Keeping It Real: Conversations with Jillian Michaels The Surprising TRUTH about Anti-Aging, Food as Medicine & What They’re Hiding About Alzheimer’s with Max Lugavere
Aug 27, 2025
Max Lugavere, NYT bestselling author and brain-health advocate, joins the conversation to reveal eye-opening insights about nutrition and longevity. He debunks misconceptions about Alzheimer’s, emphasizing controversial dietary strategies like the ketogenic diet. Max shares his perspective on food as medicine and the alarming effects of ultra-processed foods on health. With a mix of science and personal anecdotes, he highlights the importance of informed dietary choices and ongoing awareness for dementia prevention.
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Amyloid Hypothesis Reignited By Fraudulent Paper
- The amyloid hypothesis dominated Alzheimer's research despite weak clinical benefits from plaque removal.
- A 2006 paper that reignited the field contained fraudulent Western blot images and was later retracted.
Science Method Vs. Research Industry Problems
- Science is a method but the research industry has systemic fraud and conflicts that distort findings.
- Retractions reveal billions in misplaced funding and misplaced public trust.
Revolving Door Undermines Regulatory Objectivity
- The regulatory 'revolving door' creates predictable conflicts of interest at agencies like the FDA.
- Many agency leaders later take industry jobs, which undermines objectivity in public health decisions.
