Black Consumer Project Wave 3 - Health + Wellness

BLACK CONSUMER SURVEY
B L A C K C O N S U M E R P R OJ E C T 1
WAVE 2 - FINANCE + BANKING
SPRING 2022
WAVE 3 - HEALTH + WELLNESS
FALL 2022

Background
The Black Consumer Project
About the Creators
Methodology
Black America At a Glance
Executive Summary
State of Black Health in America
The Gender Divide
Mental Health & Wellness
Healthy Lifestyles
Smart Marketing Moves
Appendix
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TABLE OF CONTENTS_
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Black Consumer Project is an in-depth, multi-wave study of the
economic and cultural contributions of Black Americans. This
community has more buying power than ever, and our goal is to
uncover the unique perspectives, behaviors, and preferences of Black
and African-American consumers.
PROJECT OVERVIEW_
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Wave 1
The
fi
rst wave explored core values, personal goals, layers of
identity and de
fi
nitions of success.
Wave 2
The second wave explored banking behaviors,
fi
nancial
perceptions and aspirations for the future.
Wave 3
This third wave explores the intersections of health, wellness and
lifestyle from a mindset and behavioral lens.

Quantasy + Associates is a full-service marketing agency that
builds brands by pushing culture in the right direction. We
operate at the intersection of Advertising + Content, Solutions +
Strategies, Platforms + Technology, and In
fl
uence + Talent. For
over a decade, our work has driven incremental revenue, equity,
and in
fl
uence for some of the world’s most iconic brands.
ThinkNow is a technology-driven consumer market research
company that focuses on uncovering Hispanic, Asian, and
African-American consumer insights as well as Total Market
insights that require multicultural expertise. We’re focused on
culturally diverse consumers because half the children born in the
U.S. each year are multicultural, and this trend will accelerate.
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ABOUT US_
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FIELD DATE
SURVEY METHOD
SCREENING CRITERIA
BASE SIZES
06/28/2022 - 07/24/2022
Online
Blacks n=1,052
Non-Blacks n=505
18+ years of age
Self-identi
fi
ed as Black/
African American
METHODOLOGY_
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INCREASING INFLUENCE
GEOGRAPHIC DISTRIBUTION
The median age of Black Americans is 32 —
six years younger than the national median
age. More than 1 out of every 3 Black
Americans is under the age of 22. As they
enter their peak earning years, they’ll play a
key role in reshaping our economy, forcing
companies to reexamine how they do
business.
2020 U.S. Census; Pew Research Center, 2019 American Community Survey; Nielsen, The Power of the Black Community, 2020; Selig Center for Economic Growth, June 2021
HOUSEHOLD INCOME
Gen Alpha
Gen Z
Millennial
Gen X
Baby Boomer
Silent / Greatest
6M 9M 12M
3M
10%
25%
23%
19%
18%
5%
10%
56%
17%
17%
GENERATIONAL DISTRIBUTION
Although the majority are descendants of
slavery, there is an increasing number of
foreign-born and descendants of immigrants.
The Black population has risen in the U.S., but
there has been a more dramatic increase
among the foreign born. As of 2019, they make
up 10% of the Black population, which is a 90%
increase since 2000. Most foreign-born are
Caribbean, and over 1M identify as Afro-Latino.
MEDIAN AGE
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN
According to the 2020 Census, the Black
population has increased by 5.6% over the past
decade. Those who identify as Black in
combination with another race group increased
by 88.7%. With a population of 46.9 Million, Black
Americans also wield an impressive $1.4T in
buying power.
The median HHI for Black Americans was
$44,000 in 2019, meaning just under half of all
households (46%) were earning more than
$50,000 a year. Those earning more than
$100,000 represent 18% of the overall Black
population. Education has increased signi
fi
cantly
as well with the population of those with a
bachelor’s degree (23%), doubling since 2010.
BLACK AMERICA AT A GLANCE
SNAPSHOT_
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When we launched the Black Consumer Project in the fall of
2021, we set out to tell the story of Black Americans. This is a
story rooted in a legacy of Black excellence and fueled by a new
generation of innovators, entrepreneurs and thought-leaders.
What we uncovered was an incredibly diverse set of interests,
experiences and beliefs that not only shift and shape the Black
community, but also have a ripple e
ff
ect on all communities.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY_
Despite centuries of challenges and setbacks, Black Americans
continue to rise, thrive and evolve. In our Wave 1 report, we
explored their deep connections to ethnicity & culture, American
identity, and family. We discovered their de
fi
nition of success isn’t
tied to money. Living a healthy lifestyle, owning a business, and
giving back to the community are over-indexing factors of
success compared to non-Black ethnic groups.
In this third wave, we dig deeper into health — exploring the
unique mindsets, behaviors and aspirations that are shaping the
landscape for Black Americans.
This report features 5 key chapters:
1. State of Black Health
2. The Gender Divide
3. Mental Health + Wellness
4. Healthy Lifestyles
5. Smart Marketing Moves

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NARRATIVE #1
STATE OF
BLACK HEALTH

The
fi
rst wave of the Black Consumer Project revealed that Black
Americans are more likely to cite maintaining a healthy lifestyle as a
personal goal when compared to other ethnic groups. Even more
revelatory is the fact that outside of
fi
nancial measures, health is
considered a top measure of success — outpacing entrepreneurship
and even homeownership.
So while disparities, systemic inequities, and unique challenges
continue to exist, knowledge and access to resources are spreading
throughout the community — empowering individuals to take their
health into their own hands. Di
ff
erences aside, it’s clear that for this
segment, good health is truly priceless.
In this chapter, we’ll discover how Black Americans rate their personal
health and the steps they’re taking as they navigate their personal
journeys to wellness.
HEALTH IS WEALTH
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STATE OF BLACK HEALTH | EXECUTIVE SUMMARY_

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Q2. How would you rate your current personal state of health?
STATE OF BLACK HEALTH | CURRENT HEALTH PERCEPTIONS_
FOR THE MOST PART, BLACK AMERICANS RATE THEIR CURRENT
STATE OF HEALTH ON PAR WITH NON-BLACK AMERICANS.
Not surprisingly, younger Black Americans and those in
more a
ffl
uent households are signi
fi
cantly more likely
to rate their health as excellent when compared to
older and less a
ffl
uent cohorts.
Excellent
Very Good
Good
Fair
Poor
3%
21%
32%
29%
15%
2%
19%
36%
25%
18%
Blacks
Non-Blacks
LGBTQ+: 23%
18-24+: 14%
18-24+: 33%
63% of Black
Americans making
$100k+ rate their health
as very good or excellent.
Non-Black Gen Z is
signi
fi
cantly more likely
than Black Gen Z to
only rate their current
state of health as fair.

Black Non-Black 18-24 25-39 40-54 55+
I completely
agree
37% 27% 28% 42% 35% 38%
I completely
or somewhat
agree
72% 66% 62% 72% 70% 78%
Q1_12. Please select the point in the scale that describes how much you agree with the statement
“Being healthy is something I work hard at.” (Any Agree)
BLACK HEALTH & WELLNESS | I WORK HARD_
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Black Americans are more likely to claim that being healthy is something they’re
intentional about, and this is increasingly true across higher incomes. Younger
Black Americans are signi
fi
cantly more likely to agree they work hard at being
healthy compared to their non-Black peers.
THERE IS WIDESPREAD UNDERSTANDING THAT HEALTH REQUIRES
PUTTING IN THE WORK, AND THE VAST MAJORITY OF BLACK AMERICANS
STATE THEY WORK HARD AT BEING HEALTHY. Black
18-24
Non-Black
18-24
<$30K: 70%
$30-$59K: 73%
$60-$99K: 74%
$100K+: 77%
62%
48%

“I am actively taking steps to improve my health.” (Any Agree)
BLACK HEALTH & WELLNESS | DIY_
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Whether it’s consistently visiting your doctors or therapists, eating right, exercising or all
of the above and then some, Black Americans are more likely than other segments to say
that they are actively taking steps to improve their health.
WORKING HARD AT BEING HEALTHY DOESN’T JUST MEAN WISHING IT INTO EXISTENCE.
18-24 25-39 40-54 55+
66% 77% 85% 84%
White
74%
Hispanic
70%
Asian
68%
Black
79%

“I can manage my health without the help of health-care professionals.” (Any Agree)
Q1_22. “I can manage my health without help from family or friends.” (Any Agree)
BLACK HEALTH & WELLNESS | DIY PT 2_
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Managing without the help of health-care professional becomes
less likely with age, however, we see the opposite when it comes
to receiving help from family and friends.
MOST BLACK AMERICANS BELIEVE THEY CAN HANDLE THEIR
HEALTH AND WELLNESS JOURNEYS ON THEIR OWN.
Black Americans making
$100K+ are more likely to
believe they can manage their
health without the help of
professionals (48%), and more
likely to believe they can
manage without help from
family or friends (72%).
Black US Born are
signi
fi
cantly more likely
than Black foreign born
people to believe they can
handle their health and
wellness journeys on their
own.
WAVE 3 - HEALTH & WELLNESS
18-24 25-39 40-54 55+
I can manage my health without
the help of health-care
professionals
44% 50% 35% 17%
I can manage
my health without help from
family
or friends
50% 64% 64% 55%
37%
I can manage my health
without the help of health-care
I can manage my health
without help from family or friends
60%
32% 55%
Black
Non-Black

Q25_ Do you currently have health insurance? If so what kind of insurance is it?
Q27_ In general, how do you use your health insurance?
BLACK HEALTH & WELLNESS | HEALTH INSURANCE _
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While slightly less likely to belong to a traditional health insurance company, the likeliness increases
with age. Younger generations are more interested in Medicaid while older are more interested in
Medicare. A majority of Black Americans get their insurance from their employer or spouse's
employer. For those who do not have health insurance, lack of a
ff
ordability is the main reason.
A MAJORITY OF BLACK AMERICANS DO HAVE SOME TYPE OF HEALTH INSURANCE.
18-24 25-39 40-54 55+
Health insurance company (i.e. , United
Health,
Kaiser, Cigna, Aetna,
Blue Shield, etc. )
27% 38% 38% 40%
Medicaid 38% 40% 36% 21%
Medicare 27% 22% 17% 56%
I do not have
health insurance
14% 10% 14% 6%
I don’t use it
23% (18-24)
15% (25-39)
7% (40-54)
3% (55+)
Only when I’m sick
37% (18-24)
37% (25-39)
27% (40-54)
15% (55+)
Regular Preventative
Checkups
40% (18-24)
48% (25-39)
66% (40-54)
82% (55+)
I HAVE HEALTH INSURANCE BUT…

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- 28-year-old woman from the South
“It means being free
of illness and taking
proactive steps to
stay that way.”
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES| WHAT’S YOUR DEFINITION OF IT_
OE_R20 What does “healthy lifestyle” mean to you?
How would you de
fi
ne or describe "healthy lifestyle?"

STATE OF BLACK HEALTH | MEDICATION_
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Q1_ Please select the point in the scale that describes how much you agree with the statement (Any Agree):
28. “Given a choice, I prefer to use natural remedies than prescription medications.”
29. “Prescription medications are an important part of my health routine.”
White: 47%
Hispanic: 53%
Asian: 44%
Black Americans are the segment most likely to prefer natural
remedies, and are slightly less likely than others to consider
prescription medications as an important part of their health routine. Foreign born: 45%
US born: 58%
Given a choice, I prefer to use
natural remedies than
prescription medications
Prescription medications
are an important part of
my health routine
18-24: 51%
25-39: 61%
40-54: 64%
55+: 49%
WHILE THERE’S CLEAR RECOGNITION THAT
PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS ARE IMPORTANT,
BLACK AMERICANS ARE MORE LIKELY TO
PREFER NATURAL REMEDIES.
57%
49%
57%
61%
Blacks Non-Blacks

STATE OF BLACK HEALTH| CURRENTLY_
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Q1_17. Please select the point in the scale that describes how much you agree or disagree with each statement below.
“I am satis
fi
ed with my current state of health.” (Any agree)
53%
Women
61%
Men
< $30K $30-$59K $60-$99K $100K+
52% 57% 63% 69%
BLACK MEN ARE SIGNIFICANTLY MORE LIKELY THAN BLACK
WOMEN TO AGREE THEY’RE SATISFIED WITH THEIR CURRENT
STATE OF HEALTH.

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NARRATIVE #2
THE GENDER
DIVIDE

PERCEPTION
OR DECEPTION
THE GENDER DIVIDE | EXECUTIVE SUMMARY_
Black Americans face similar inequalities when it
comes to the health care system, however, Black men
have some of the worst health indicators among all
racial and ethnic groups in America. This unfortunate
reality is in stark contrast with the majority of Black
men’s perspectives on their own health. Con
fi
dence in
maintaining good health habits is necessary, but can
be detrimental if not backed up by healthy practices.
Black women on the other hand perceive their own
health di
ff
erently.
In this chapter, we’ll learn more about the di
ff
erences in
health mindsets and behaviors between Black men
and women.
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Non-
Black
Black
Black
Men
Black
Women
Good health
is something
that runs in
my family.
49% 46% 57% 38%
Q1_16. Please select the point in the scale that describes how much you agree with the
statement “Good health is something that runs in my family.” (Any Agree)
THE GENDER DIVIDE | GOOD GENES
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While Black Americans are slightly less likely than non-Blacks overall to
believe good health runs in their families, Black men are more likely than
Black women to believe it does. This is also true for those making $100K+.
< $30K $30-$59K $60-$99K $100K+
44% 43% 48% 62%
GOOD GENES ARE MORE THAN SKIN-DEEP, AND BLACK
WOMEN UNDERSTAND THAT MORE THAN OTHERS.

“I can manage my health without the help of health-care professionals.” (Any Agree)
THE GENDER DIVIDE | DIY
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Black men are more likely than Black women to believe they can manage their
health without the help of a health-care professional. Black U.S.-born are
slightly more likely to believe this than Black foreign-born.
Black Men Black Women
TAKING GOOD CARE OF YOURSELF REQUIRES BOTH INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL
EFFORTS, HOWEVER, THE BALANCE OF THE TWO SHIFTS ACROSS GENDER.
37%
Black
30%
White
37%
Hispanic
35%
Asian
I can manage my health without the
help of healthcare professionals
27%
Black foreign
38%
Black U.S.- born
41% 34%

“Doctors always know best.” (Any Agree)
THE GENDER DIVIDE | DOCTORS KNOW
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Black women are less likely than Black men to agree that doctors always
know best. This may be connected to Black women also being more likely
to use home/natural remedies. When we view this generationally, Black
Millennials are the age group most likely to trust their doctors.
18-24 25-39 40-54 55+
48% 54% 48% 45%
THERE IS MORE SKEPTICISM AMONG BLACK WOMEN WHEN IT COMES
TO DOCTORS ALWAYS KNOWING WHAT TO DO OR HOW TO DIAGNOSE.
Black Men
55%
I COMPLETELY OR SOMEWHAT AGREE
Black Women
46%

“I see a doctor only when I’m sick.” (Any Agree)
THE GENDER DIVIDE | ONLY WHEN I’M SICK
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Similarly, U.S.-born Black Americans are more likely than Black foreign-
born to only see a doctor when they’re sick. This is also true of younger
Black Americans compared to those in older age groups.
Black
Foreign-
born
Black
U.S.-born
18-24 25-39 40-54 55+
40% 48% 53% 58% 49% 28%
BLACK MEN ARE SIGNIFICANTLY MORE LIKELY THAN BLACK WOMEN
TO ONLY SEE A DOCTOR WHEN THEY ARE NOT FEELING WELL.
Black Men
53%
I COMPLETELY OR SOMEWHAT AGREE
Black Women
43%

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How would you de
fi
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES| WHAT’S YOUR DEFINITION OF IT
“A healthy lifestyle has
2 main things: exercise…
and healthy diet…”
- 41-year-old Black man from the Northeast

“I have a strict health and wellness routine.” (Any Agree)
Q1_23. “I am actively taking steps to improve my health.” (Any Agree)
THE GENDER DIVIDE | ROUTINE
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Black men are more likely than Black women to say they have
a strict health & wellness routine, and they’re more likely to
claim they’re working out more often. However,
Black women are slightly more likely to report that they’re
actively taking steps to improving their health.
BOTH GENDERS STRIVE TO IMPROVE THEIR HEALTH,
BUT BLACK MEN ARE CLAIMING MORE CONSISTENCY.
Black Americans living
on the west coast are
signi
fi
cantly more likely to
have a strict health and
wellness routine compared to
other regions (52%).
Black Men Black Women
I am actively taking steps to
improve my health
77% 81%
I have a strict health and
wellness routine
54% 40%

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NARRATIVE #3
MENTAL
HEALTH +
WELLNESS

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MENTAL HEALTH + WELLNESS | EXECUTIVE SUMMARY_
Historically, the notion of being mentally unwell has long been
cloaked in shame, embarrassment and denial in Black
households. Thankfully, that tide has shifted in recent years as
conversations around racial trauma, psychological strain, and
internalized stress have risen to the forefront of culture.
With a renewed focus on both learning and unlearning, Black
Americans are prioritizing their mental and emotional well-being.
In this chapter, we’ll explore how Black Americans are
approaching mental wellness and the unique di
ff
erences
between diverse subsegments of the broader community.
MINDING OUR MINDS

MENTAL HEALTH + WELLNESS | RELATION TO OVERALL HEALTH
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Q22. Please select the point in the scale that describes how much you agree or disagree with
each statement below. "Mental health is a signi
fi
cant part of overall health." (Completely
Agree)
Black Americans
58% 50%
Non-Blacks
“Mental health is a signi
fi
cant
part of overall health.”
50%
Black Men
BLACK AMERICANS ARE SIGNIFICANTLY MORE
LIKELY THAN NON-BLACKS TO COMPLETELY
AGREE THAT MENTAL HEALTH IS A SIGNIFICANT
PART OF OVERALL HEALTH.
63%
Black Women
60% 60%
Black LGBTQ+ Black Living with
a Disability
This was the highest of all ethnic segments and signi
fi
cantly
higher than the 37% of Asian Americans who completely agree.

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How would you de
fi
- 58-year-old Black woman from the South
“A healthy lifestyle
begins on the inside
where you control your
emotional and mental
condition. You take
care of it.”

SMART MARKETING MOVES | SENTIMENTS ON BANKS_
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Despite a strong acceptance that mental health and well-being are a critical part of
one’s overall health, Black Americans are not as con
fi
dent in their knowledge of how to
achieve and maintain mental health.
Q22. Please select the point in the scale that describes how much you agree or disagree with
each statement below. "I know what to do to keep myself mentally healthy."
LESS THAN 4 OUT OF 10 COMPLETELY AGREE THAT
THEY KNOW WHAT TO DO TO STAY MENTALLY HEALTHY.
At 50%, Black Americans earning
$100K+ are most likely to feel
con
fi
dent in their knowledge of how
to stay mentally healthy.
Gen Z is the least con
fi
dent with
only 30% of 18-24 year olds
completely agreeing that they know
how to stay mentally healthy.
43% of Black Americans who identify
as LGBTQ+ and/or those who have a
disability show increased con
fi
dence
in maintaining their mental health.
1. 2. 3.
Completely Agree
Somewhat Agree
Don't Agree or Disagree
Somewhat Disagree
Completely Disagree
3%
5%
16%
36%
39%

Completely Agree
Somewhat Agree
Don't Agree or Disagree
Somewhat Disagree
Completely Disagree
5%
6%
16%
35%
38%
5%
6%
14%
27%
48%
Blacks
Non-Blacks
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MOST BLACK AMERICANS SAY
THEY WOULD BE COMFORTABLE
SEEKING OUT PROFESSIONAL HELP
WITH MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES.
Q22. Please select the point in the scale that describes
how much you agree or disagree with each statement
below. "If I ever experienced mental health issues, I’m
comfortable seeking medical help."
There is a strong age correlation, with
comfort levels increasing signi
fi
cantly as
Black Americans age.
1.
At 58%, Black Americans who are living with
a disability are also much more likely to
completely agree they would be
comfortable seeking medical help for
mental health issues.
2.
18-24: 34%
25-39: 40%
40-54: 53%
55+: 60%
MENTAL HEALTH + WELLNESS | SEEKING HELP

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Q22. Please select the point in the scale that describes how
much you agree or disagree with the statement “Self-care is an
important part of my mental health routine.” (Completely Agree)
39%
55%
39%
29%
WHITE BLACK HISPANIC ASIAN
MENTAL HEALTH + WELLNESS | SELF CARE
A HEALTHY MENTAL
HEALTH ROUTINE
INCLUDES SELF-CARE.
Most Black Americans consider self-care
an important part of their mental health
routine. This understanding becomes even
more prominent with age.
• Black 18-24: 37%
• Black 25-39: 54%
• Black 40-54: 60%
• Black 55+: 61%

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NARRATIVE #3
HEALTHY
LIFESTYLES

THE JOURNEY WITHIN
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HEALTHY LIFESTYLES | EXECUTIVE SUMMARY_
One of the most consistent truths we’ve uncovered within
the Black Consumer Project is the strong correlation
between health and success. From health disparities to
food deserts and unequal access to quality health-care,
there are countless obstacles standing between Black
Americans and holistic health and wellness. Yet, despite
these headwinds, the focus is clear.
While the goal may be universal, Black Americans are
taking unique steps on their health and wellness journeys.
In this chapter, we’ll explore these steps and more.

“My friends often ask me for health and wellness advice.” (Any Agree)
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES | CAN I ASK YOU FOR ADVICE?
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Non-Black Black
My friends
often ask me
for health and
wellness advice.
36% 41%
Not only are many Black Americans managing their health on their own,
they’re also more likely to say that their friends often come to them for
advice on health and wellness. This is especially true for those in higher-
earning households.
< $30K $30-$59K $60-$99K $100K+
39% 39% 44% 57%
Foreign-born Black are slightly less
likely than U.S.-born to be asked
for advice from friends. (36% vs.
41%)
1.
Black Americans 55+ are less likely to
have friends ask for advice at 26%.
2.
Hispanics are slightly more likely to
turn to each other for health &
wellness advice at 44%.
3.
1 OUT OF 2 BLACK MILLENNIALS CONSIDER
THEMSELVES A SOURCE OF HEALTH AND
WELLNESS GUIDANCE FOR THEIR FRIENDS.

76%
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CARDIO IS THE MOST COMMON TYPE OF EXERCISE AMONG
BLACK AMERICANS REGARDLESS OF AGE OR GENDER.
Q13. What type of exercise do you do?
While we’ve learned in “The Gender Divide” chapter that Black men claim more
consistency in their workout routine vs. Black women, there are other di
ff
erences
between the types of exercise across both sex and age.
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES | TYPES OF EXERCISE
Cardio 70%
Black Men
48%
23%
35%
Black Women
30%
10%
45%
18-24
60%
48%
22%
49%
25-39
72%
45%
21%
41%
40-54
73%
40%
15%
41%
55+
85%
18%
1%
36%
Weight
Training
Team
Sports
Yoga/
Pilates

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THERE’S CONTINUED INDEPENDENCE WHEN IT COMES
TO BLACK AMERICANS’ EXERCISE SET UP.
Q14. Do you currently have a membership to a gym/sports club/health club?
Q15d. Who do you normally exercise with?
Overall, Black Americans are more likely to have belonged to a gym previously, but
are no longer enrolled. Younger consumers are more likely to be enrolled vs. older
consumers who are more likely to have never had a gym membership.
Do you currently have a
membership to a gym?
Non-Black Black 18-24 25-39 40-54 55+
Yes, I am currently enrolled 34% 30% 34% 39% 25% 21%
No, had one in the past
but no longer enrolled
30% 36% 35% 36% 36% 37%
No, I have never had a
membership to a gym/
sports club/health club
35% 33% 31% 25% 38% 43%
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES | EXERCISE SET UP
Black Americans
are slightly more
likely to work out
alone compared to
non-Black segments
(72% v 67%).
Younger Black
Americans are more
likely to work out
with help from
a trainer (18% vs 7%
average).

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Q15b. Do you follow any fitness influencers or instructors on social media? (Among those who exercise)
Younger generations are more inclined than older generations
to follow these in
fl
uencers and instructors. Black Americans
making $30-59K were most likely to say they were not following
in
fl
uential individuals.
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES | FITNESS INFLUENCERS
Yes
No
72%
28%
67%
33%
Blacks Non-Blacks
Do you follow any
fi
tness in
fl
uencers
or instructors on social media?
18-24: 55%
25-39: 52%
40-54: 69%
55+: 94%
18-24: 45%
25-39: 48%
40-54: 31%
55+: 6%
<$30K: 67%
$30-59K: 73%
$60-99K: 63%
$100K+: 50%
58% of Black
Americans who
identify as LGBTQ+
are following
fi
tness instructors
or in
fl
uencers
on social.
NEARLY HALF OF BLACK MILLENNIALS FOLLOW
FITNESS INFLUENCERS ON SOCIAL MEDIA.

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- 42-year-old Black woman from the South
“A 'healthy lifestyle' is a
comprehensive mode of living
that promotes an individual's
optimal health and well-being.
Healthy daily living habits include
eating, sleeping, exercising,
working and relaxing in ways that
optimally support a person's
natural bent towards happiness,
health and wholeness.”
How would you de
fi

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THERE SEEMS TO BE A FAIRLY CLEAR UNDERSTANDING
IN WHAT MAKES UP A HEALTHY DIET.
Q1d. What type of products would you look for in the supermarket when choosing “healthy products”
for you and your family?
Black Americans are on par with other segments for most
of the healthy food category options. While they’re slightly
less likely to go for ‘low sugar or sugar-free’ products, they
shift to this more with age. Older generations were more
likely to keep up with the traditional options of fruits,
veggies, and low-fat or fat-free, while younger
generations were more inclined to look for forti
fi
ed, keto or
high protein, low carb, and plant-based/vegan products.
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES | FOOD
Fresh fruits & vegetables
Lowfat or fat free
Low sugar or sugar free
Organic products
Forti
fi
ed products
Keto or high-protein, low carb
Plant based or vegan
Gluten-free
14%
21%
16%
3%
21%
48%
42%
77%
16%
22%
17%
2%
19%
42%
32%
77%
Blacks Non-Blacks
18-24: 27%
25-39: 38%
40-54: 40%
55+: 58%
18-24: 41%
25-39: 36%
40-54: 34%
55+: 27%
18-24: 22%
25-39: 26%
40-54: 26%
55+: 14%

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SMART
MARKETING
MOVES
NARRATIVE #4

SMART MARKETING MOVES | REPRESENTATION
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Q1_ Please select the point in the scale that describes how much you agree with the statement (Any Agree):
25. “I pay attention to advertising about health and medications.”
26. "When it comes to the health-care professionals that treat me and others in my family, I actively look for someone of my same race/ethnicity."
27. "I prefer that my doctors/health-care providers be of the same race/ethnicity as myself."
25%
23%
52%
31%
32%
63%
Blacks Non-Blacks
White: 23%
Hispanic: 29%
Asian: 17%
Black Americans are more likely to pay attention to health-
care advertisements and this is increasingly true with age
and income.
They’re also more likely to actively look for and prefer health-
care professionals of the same race/ethnicity.
REPRESENTATION MATTERS ON SCREEN AND OFF.
Foreign born: 50%
US born: 65%
I pay attention to advertising
about health and medications
I actively look for health-care
professionals of my same race/
ethnicity
I prefer my doctors/health-care
providers be of the same race/
ethnicity as myself
18-24: 38%
25-39: 40%
40-54: 32%
55+: 16%

SMART MARKETING MOVES | MEDICAL DISCRIMINATION
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Q29. While receiving health-care, do you feel that you have ever been treated di
ff
erently or unfairly because of your race/ethnicity?
While there are plenty of Black Americans who have not
knowingly experienced discrimination in regard to health-care,
older Black Americans age 55+ were most likely to make this
claim. Younger and more a
ffl
uent Black Americans are telling a
di
ff
erent story.
BLACK AMERICANS ARE 2X MORE LIKELY TO CLAIM THEY’VE BEEN
TREATED DIFFERENTLY AT LEAST ONCE WHEN RECEIVING HEALTH CARE.
While receiving health-care,
do you feel that you
have ever been treated
di
ff
erently to unfairly
because of race/ethnicity?
Black Non-Black
No, never 60% 79%
Yes, once 20% 11%
Yes, 2 or 3 times 14% 8%
Yes, 4 or more times 6% 2%
18-24: 32%
$100K+: 24%
$60-99K: 11%
$100K+: 13%
55+: 68%

SMART MARKETING MOVES | TRUSTED VOICES
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Q20. When it comes to information about your health, who do you consider the most trusted voices?
That is, who do you trust most for this type of information?
7%
7%
5%
24%
22%
24%
56%
57%
3%
4%
12%
16%
20%
23%
52%
53%
Blacks Non-Blacks
Black Americans overall are more likely to list their personal doctors
and doctors in general as trusted sources of information in regard to
health. Younger Black Americans are more likely to trust Black
community leaders than they are the CDC.
GENERATIONALLY, SOME VOICES ARE MORE IMPORTANT THAN OTHERS.
Doctors and nurses in general
Personal doctor or nurse
18-24: 36%
25-39: 45%
40-54: 54%
55+: 67%
The CDC
Family & friends
Black community leaders
Mainstream media and news
Pharmaceutical companies
18-24: 14%
25-39: 20%
40-54: 22%
55+: 34%
Pharmacists
18-24: 25%
25-39: 16%
40-54: 8%
55+: 4%
Black women are
more likely than
Black men to trust
their personal
doctor or nurse as
a trusted voice
(55% vs. 47%).
Black Americans
making $100K+
are more likely to
trust community
leaders (17%).

Q1_30 Please select the point in the scale that describes how much you agree with
the statement “I am a religious/spiritual person.” (Any Agree)
Q1_13 "MY religious beliefs have great influence on my health and wellness practices." (Any Agree)
BLACK HEALTH & WELLNESS | RELIGION
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Black Americans believe that their religious beliefs have
great in
fl
uence on their health and wellness practices.
They are are much more likely to be spiritual and
religious, Black women even more so than Black men.
This spirituality also increases with age and income.
However, younger generations are less likely to agree.
RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY HAVE LONG
BEEN IMPORTANT IN THE BLACK COMMUNITY.
18-24 25-39 40-54 55+
53% 66% 76% 79%
I AM A RELIGIOUS OR SPIRITUAL PERSON
67%
Black Men
70%
Black
72%
Black Women
57%
Non-Black
MY RELIGIOUS BELIEFS HAVE A GREAT INFLUENCE ON MY HEALTH AND WELLNESS PRACTICES
Black
43%
White
36%
Hispanic
29%
Asian
31%

MORE MALE ATTENTION HEALTH INSURANCE LITERACY
Across the board we’re seeing Black men are
more con
fi
dent in their current state of health,
however, there are key indicators, like their
increased likelihood to only see a doctor when
sick, that shed more light on this story. By bringing
more attention to Black men’s health, we can
normalize the conversation and increase healthier
outcomes for the community as a whole.
NEW ROUTINES
Black Americans are
taking a more holistic
approach to wellness.
Self-care has become a
critical component of
health routines, and
people are turning to
plant-based and natural
methods more often.
Marketing e
ff
orts to this
segment should embrace
this truth and focus on
preserving health as
much as preventing
illness.
EXPAND THE
SPHERE OF
INFLUENCE
In addition to doctors,
Black Americans often
turn to faith leaders,
social in
fl
uencers, and
community advocates
for healthcare
guidance. Marketing
strategies should be
mindful to include a
healthy mix of
partnership
and collaboration.
Many Americans are covered by their parents’ health insurance until the age of 26.
However, Black Americans 18-24 were signi
fi
cantly more likely to claim not knowing
how to obtain health insurance than other ethnic segments. Even older adults
indicated having di
ffi
culty navigating the health insurance and healthcare systems.
So, whether individuals are covered by their parents or not, consider expanding
literacy tactics for younger demographics so they are more aware and have more
control over their health and medical insurance as they age.
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SMART MARKETING MOVES | TOP 4_

APPENDIX
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WILL CAMPBELL MELANIE WILLIAMS ROY EDUARDO KOKOYACHUK
Co-Founder and CEO
Quantasy + Associates
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CARLOS YANEZ
SVP, Head of Strategy
Quantasy + Associates
Co-Founder and Principal
ThinkNow
CSVP, Custom Research
ThinkNow
OUR LEADERS_

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Blacks (A) Non-Blacks (B)
Gender
Male 40% 43%
Female 59% 57%
Age
18-24 15%B 8%
25-39 35% 30%
40-54 24% 24%
55+ 27% 38% A
Born in U.S 90% 89%
Race/Ethnicity
Black, African American 100% --
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 10% A
American Indian or Alaska
Native
1% 3% A
White 2% 81%
Hispanic 7% 20% A
(n=1099) (n=517)
LGBTQ+ 11% 10%
People w/ Disability 20% 20%
Blacks (A) Non-Blacks (B)
Region
Northeast 17% 18%
Midwest 15% 21%
South 57% B 36%
West 10% 25% A
Marital Status
Single 51%B 27%
Married or living with partner 32% 55% A
Separated/divorced/widowed 16% 17%
Employment
Employed (net) 59% A 51%
Retired 15% 29%
Household income
Mean (in thousands) $43,529 $53,716
DEMOGRAPHICS_

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