Episode 49: Leaked Report- Can MAHA Really Make America Healthy Again?

In this episode, we dive deep into the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission’s leaked strategy report, submitted to President Trump earlier this month and quietly leaked before its official release. The “Make Our Children Healthy Again Strategy” lays out sweeping changes to how the federal government addresses childhood chronic disease, from overhauling nutrition guidelines and banning food dyes, to tackling overmedicalization and rethinking the role of ultra-processed foods.

But the report isn’t without controversy. Critics point to missing depth on root causes like poverty and food insecurity, questionable transparency in its citations, and concerns about agricultural and pharma industry influence.

Join us as we break down:

  • The four drivers of childhood chronic disease identified by the Commission.

  • The most significant, and contentious, policy recommendations.

  • Why the report’s leak, delays, and past credibility issues are fueling political and public backlash.

  • The broader implications for public health, industry, and the future of U.S. nutrition policy.

This is more than a health policy debate, it’s about the future of America’s children and whether government intervention can truly move the needle.