Mark Hyman, MD | The Hidden Costs of Poor Nutrition on America’s Economy and Health | Dr. Mark Hyman @drmarkhyman | Uploaded September 2024 | Updated October 2024, 1 day ago.
I had the privilege of testifying before the Ways and Means Health Subcommittee Hearing: Investing in a Healthy America: Chronic Disease Prevention & Treatment.

Chronic disease is an epidemic that burdens our healthcare system and devastates millions of lives. It's responsible for skyrocketing healthcare costs and preventable suffering, but there is a better way. At this hearing, I had the opportunity to share how we can shift from a system that treats symptoms to one that prevents disease at its root. By focusing on food as medicine, lifestyle changes, and addressing environmental factors, we can not only reduce the burden of chronic disease but also help Americans live longer, healthier lives.

This testimony highlights the transformative changes needed to rebuild our healthcare system—centering on prevention, innovation, and holistic treatment. Together, we can create a future where health, not sickness, is the foundation of our care system.

Find the full hearing here: bit.ly/3Bk1uQS