Staff Reports
Last week, the Make America Healthy Again Commission revealed a report that has stirred quite a conversation. This report dares to address the alarming rise of chronic diseases among children and proposes solutions long overdue. Led by the FDA Commissioner, this initiative is set to revolutionize how we think about and tackle health in America. It’s high time we reassessed how our healthcare system functions, focusing on prevention rather than just treatment.
For years, scientists have practically begged anyone willing to listen to pay attention to the overwhelming evidence of unhealthy trends. Yet, the modern medical establishment, with its fixation on treatments and medical codes, seemed to have developed selective hearing. Perhaps the world might be a better place if we invested more in improving school lunch programs rather than resorting to medicating every child with weight issues. The report is refreshingly unorthodox, suggesting we treat diabetes with cooking classes rather than relying solely on insulin. Food plays a crucial role in our health, and it’s time we acknowledged it.
The Make America Healthy Again report boldly highlights that 70% of our diet consists of ultra-processed foods, which can’t possibly be good for anyone, let alone growing children. It also raises issues like environmental toxins and the neglected significance of natural light exposure and sleep quality. In an amusing yet pointed observation, the FDA Commissioner notes that the “F” in FDA stands for food. It’s shocking how often that truth is overlooked in favor of the pharmaceutical industry’s interests.
Of course, the report has also mentioned the complexities arising from food industry lobbyists who would rather maintain the status quo of unhealthy eating habits. However, tackling these industry giants is a battle worth fighting if it means preventing the staggering 40% of children affected by chronic diseases. The FDA suggests addressing health at its roots, focusing on healthier food options and lifestyle changes that can create a more sustainable and affordable healthcare system for future generations.
And as if that battle isn’t enough, the report bravely steps into the controversial territory of COVID-19 vaccinations. There’s been a significant hiccup with the revelations of hidden complications related to vaccines. The FDA is putting its foot down and demanding transparency and trust, no more rubber-stamping vaccines without updated clinical data. For anyone tired of the ongoing health and vaccine debacle, this stance offers a glimmer of hope that maybe, just maybe, common sense is making a comeback.
