FDA Commissioner Marty Makary recently discussed a new report titled "Make America Healthy Again," which focuses on chronic diseases affecting American children. He believes this report could lead to significant changes in the U.S. healthcare system. During an interview on Fox News, Makary emphasized the need for a proactive approach to healthcare, shifting the focus from treating illnesses to preventing them.
Makary pointed out that the current healthcare system often emphasizes medications and treatments rather than addressing root causes like diet and environmental factors. He suggested that instead of relying on drugs like Ozempic for weight loss, we should concentrate on improving school lunch programs and educating families about healthy cooking. He believes that food should be viewed as medicine and that we need to pay more attention to issues such as environmental toxins that contribute to health problems.
The report highlights alarming statistics, noting that 70% of children’s diets consist of ultra-processed foods. It also raises concerns about the impact of pesticides, microplastics, and poor sleep quality on children’s health. Makary stressed that this report is based on independent scientific research and aims to tackle the fundamental issues affecting public health.
With 40% of American children suffering from chronic diseases, Makary warned that this trend could lead to a costly healthcare future. He believes that addressing these issues now can help prevent a crisis down the line. He reminded viewers that the FDA’s mission includes food regulation, not just pharmaceuticals, and urged a reevaluation of how health is approached in the country.
The report, released by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has garnered attention from parents across the political spectrum. Makary expressed his excitement about the findings and the potential for real change in how healthcare is delivered in the U.S.