Full Body MRI Scans? More like M-R-WHY?!

On this week's episode of the pod, we're joined by fellow misinformation debunker Dr. David Robert Grimes to dispel some pesky wellness trends and myths. We kick things off with a discussion of full-body MRIs as a voluntary preventive measure for asymptomatic individuals. We'll discuss the cognitive dissonance between these trends and recommended screenings, highlight the privilege and status symbol associated with full-body MRIs, and explore the lack of evidence supporting their use. The conversation also delves into other dangers of the wellness industry, including direct-to-consumer genetic testing and the misdiagnosis of chronic Lyme disease. We'll also explore the nocebo effect and the impact of external factors on symptoms. Then, we'll shift gears to discuss other pseudoscientific wellness practices, including IV drips, vaginal sunbathing, cryotherapy, coffee enemas, urotherapy, and bee sting and venom therapy. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the importance of evaluating evidence in totality and the challenges of cherry-picking studies. You don't want to miss this!

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