The Dr. Hyman Show Bonus: Why Chronic Disease Is Exploding (Full Conversation with Daniel Schmachtenberger)
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Jul 4, 2025 
Daniel Schmachtenberger, an applied philosopher and systems thinker, discusses the alarming rise of chronic diseases and the flaws in our current healthcare system. He delves into the socio-economic and environmental roots of these issues, advocating for a holistic approach to health. The conversation highlights the need to prioritize prevention, re-evaluate farming practices, and address environmental toxins impacting our health and fertility. Schmachtenberger also emphasizes community empowerment in tackling these challenges for a healthier future.
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Anthropogenic Causes of Disease
- Chronic illnesses are largely caused by anthropogenic factors including pollution, diet, and lifestyle\n- These man-made conditions create a disease-causing environment rather than spontaneous illness
Disease is a Continuum
- Disease is a spectrum from mild dysfunction to severe symptoms and death, not a binary state\n- Optimal health requires addressing root causes even before symptoms appear
Reversing Alzheimer’s Case
- A young man with Alzheimer’s and multiple toxic burdens was able to reverse cognitive decline with detoxification and tailored support\n- This challenges what medicine traditionally believes about irreversible diseases
