Why 93% of Americans Are Sick — and How to Fix It (ft. Dr. Jeremy Watson)
In this impactful episode of The Real A$$ Word, host Alison Hite (Thacker) welcomes Dr. Jeremy Watson — chiropractor, functional medicine practitioner, and founder of Doc Watson’s Wellness Studio. Together, they discuss the shocking truth about chronic illness in America and how a combination of education, community care, nutrition, and mindful habits can change lives. Whether you’re deep into the wellness world or just getting started, this episode delivers practical steps toward feeling better from the inside out.
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Key Topics Covered
Why 93% of Americans are metabolically unwell
What functional medicine does differently than traditional care
The connection between nutrition, autoimmunity & inflammation
How food, stress, and sleep affect overall wellness
Making healthy habits simple, accessible, and consistent
Why community-based wellness centers matter
How to take responsibility for your healing without shame
“We are products of our environment — and it’s a toxic one. The food, water, and air are making us sick. Functional medicine is about getting to the root and giving people their power back.”
— Dr. Jeremy Watson, The Real A$$ Word Podcast
Dr. Jeremy Watson is a chiropractor and functional medicine provider who leads a holistic wellness community through @DocWatsonsStudio, Market & Wellness Center in the Midwest.
Top 10 Takeaways from the Episode
93% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy — and that’s a crisis.
Traditional healthcare often treats symptoms, not root causes.
Functional medicine uses a whole-body, whole-life approach to healing.
Food is medicine — real, whole food supports healing.
Mindfulness, sleep, and stress management matter just as much as diet.
Health should be accessible — not a luxury.
Autoimmunity is on the rise, but can often be reversed.
Your environment has a massive impact on your wellness.
Community-driven care is essential for long-term change.
You don’t need perfection — you just need to start.
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