The Dr. Hyman Show Special Episode: Mark Hyman on Revolution Health Radio with Chris Kresser - Fixing Our Broken Food System
Mar 3, 2020
A recent discussion reveals alarming flaws in our food system and how they contribute to chronic diseases and environmental issues. The impact of food marketing on children and the role of regulation, like soda taxes, are critically examined. The conversation also addresses the challenges of food assistance programs and their unintended effects on diets. Advocating for regenerative agriculture, the hosts highlight soil health's importance for food security and present the Food Fix Campaign as a rallying cry for reform and collective action.
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Food Choices: A Systemic Issue
- Diet-related diseases are a global crisis comparable to climate change, impacting not just individual health but also societal and economic well-being.
- Every food choice is a vote with political, social, economic, and environmental consequences.
The Deadly Impact of Poor Diet
- Poor diet, including ultra-processed foods, is the leading cause of death globally, causing an immense economic burden and exacerbating chronic diseases.
- The cost of treating diet-related chronic diseases over the next 35 years is estimated at $95 trillion, nearly the total annual tax collected by the US government.
Diet's Impact on Behavior
- The impact of diet extends beyond physical health to cognitive function, behavior, and even violence.
- Studies show that improving diets in prisons and juvenile detention centers significantly reduces violent incidents and behavioral problems.
