Crunchy moms who have spent years telling their child’s pediatrician they want to limit the vaccines their child receives may soon have an advocate in Washington, D.C. 

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who President-elect Donald Trump has tapped to head the Department of Health and Human Services, is spending the week before Christmas meeting with Senators on Capitol Hill ahead of his expected confirmation hearing early next year. 

Kennedy has branded himself as the leader of the “Make America Healthy Again” campaign, or MAHA, raising concerns over the obesity in this country, the processed food in American grocery stores, and the vaccines given to children. 

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that in 2000, one in every 150 children had been identified with autism spectrum disorder. By 2020, this number had risen to one in every 36 children. Kennedy has voiced support for studies to examine if the rise in autism is linked to the increasing number of vaccines given to babies and children. 

“I’m not anti-vaccine, I just want good science,” Kennedy said in April during an appearance on “Real Time with Bill Maher,” adding, “I am against vaccine mandates.” 

Trump says he expects Kennedy to present him with reports on vaccines, but has assured the American people that they will still have access to vaccines. 

“You’re not going to lose the polio vaccine,” Trump told reporters during a press conference at Mar-a-Lago on Monday. 

Kennedy’s “MAHA” movement comes at a time when many Americans are embracing health trends. The U.S. wellness economy is valued at $1.8 trillion, according to Global Wellness Institute. From ditching seed oils to taking a cold plunge, many Americans increasingly appear interested in living healthier lives. 

On this week’s edition of “Problematic Women,” we discuss the popular health trends of 2024, how Kennedy could change the nation’s approach to health and wellness, and ways to avoid some of those Christmas goodies. 

Plus, God’s Goop founder Justyn McAndrews joins the show to discuss the surprising health benefits of beef tallow - the perfect gift for your crunchy friend or family member this Christmas.

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