Navigating the Toxic Food System with Dr. Aly Cohen

In this engaging episode of the American Glutton Podcast, host Ethan Suplee chats with Dr. Aly Cohen, a rheumatologist and environmental health expert. Dr. Cohen dives into the evolving role of rheumatology, tackling complex conditions like autoimmune diseases and gout. She discusses her book, *Detoxify*, offering practical strategies to reduce exposure to harmful chemicals in food, water, and products. From the benefits of frozen organic produce to her 21-day plan for healthier living, Dr. Cohen emphasizes sustainable changes over perfection. Tune in for insights on navigating the modern food system and improving health without extreme measures.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Introduction to Dr. Aly Cohen  00:18 - What is a Rheumatologist?  01:47 - Gout and Modern Diets  02:58 - Protein and Individualized Nutrition  04:15 - Detoxifying the American Diet  07:12 - Chemicals in Food and Health Impacts  09:28 - Benefits of Frozen Organic Foods  12:16 - Lifestyle and Environmental Health  16:13 - The Four A's Framework  19:54 - Challenges with Extreme Health Approaches  24:31 - Regulatory Failures and Individual Action  27:38 - Obesogens and Weight Gain  32:23 - The 21-Day Detoxify Plan  35:17 - Safer Personal Care Products  42:59 - Water Filtration Solutions  48:54 - Patient Stories and Practical Changes  51:49 - Closing Thoughts and ResourcesEthan Suplee's Substack:https://ethansuplee.substack.com/American Glutton:https://www.americanglutton.net/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Actor Ethan Suplee was an aspiring plus size model long before it became trendy and now sets out to examine our current obesity crisis. On American Glutton, he’ll talk to everyone from experts to the average Joe, exploring all the diets he has been on over the last two decades, taking us on his journey from obese to svelte and back again, examining what worked and what made him gain everything back plus 50 pounds. Sharing his ever-lasting search for the next quick fix, we’ll delve into the joys of suffering, relativism, dogged determination, and the proper way to braise a pork belly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.