In this episode, Brigid Titgemeier, a functional nutrition expert, addresses the pressing need for nutrition reform in the United States. She and Max delve into how the food industry shapes dietary guidelines, pointing out the troubling increase in chronic diseases and childhood obesity. They discuss the role of industry lobbying and misleading marketing tactics, such as deceptive front-of-package labels, in exacerbating these issues. Brigid emphasizes the importance of choosing whole, unprocessed foods, even when on a budget, and advocates for a cautious approach to food additives and chemicals. The conversation also highlights the political divide surrounding these topics and the difficulties of sifting through conflicting information on social media.
