This is Black Health Matters, a series shedding light on the health realities of Black people in America. Akilah Cadet, DHSc, MPH, in partnership with Healthline, aims to educate about inequities to inspire a world where everyone can attain their full health potential, regardless of the color of their skin. Imagine living in a constant state of stress. You repeatedly ask people not to touch your hair. You pretend it’s not hurtful when people say “you talk white.”