The Real Cost of Ultra-Processed Foods, with Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian

Are we facing a national food crisis that threatens our health and economy? Ethan sits down with Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian, a cardiologist and public health expert, to uncover how the modern food system is making us sick. They dive into the true cost of ultra-processed foods, the history behind our dietary guidelines, and why the "Food is Medicine" movement could be the ultimate solution to our healthcare crisis. Dr. Mozaffarian also shares his candid thoughts on GLP-1 drugs and the future of food policy.

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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00:00 Episode Introduction

00:02:09 Introduction to Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian

00:04:42 The American Food Crisis

00:08:41 How We Got Here: Vitamins and Calories

00:14:50 Food is Medicine and Economic Solutions

00:20:58 Improving School Meals Through Policy

00:26:21 Are Seed Oils Really the Problem?

00:34:00 Defining Ultra-Processed Foods

00:44:46 The Reality and Limits of GLP-1 Drugs

00:54:19 Food Policy and Political Movements

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