A bonus of the Afterburn, Our review hosts, Ava and Jake, break down their thoughts on the documentary "First, Do No Pharm," which explores critical aspects of healthcare and begins with insights on statins and the impact of lifestyle changes on heart health. The Choosing Wisely campaign and the dangers of ultra-processed foods, while also addressing pharmaceutical misconduct, including the Vioxx scandal and concerns over Aduhelm in Alzheimer's treatment. The episode delves into critical thinking, bias in medical research, and strategies for reclaiming health, emphasizing patient empowerment and preventive care in today's medical system.

(0:00) Introduction to the episode

(0:27) Tony Royal's experience and the role of statins

(3:09) Lifestyle changes and heart health

(4:46) Asim Malhotra and Choosing Wisely campaign

(6:08) Ultra-processed foods and the Too Much Medicine campaign

(7:49) Pharmaceutical misconduct: The Vioxx scandal

(10:11) Aduhelm concerns and Alzheimer's treatment controversies

(13:37) Dr. Satish Gupta's heart disease reversal work in India

(15:00) The importance of lifestyle interventions in healthcare

(17:18) Critical thinking and informed medical decisions

(20:05) Bias in medical research and regulatory body ties

(23:11) Strategies for reclaiming health through lifestyle choices

(26:07) Preventive care and patient empowerment in healthcare

(29:35) Taking control of health in the current medical system