Ep 511 Happy Holidays and Obesity (Really?)

Intro

Dr. Ron welcomes the audience to the show and expresses his gratitude for their support.
He mentions that this is a season for family and friends and not to be concerned about the coming year.
He emphasizes the importance of being your own medical warrior and taking care of your health.
Obesity and Weight Loss

Dr. Ron criticizes the diet culture and emphasizes that people shouldn't be dying to lose weight.
He talks about the dangers of the drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, citing a 1,500% increase in calls to poison control centers related to Ozempic.
He also mentions that these drugs are expensive and can have serious side effects.
He advises people to focus on healthy lifestyle changes instead of relying on quick fixes.
Holiday Health Tips

Dr. Ron suggests that the best time to diet is between New Year's and Christmas, not between Christmas and New Year's.
He encourages people to stay hydrated, avoid excessive alcohol, and eat healthy foods during the holidays.
He recommends laughter, exercise, and saunas as ways to improve overall health and well-being.
Environmental Toxins and Health

Dr. Ron briefly mentions the dangers of microplastics, nanoplastics, and chromium-6 in our environment.
Outro

Dr. Ron thanks the audience for tuning in and wishes them a happy holiday season.
He encourages them to question everything and be prepared for the changes that are coming to the healthcare industry.
He invites listeners to send him topic suggestions for next year's shows and to call in to his live podcast.