This Month on Wellness Talk

Hello Wellness Talk listeners!

This month has been incredibly insightful as we delved into the critical topics of pesticides, diabetes, and the role of nutrition in healthcare. We've also explored the MAHA's Childhood Health Report and potential solutions for carpal tunnel. Here's a recap of everything we've covered this month.

Episodes

The Toxic Truth: Pesticides, Cancer, and Your Body's Breakdown

In this episode, George discusses the widespread use of pesticides and their impact on our health. He highlights how these chemicals, found in our food, water, and air, require our bodies to constantly detoxify and repair. The episode examines the alarming increase in pesticide usage worldwide and the potential health risks associated with glyphosate. Listen to the full episode here.

Type 5 Diabetes? Here's What That Actually Means

This episode sheds light on type 5 diabetes, a form of diabetes linked to malnutrition, officially recognized by the International Diabetes Federation in 2025. George explains how this condition has been underdiagnosed, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. He discusses the importance of understanding type 5 diabetes, its differences from other types, symptoms, and natural prevention and treatment methods. Learn more by listening here.

Prescription: Nutrition – The Med School Mandate

George delves into Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s push for nutrition-focused courses in medical education. The episode discusses the ultimatum issued to medical schools, threatening withdrawal of federal funding for noncompliance. It emphasizes the importance of nutrition as essential preventive medicine and the need for medical professionals to prioritize nutritional education. Listen to the full episode here.

MAHA’s Childhood Health Report: Progress or Just Promises?

In this episode, George analyzes the MAHA report, highlighting the drivers of unhealthy children: ultra-processed food, toxic chemical exposure, screen-driven stress, and prescription drug use. He critiques the report's focus on "more research" instead of bold actions to reverse disease trends. George stresses the need for policymakers to prioritize children's health over corporate profit by overhauling money flows, incentives, and regulatory capture. Learn more by listening here.

Posts

Carpal Tunnel Solutions – Protect Your Nerves and Brain

Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein discusses carpal tunnel syndrome, a common neuropathy affecting the median nerve. The post explores the symptoms, risk factors, and underlying health risks associated with carpal tunnel syndrome. It emphasizes the importance of recognition, prevention, and healthy support for maintaining nerve health and a healthy nervous system. Read the full post here.

Nerve Nutrients for Comfort, Balance, and Neuroprotection

This blog post emphasizes the importance of nerve health and the role of nutrients in maintaining nerve function. It discusses how nerves are constantly challenged by oxidative stress and how antioxidants and nutrients can help maintain healthy cell membranes. The article also covers various factors that cause oxidative stress to nerves and highlights the importance of remyelination. Read more here.

Roundup Weedkillers Caused Multiple Cancers in Rats, Large International Study Finds

Suzanne Burdick, Ph.D. reports on a new peer-reviewed study that found glyphosate exposure at levels deemed safe by regulatory authorities can cause multiple kinds of cancer. The study, conducted by researchers from the Ramazzini Institute and Boston College, revealed carcinogenic effects in rats exposed to glyphosate-based weedkillers, including tumors in multiple organs. The article discusses the implications of these findings amidst the ongoing global debate on the safety of glyphosate. Read more here.

How Pesticides Disrupt Gut, Brain, Heart, and Hormones

Dr. Linda J. Dobberstein explores how pesticides disrupt various bodily functions. The post details how pesticide residues enter the body and trigger inflammatory reactions, gut microbiome changes, and increased intestinal permeability. It discusses the impact of pesticides on the gut, lungs, heart, kidneys, nervous system, and reproductive organs. Read the full article here.

Thank you for tuning in to Wellness Talk with George Batista! We hope you found these episodes and blog posts informative and helpful in your journey to better health. Be sure to listen to the episodes and visit the blog posts for a more in-depth look at each topic. Stay well!

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