The Inquiry Can RFK Jnr ‘make America healthy again?’
Jan 2, 2025
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. aims to address America's obesity crisis and public health issues. His movement, 'Make America Healthy Again,' focuses on sustainable practices and empowering governmental roles. The podcast dives into the implications of his potential nomination as Health Secretary and the challenges he may face from food corporations. It also explores his shift to supporting Trump and how he might reshape health policies, amid public concerns and political dynamics about food safety and childhood obesity.
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Obesity Crisis
- Obesity is a growing global health crisis, impacting healthcare costs and care delivery.
- The US has a high prevalence of obesity, affecting 42% of adults and 20% of children, increasing their risk of chronic diseases.
Obesity and Processed Foods
- The rise in obesity in the US since the 1970s, accelerating in the 1990s, suggests a common cause.
- The increased availability of high fructose corn syrup and ultra-processed foods correlates with this rise.
RFK Jr.'s Political Journey
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr., from a prominent Democratic family, has become an outsider due to his unconventional views.
- He surprised many by supporting Republican Donald Trump, bonding over their outsider status.