Wise Traditions 528: A Generation Experimented On Without Their Permission with Alex Clark
May 26, 2025
Alex Clark, an advocate for healthcare reform and founder of Culture Apothecary, dives into the alarming health challenges faced by Millennials and Gen Z. She shares her personal transformation from a fast-food lover to a champion of real food and holistic wellness. The discussion highlights the impact of pharmaceuticals and food toxins, sparking a critical reevaluation of traditional health narratives. Alex emphasizes the healing power of nutrition and community engagement, urging a shift in focus towards genuine health issues affecting young people's lives.
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From Chicken Nuggets to Food Awareness
- Alex Clark shares her personal story of living off fast food and ultraprocessed meals, unaware of food chemicals' harm.
- She initially thought concerns about organic food were "woo woo" and fake science.
Pandemic Sparked Health Awakening
- Alex discusses the pandemic's vaccine mandates triggering her skepticism about pharmaceutical motives.
- She reveals being placed on hormonal birth control as a teen with little explanation or education.
False Foundations in Nutrition Education
- The official food pyramid was misleading and contributed to misunderstanding nutrition.
- Health education focused on fat phobia and physical exercise overlooks holistic health concepts.