Black Cssds
Black sports dietitians (CSSD): performance, recovery, and body composition for athletes. Cultural food competence matters for athletes of the African diaspora.
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Maintained by the Black Health editorial team · Updated June 2026
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What to know about Black Sports Nutrition care
Board-Certified Specialists in Sports Dietetics (CSSDs) are RDs with additional certification in athletic nutrition. For Black athletes, especially in sports with disproportionate representation (track, football, basketball), nutrition needs overlap with sickle cell trait considerations, higher rates of exertional rhabdomyolysis, and higher rates of vitamin D insufficiency. Sports dietitians design eating plans for training, competition, weight class management, and injury recovery.
What sports dietitians cover
- Fueling for endurance and strength training
- Hydration strategies
- Weight cuts and gain for sport
- Supplement guidance (and what to avoid)
- Sickle cell trait–aware training nutrition
- Recovery and injury rehab
Advocacy prompts
- Do I have my sickle cell trait status, and does it change my hydration plan?
- What's my real calorie and protein need for my training load?
- Are any of my supplements on the banned list?
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a Black Cssd in the US?
Use the search and filter tools on this page to browse verified Black Cssds in the US. You can filter by telehealth, insurance accepted, and whether the Cssd is accepting new patients. If the list is short, consider virtual options as many Black Cssds serve patients statewide or nationwide.
Are there virtual or telehealth Black Cssds serving the US?
Yes. Many Black Cssds offer telehealth appointments in addition to or instead of in-person visits. Use the telehealth filter on this page to see providers who offer virtual care, which can expand your options significantly if local availability is limited.
Why does seeing a Black Cssd matter?
Research consistently shows that racial concordance between patients and their care team is associated with better communication, greater trust, and improved health outcomes. Patients who share a racial or cultural background with their Cssd often report feeling more understood and are more likely to follow through on care plans.
What should I ask a Cssd before working with them?
Ask whether they are accepting new patients, what insurance they accept, and whether they offer telehealth or in-person visits. It is also worth asking about their experience with conditions relevant to you, their communication style, and how they handle after-hours questions or urgent concerns.
Do Black Cssds in the US accept insurance or Medicaid?
Many Black Cssds listed in this directory accept major insurance plans and some accept Medicaid or Medicare. Use the insurance and Medicaid filters on this page to narrow your search. Contact the provider directly to confirm your specific plan is accepted before scheduling.
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