American Thought Leaders Here’s Why Americans Are Becoming Sicker: Calley Means
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Jan 9, 2025 
Calley Means, co-author of "Good Energy" and a public health reform advocate, dives into the alarming truth about America's chronic disease crisis. He argues that 92% of deaths are due to chronic illnesses and critiques the profit-driven system maintaining this status quo. Means emphasizes the need for more patient-centered healthcare and transparency in public health decisions. He highlights the ethical dilemmas posed by corporate influence in health policies and advocates for a shift from managing sickness to promoting holistic health solutions.
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Corporate Lobbying
- Calley Means helped food companies lobby against removing soda from food stamps.
- He also worked for opioid manufacturers, lobbying to downplay addiction risks.
Sick Care System
- Calley Means' sister, a surgeon, realized she hadn't learned what makes people sick.
- She observed the healthcare system primarily manages existing illnesses, not root causes.
Missed Opportunities
- Chronic diseases represent missed opportunities to address root causes.
- The current system profits from managing symptoms rather than curing diseases.
