Christine Dennis

Dr. Christine Dennis, a Senior Research Scientist, discusses the troubling rise of antibiotic resistance stemming from agricultural practices. She highlights how antibiotic use in livestock creates superbugs that threaten public health. The conversation covers the surprising findings that vegans possess fewer antibiotic-resistance genes compared to meat-eaters. Dennis also shares alarming data on drug residues in meat and links between poultry consumption and urinary tract infections, urging a reevaluation of food safety and dietary choices.

Dr. Christine Dennis, a senior research scientist, dives into alarming revelations about meat and dairy contaminants. She delves into the connection between Mycobacterium avium paratuberculosis (MAP) and sarcoidosis, highlighting its presence in U.S. dairy products. Dennis also discusses the controversial use of the carcinogenic drug carbadox in pigs, revealing industry resistance to its ban. Furthermore, listeners are introduced to shocking findings about the composition of hot dogs and fast-food burgers, raising questions about food safety.