A Century-Old Deception: The Birth of Modern Medicine
Did you know that today, Big Pharma profits over $400 billion a year while more and more Americans suffer, living off daily medications instead of finding true healing? This is the harsh reality of modern medicine – a reality rooted in a history that few truly understand. Let’s embark on a journey to uncover the truths that have been concealed from us for too long, and let these revelations be your guide to a new path of healing and awareness.
The Flexner Report: A Turning Point in Medicine
One of the greatest turning points in all of medicine occurred in 1910 when the Flexner Report was commissioned by the Carnegie Foundation and vigorously pushed by J.D. Rockefeller. This report discredited most natural healing schools in an effort to enthrone pharmaceuticals. The aim was to marginalize and outlaw practices like chiropractic, homeopathy, and herbalism, painting them as unscientific. Rockefeller sought financial gain from synthetic pharmaceutical drugs, rejecting holistic practices that he couldn’t profit from. This was the dawn of a drug-first, symptom-focused system, sidelining natural healing for over a century.
The Profit-Driven Machine Behind Pharmaceuticals
Today, the pharmaceutical industry is a global behemoth valued at over $1.21 trillion, with Big Pharma pocketing $400 billion annually. This industry’s goal isn’t to heal; it’s to profit. The orchestrators behind Big Pharma, like Bill Gates and Anthony Fauci, have a network of financial stakes tightly woven with pharmaceuticals. Gates’ investments in vaccines aren’t purely altruistic; they’re strategic, allowing him to indirectly reap profits and power. Fauci, tied to the NIH, continues to profit from patents and pharma royalties, all under a cloak of healthcare expertise.
A Legacy of Overprescription and Misdiagnosis
Americans now take more pills than ever before. Around 70% of U.S. adults use at least one prescription drug monthly, and nearly 90% of those over 65 take medications. This dependency is not due to a deficiency in drugs; rather, it stems from a medical system designed to mask symptoms rather than address root issues. Overdiagnosis exacerbates this problem, normal human experiences like sadness or fatigue are pathologized, leading to prescriptions that fuel Big Pharma’s profits while patients become more reliant on medications.
The Deceptive Web of Big Pharma Settlements
The history of Big Pharma is riddled with lawsuits and settlements. Purdue Pharmaceuticals misled the public on Oxycontin, sparking an opioid crisis. Johnson & Johnson, GlaxoSmithKline, Pfizer, and Merck have faced billions in penalties, yet these amounts are trivial in comparison to their profits. These companies perpetuate a cycle of deceit, prioritizing financial gain over ethical healthcare.
The Entanglement of Food and Pharma
The pharmaceutical and food industries are two branches of the same entity, feeding into each other for mutual profit. Processed foods lead to chronic diseases, conditions that require medications produced by the very pharmaceutical companies invested in junk food giants. A vicious cycle prevails, where the health of individuals is overshadowed by corporate greed.
Reclaiming Health through Awareness and Wisdom
If you want to be well, awareness is your greatest tool. Discernment and wisdom, seeing through the lies of modern medicine, and a return to natural, holistic methods can illuminate a path to true healing. By understanding the roots of our current system, the influence of the Flexner Report, and the pervasive nature of pharmaceutical deceit, you can reclaim authority over your health.
A New Era of Healing: Looking Beyond Pharmaceuticals
The real healing often lies outside the realm of pharmaceuticals. Conditions like type 2 diabetes, anxiety, or autoimmune diseases can be managed or even reversed through diet, lifestyle changes, and spiritual practices. Embracing practices that focus on the whole being – mind, body, and spirit – can foster healing and wellness that pharmaceuticals can never fully provide.
In conclusion, stay vigilant, question the norm, and pursue paths of truth and health. Thank you for tuning into the Dr. Josh Axe Show, where each week we seek to uncover the truth and empower you to embrace holistic health and experience personal breakthroughs.
