Pursuit of Wellness

Exposing the Broken Healthcare System: How It’s Failing You w/ Dr. Marty Makary


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Ep. 149 On today’s episode of Pursuit of Wellness, I sit down with Dr. Marty Makary, a healthcare advocate, surgeon, and New York Times best-selling author, to dissect the complex web of our current healthcare system and its impact on everyday health. Dr. Marty pulls back the curtain on major blind spots in healthcare, from women's health to food safety issues like food dyes and seed oils in baby formula. We dive into the powerful effects of chronic illness and lifestyle choices, discussing the influence of school lunch programs, hormone disruptors, and the hidden dangers of ultra-processed foods. Dr. Marty also shares how cultural obedience within the healthcare system can delay necessary change and offers practical steps for optimizing family health, especially for children. This episode is an eye-opener on preventative care, the root causes of chronic issues, and the importance of community and purpose in maintaining overall well-being.


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      • 00:00:00 - Introduction 
      • 00:01:32 - Inspiration behind Blind Spots 
      • 00:03:04 - Major blindspots in healthcare
      • 00:05:24 - Blindspot in women's health
      • 00:10:34 - Puberty
      • 00:16:58 - Dr. mentality around modern ideas
      • 00:23:37 - Medical revolution
      • 00:26:33 - Implications of C-sections
      • 00:33:54 - Helping microbiome of newborns
      • 00:36:03 - Seed oils in formula
      • 00:37:21 - Food dyes and Kellogg’s
      • 00:40:33 - Spreading the word to vulnerable populations
      • 00:42:10 - US food
      • 00:47:21 - Advice for children’s diets
      • 00:48:54 - First steps to take towards getting healthy
      • 00:51:03 - Wellness to Dr. Marty

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