Raymond is an internationally recognized leader in the field of optimal-health maintenance. He is a chemist by training, a graduate of M.I.T., a bestselling author, and a world-class speaker. Raymond has written five breakthrough books, the international bestseller Never Be Sick Again, Never Be Fat Again, Never Fear Cancer Again, Never Feel Old Again, and his newest The Great American Health Hoax. In this episode, we discuss: How Raymond's used his knowledge in biochemistry to save his life Health and disease are choices The way we practice medicine isn't science-based Medical intervention is the leading cause of death in America Very few Americans have ever experience health Having a cold isn't normal Humans are the most toxic creatures on earth We need to focus on getting nutrients and minimizing toxicity Supplements have now become a necessity Most vitamin products don't work How to tell if your vitamins are good quality We are being bombarded with oil soluble toxins Cut your pesticide exposure by 80% by cutting out dairy and eating organic meat Vitamin C helps your liver to detoxify Saunas have now become a household necessity It's time to ditch your microwave Electromagnetic pollution is everywhere and it impacts your body In the future, cell phones may be banned in public places The majority of the time X-rays are useless and they cause cancer Vaccines don't work and they permanently damage your immune system After getting a flu shot your probability of getting the flu increases The supplement Raymond takes first thing in the morning Health is your personal responsibility, accept this Get sugar out of your life *A special note from Marni and Jesse: We know that vaccines are an emotionally charged topic. Our goal with the information brought forward in this episode (and all episodes for that matter) is to allow you, the listener, to make your own informed decisions about your health. If you would like to learn more about vaccines, check out these resources: Dr. Aviva Romm - Vaccinations: A Thoughtful Parent's Guide: How to Make Safe, Sensible Decisions about the Risks, Benefits, and Alternatives (book)* Vaxxed (documentary)* Related links: Raw Elements <== 10% off all Raw Elements products - Apply the code TUHP at checkout (free shipping over $100)* Sunwarrior <== 10% off all Sunwarrior products (free shipping over $100)* Raymond Francis - Never Be Sick Again (book)* Raymond Francis - Never Fear Cancer Again (book)* Raymond Francis - The Great American Health Hoax (book)* Raymond Francis - Never Feel Old Again (book)* Raymond Francis - Never Be Fat Again (book)* Raymond Francis's website Beyond Health website Beyond Health Supplements The Roadmap to Choosing Supplements (resource) Dr. Russell Blaylock - Health and Nutrition Secrets (book)* Note: Links marked with an asterisk (*) are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links won't cost you anything but we will receive a small commission. This is an easy, free way of supporting the podcast. Thank you! How can you support our podcast? 1. Apple users, please subscribe and review our show on iTunes, we make sure to read them all. Android users, be sure to subscribe to our show on Google Play Music. Subscribers never miss any of the action ;) 2. Tell a friend about The Ultimate Health Podcast. They will surely thank you later. You can use the envelope button below to email a friend or tell them about TUHP in person. 3. Join TUHP Facebook group (FREE). This is where we all stay in touch and ask questions in between episodes. Join our community. 4. Our favourite social media platform is Instagram. Follow our adventures. 5. Download our Habits app for iOS. You choose the healthy habits you want to implement and maintain and our app will help keep you on track. Download Habits app. 6. Share using the buttons below. Thank you!