Michelle McMacken

Brenda Davis, a registered dietitian and plant-based nutrition expert, alongside Michelle McMacken, a public health leader, and Dr. Theodore Friedman, an internal medicine professor, delve into the multifaceted nature of diabetes. They discuss its impacts on brain health and cognitive function, debunk myths about carbohydrate intake, and emphasize the power of personalized nutrition. The trio advocates for compassionate care, the necessity of community support, and the importance of lifestyle changes, aiming to empower individuals in managing and reversing diabetes.

Rip Esselstyn, Dr. Neal Barnard, Dr. Rob Ostfeld, and Dr. Michelle McMacken discuss surprising family genetics, saturated fat in oils, a study on whole-fat dairy, a NYC plant-first hospital food program, the impact of plant-based diets on hospital patients, and the link between erectile dysfunction and heart health.

Dr. Michelle McMacken, a board-certified internal medicine physician from New York and an expert on dietary fats, shares valuable insights on nutrition. She explains the various types of fats, emphasizing which ones to minimize for optimal health. Dr. McMacken critiques low-fat diet trends and discusses how saturated fats relate to cardiovascular disease. She advocates for plant-based diets, highlighting the importance of omega-3 and omega-6 fats, and provides practical guidance on making better food choices for heart health.