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The Health Lies You’ve Been Told (and What to Do Instead) | Dr. Josh Axe

Sep 2, 2025
Dr. Josh Axe, a natural health expert and bestselling author, dives into the myths surrounding modern health practices. He critiques the U.S. medical system and discusses the benefits of personalized nutrition over trendy diets. Axe emphasizes the importance of nutrient-dense foods and their impact on public health, exploring connections between stress and digestion. He shares insights on ancient dietary wisdom and holistic health practices while advocating for lifestyle changes that prioritize wellness over supplements.
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Medical System Mistmatch

  • The U.S. treats chronic, lifestyle illnesses with emergency-style medicine rather than preventive lifestyle care.
  • Poor diet, sedentary jobs, and policy-driven food systems explain much of America's lower life expectancy.
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Profit Shaped Modern Medicine

  • Historical policy and profit motives favored pharmaceuticals over holistic practitioners starting in the early 1900s.
  • This shift shaped medical education, regulation, and public health priorities for decades.
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Soil Depletion Cuts Food Nutrients

  • Modern monocrop farming and soil depletion significantly reduced nutrient density in produce over the last century.
  • Some foods today may contain 40% or more fewer nutrients than 100 years ago.
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