeping Black men overweight, hypertensive, and underdiagnosed. From late-night hustling and silent stress to "healthy" smoothies that are really milkshakes - this episode is a mirror and a wake-up call.

If you are serious about reclaiming your health - or helping the men you love - watch this start to finish. Which one are YOU guilty of? Drop it in the comments.

Doctor's Orders start at - 04:35

Download the AfroFit Diet Guides:
African, Caribbean, and Soul Food plans: https://afrofit.btsdrtakem.com/

Listen on Spotify & Apple:
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Watch more AfroFit Rants:
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Join the Movement:
https://afrofit.btsdrtakem.com/

NOTE: In this episode, I referenced a 9-year life expectancy gap between Black and white men. While that was accurate in older CDC reports, more recent data places the gap at approximately 5 to 6 years. Regardless of the exact number, the pattern remains unacceptable and avoidable. Let us change it.

#MensHealth #HeartHealth #MentalHealthMatters #HealthyHabits #PreventiveCare #LifeExpectancy #WellnessJourney #SelfCareForMen #HealthAwareness

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