
 Back to the People with Nicole Shanahan
 Back to the People with Nicole Shanahan Got Milk? Mark McAfee Talks Raw Milk, Gut Health, and Sustainable Farming
 Aug 28, 2024 
 Mark McAfee, a fifth-generation farmer and owner of Raw Farm, dives into the world of raw dairy as the largest operation globally. He passionately discusses the health benefits of raw milk, particularly its role in gut health and immune support. Mark challenges traditional views on pasteurization, advocating for a paradigm shift toward whole foods. He highlights the importance of microbes in health and shares insights from his journey from paramedic to sustainable farming. The conversation also touches on the economic impacts of raw milk and the need for better food equity. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 4min 
 The Raw Milk Revolution 
 03:30 • 11min 
 The Role of Microbes in Human Health: Debunking Myths 
 14:33 • 4min 
 The Raw Milk Debate 
 18:09 • 8min 
 The Power of Whole Foods and Gut Health in Immune Resilience 
 26:27 • 2min 
 From Emergency Care to Farming 
 27:57 • 8min 
 The A1 vs A2 Milk Debate: A Critical Perspective 
 36:08 • 17min 
 Wholesome Milk: Health, Farming, and Fairness 
 52:52 • 14min 
