#334: Author of How to Be a Healthy Human, Actuary Emma Tekstra on Wellness Rethink

Emma Tekstra, an actuary turned global health consultant and author of How to Be a Healthy Human, joined BS Free MD to challenge conventional ideas about health and wellness. Emma shared her journey of discovering alternative solutions for her son’s health conditions, which led her to question pharmaceutical reliance and advocate for self-empowered, data-driven approaches. She delved into the history of Big Pharma, the limitations of modern medicine, and the importance of critical thinking in health decisions. Emma also highlighted the need for holistic wellness, social connections, and spiritual health as key elements of longevity.