Conspirituality MAHA’s Selective Skepticism
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Jan 17, 2026 Whole milk is back on the menu as the tide turns against low-fat options! Derek dives into the controversial new dietary guidelines, highlighting the industrial ties of advisory authors. He examines the benefits of full-fat versus low-fat milk and the science behind saturated fat intake. The discussion explores misplaced fears about seed oils and critiques the characterization of processed foods. With a critical lens, Derek warns against selective skepticism in dietary recommendations and how they can be shaped by activist agendas.
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Guidelines Shaped By Politics Not Pure Science
- Derek Barris argues the new HHS dietary document is loose on science and heavy on industry compromise.
- He frames the changes as politically driven rather than purely evidence-based.
Whole Milk Return And Industry Ties
- Derek recounts how whole milk was removed from schools and childhood obesity still rose, calling Kennedy's correlation spurious.
- He highlights industry ties among Kennedy's advisors to explain the milk push.
Fortification Restores Nutrients In Low-Fat Milk
- Derek explains skim and low-fat milk in the U.S. are fortified to restore vitamins A and D removed with fat.
- He notes clinical trials show fortification restores nutrient availability effectively.