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Lies I Taught in Medical School By Dr Robert Lufkin
Sep 25, 2023
Dr Robert Lufkin, author of "Lies I taught in medical school," discusses the overlooked root causes of chronic diseases in our current medical system. He shares how he reversed these diseases through lifestyle changes. Topics include the flaws in medical education, the power of nutrition, the evolving nature of organizations, longer consultations, different diets, and finding purpose in life.
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- Medical knowledge taught in medical school becomes outdated quickly, prompting the need for critical examination and updating of beliefs based on evolving evidence.
- Personal lifestyle changes, including nutrition, exercise, and stress management, can successfully reverse chronic diseases and reduce reliance on medication.
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Importance of Constantly Reevaluating Medical Knowledge
Robert Lufkin MD highlights the constantly evolving nature of medical knowledge. He emphasizes that approximately 50% of what is taught in medical school becomes outdated within five years, but it is often unclear which half. This realization made him question the accuracy of traditional medical beliefs and inspired him to write a book about the lies taught in med school. Lufkin encourages a critical examination of established medical practices and a readiness to update beliefs based on evolving evidence.
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