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Are our modern conveniences fueling a health crisis?

In this episode of the Happy and Healthy with Amy podcast, we delve into the rise of obesity and chronic disease, breaking down how fast food, ultra-processed foods, and our healthcare system have created a perfect storm for poor health.

Learn what you can do to protect yourself and your family.

What to Listen For:

• How fast food culture has reshaped portion sizes and our perception of “normal” eating
• The role of ultra-processed foods in creating addictive eating habits
• Why the food industry resists acknowledging the dangers of ultra-processed products
• How big pharma’s “pill for every ill” approach overlooks root causes of chronic diseases
• The alarming connections between obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cognitive decline
• Tips for making healthier food choices, even in a fast-paced world
• What “mindful eating” really means and how it can transform your health
• The connection between the 2025 Dietary Guidelines and the food industry’s lobbying efforts (see NY Times article)
• Anti-inflammatory foods that support both metabolic and brain health
• Why addressing modifiable risk factors can prevent nearly half of dementia cases

The value our macroculture places on convenience and fast food is driving a health crisis—but there is hope.

By making mindful food choices, prioritizing minimally processed meals, and advocating for holistic approaches to health, you can reclaim your metabolic and brain health. Ready to take the first step?

Book a discovery call with Amy and start building lifestyle habits that to optimize your brain and metabolic health.

RESOURCES:

• Register for the FREE Masterclass: 5 Keys to Protecting Your Brain Health
• Book a FREE Discovery Call with Amy Lang
• Order Amy's book Thoughts Are Habits Too: Master Your Triggers, Free Yourself From Diet Culture, and Rediscover Joyful Eating.
• Follow Amy on Instagram @habitwhisperer