183: Dr. Adrian Chavez - Public health vs. individual health, MAHA, how politics influence health outcomes, America's healthcare + food system and what’s changed in the past year

It was a pleasure having Dr. Adrian Chavez on the show to talk about our current public health affairs and how much of our health is really within our control. Topics discussed: -Discrepancies between health experts and social media influencers online -Public vs. individual health and where responsibility really falls -Changes and defunding to the NIH and what this means for science/research -Recent cuts to healthcare, research and assistance programs -How politics shape health + who it hits the hardest -MAHA then vs. now. What the original message vs. reality and where they stand today -The illusion of progress vs. actual improvements in population health -Conversation around the new Dietary Guidelines, processed foods and consumer marketing -Why we need to keep talking about politics and what we can do about it + so much more in-between. These are conversations that directly shape our health and deserve ongoing attention, regardless of political affiliation. I enjoyed this chat and I know you will too. Where to find Dr. Adrian: IG: @dr.adrian.chavez Listen to The Nutrition Science Podcast HERE Join the Nutrition Blueprint Course HERE Where to find me: IG: @lukesmithrd Check out my website HERE TIA for listening!