Lunch and Learn with Dr. Berry

💬 "Having normal labs doesn't necessarily mean you're healthy. It just means at that point in time, whatever we were looking for, we maybe didn't find."

⚡ In this episode, I explain why those "normal" lab results might be giving you a false sense of security, and how leaning on them alone could let serious issues slip by. Trust me, it's a common trap in medicine that can have real consequences for your long-term health. Because ye...

💬 "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, and how do we pay out less? "

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💬 "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, strokes, and more. Don't run away now...

💬 "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, where 48 million people were uninsured,...

💬 "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 want to miss. After all, we're all goin...

💬 "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 are getting so mad that people are fin...

💬 "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 the mindset shifts that separate sho...

💬 "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 can really boost your immune system, i...

💬 "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 this sneaky issue is affecting four...

💬 "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 own kids and patients hard, and we can...

💬 "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 mental battery before you crash into anot...

💬 "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 confusion. I'll also show you how to...

💬 "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 scientific basis. Here, we'll separate fac...

💬 "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 snore, I break down what you really...

💬 "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 now.

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💬 "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 down why men feel pressured to perf...

💬 "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, practical steps you can start using today...

💬 "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 blood pressure—why nearly half of adults...

💬 "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 caused by something else? Check out th...