#334 - Author of How to Be a Healthy Human, Actuary Emma Tekstra on Wellness Rethink

Emma Tekstra, an actuary turned global health consultant and author of How to Be a Healthy Human, joined BS Free MD to challenge conventional ideas about health and wellness. Emma shared her journey of discovering alternative solutions for her son’s health conditions, which led her to question pharmaceutical reliance and advocate for self-empowered, data-driven approaches. She delved into the history of Big Pharma, the limitations of modern medicine, and the importance of critical thinking in health decisions. Emma also highlighted the need for holistic wellness, social connections, and spiritual health as key elements of longevity.BIOEmma Tekstra is an actuary, global health consultant and author of How to Be a Healthy Human: What Your Doctor Doesn't Know about Health and Longevity. She is passionate about helping companies and individuals understand what truly creates health and wellbeing. As a fellow of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, Emma is deeply rooted in the data and science of the human body and what makes it tick or break down. For twenty-five years, she held executive positions at one of the leading global consulting firms, working with some of the world’s largest employers on their health and benefits programs. In addition to consulting, Emma teaches and writes on topics including health and nutrition, the healthcare industry, Corporate HR matters, and faith. Originally from Leeds, England, she now resides in Southern California with her family. LINKSwww.EmmaTekstra.comEmmaTekstra.Substack.comhttps://www.amazon.com/How-Be-Healthy-Human-Longevity/dp/1510779507/ Our Advice!Everything in this podcast is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute the practice of medicine and we are not providing medical advice. No Physician-patient relationship is formed and anything discussed in this podcast does not represent the views of our employers. The Fine Print!All opinions expressed by the hosts or  guests in this episode are solely their opinion and are not to be used as specific medical advice.  The hosts,  May and Tim Hindmarsh MD, BS Free MD LLC, or any affiliates thereof are not under any obligation to update or correct any information provided in this episode. The guest's statements and opinions are subject to change without notice.Thanks for joining us! You are the reason we are here.  If you have questions, reach out to us at [email protected] or find Tim and I on Facebook and IG.Please check out our every growing website as well at  bsfreemd.com (no www) GET SOCIAL WITH US!We’re everywhere here: @bsfreemd   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.