Full Body MRI Scans? More like M-R-WHY?!

Dec 13, 2023

Dr. David Robert Grimes joins to debunk wellness trends like full-body MRIs and direct-to-consumer genetic testing. They discuss cognitive dissonance, privilege, and lack of evidence. Other topics include chronic Lyme disease misdiagnosis and pseudoscientific practices such as IV drips and vaginal sunbathing. They stress the importance of evaluating evidence and addressing misleading information from celebrity influencers.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

The Irony of MRI Scans and Biohacking

01:58 • 28min

Unnecessary Screening and Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing

30:11 • 3min

Misuse of Fake Tests and Treatments

33:05 • 15min

Exploring the Causes and Treatment of Long COVID Symptoms

48:00 • 2min

Pseudoscientific Treatments and Risks of Bee Venom Therapy

49:42 • 7min

Evaluating Scientific Evidence and Misinformation

56:17 • 8min

On this week's episode of the pod, we're joined by fellow misinformation debunker Dr. David Robert Grimes to dispel some pesky wellness trends and myths. We kick things off with a discussion of full-body MRIs as a voluntary preventive measure for asymptomatic individuals. We'll discuss the cognitive dissonance between these trends and recommended screenings, highlight the privilege and status symbol associated with full-body MRIs, and explore the lack of evidence supporting their use. The conversation also delves into other dangers of the wellness industry, including direct-to-consumer genetic testing and the misdiagnosis of chronic Lyme disease. We'll also explore the nocebo effect and the impact of external factors on symptoms. Then, we'll shift gears to discuss other pseudoscientific wellness practices, including IV drips, vaginal sunbathing, cryotherapy, coffee enemas, urotherapy, and bee sting and venom therapy. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the importance of evaluating evidence in totality and the challenges of cherry-picking studies. You don't want to miss this!

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