VITALS & VALUES PODCAST
Welcome to Vitals & Values, a podcast that explores the intersection of modern medicine, human connection, and purpose-driven care. Each episode features thought leaders, clinicians, and changemakers who are reshaping healthcare from the inside out. Whether you’re a provider, patient, or simply curious about how values influence outcomes, this podcast offers timely insights and heartfelt conversations that matter.
RFK Jr Says Eat More Saturated Fat?
In this episode, David Roden and Lara respond to recent statements by RFK Jr. regarding saturated fat and health. They explore the history of dietary guidelines, the rise and fall of the low-fat movement, and the shifting public perceptions around nutrition. With a focus on evidence over ideology, they discuss why nutrition is too complex for blanket statements—and how oversimplified narratives can do real harm. The episode emphasizes the role of public trust in health messaging, the influence of the food industry, and the need for humility and nuance when discussing what we eat and why.