Diet vs Drugs: Unmasking Public Health Conflicts with Dr. Jude and Dr. Maria Galea
This article shows us we could be saving...One Quarter of a trillion Annual healthcare budget. This change in policy could make an enormous difference.
Ever wondered why public health policies sometimes feel out of sync with scientific evidence? In this eye-opening episode of 'Dr. Body Mind Soul', Dr. Jude sits down with her mother, Dr. Maria Galea, to tackle this very issue. They dive into a hot-off-the-press paper that hasn't even hit the journals yet, shedding light on the hidden conflicts of interest that shape our health guidelines.
From food subsidies on crops like corn and dairy to the aggressive marketing of unhealthy foods to kids, they explore how these factors skew public policy away from what's truly healthy. The conversation draws parallels between the food industry and the tobacco industry, emphasizing the long-term impact of these policies on our health. With a focus on cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, Dr. Jude and Dr. Maria advocate for a science-based overhaul of public health policies.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the intersection of diet, drugs, and public health.