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This week on Fat Science, Dr. Emily Cooper, Andrea Taylor, and Mark Wright tackle the frustrations of navigating the American healthcare system—especially when it comes to treating metabolic dysfunction, diabetes, and obesity. Mark vents about insurance obstacles, while Dr. Cooper breaks down how short-term thinking, excessive profit layers and lack of preventive care put patient health at risk.
Andrea and Dr. Cooper share personal stories and expertise about the high cost and complexity of accessing vital medications. Together, they explore how incentives, policies, and profit motives harm patient outcomes and propose ideas for a system that truly values health over profits.
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Fat Science is a podcast on a mission to explain where our fat really comes from and why it won’t go and stay away. We are committed to creating a world where people are empowered with accurate information about metabolism and recognize that fat isn’t a failure. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.
If you have a question for Dr. Cooper, a show idea, feedback, or just want to connect, email us at [email protected] or [email protected].
Science is supported by the non-profit Diabesity Institute which is on a mission to increase access to effective, science-based medical care for those suffering from or at risk for diabesity. https://diabesityresearchfoundation.org/
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This week on Fat Science, Dr. Emily Cooper, Andrea Taylor, and Mark Wright tackle the frustrations of navigating the American healthcare system—especially when it comes to treating metabolic dysfunction, diabetes, and obesity. Mark vents about insurance obstacles, while Dr. Cooper breaks down how short-term thinking, excessive profit layers and lack of preventive care put patient health at risk.
Andrea and Dr. Cooper share personal stories and expertise about the high cost and complexity of accessing vital medications. Together, they explore how incentives, policies, and profit motives harm patient outcomes and propose ideas for a system that truly values health over profits.
Key Takeaways:
Personal Stories & Practical Advice:
Resources:
Fat Science is a podcast on a mission to explain where our fat really comes from and why it won’t go and stay away. We are committed to creating a world where people are empowered with accurate information about metabolism and recognize that fat isn’t a failure. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.
If you have a question for Dr. Cooper, a show idea, feedback, or just want to connect, email us at [email protected] or [email protected].
Science is supported by the non-profit Diabesity Institute which is on a mission to increase access to effective, science-based medical care for those suffering from or at risk for diabesity. https://diabesityresearchfoundation.org/
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