What if the biggest threat to your health isn’t just what you eat—but who controls it?

On this episode of Wellness Unmasked, Dr. Nicole Saphier sits down with filmmakers Patrick and Ashley Sullivan, creators of the new documentary Breaking Big Food: How the American Food System Went Rotten—and How It’s Being Revived.

After a personal health scare, the Sullivans set out to uncover the truth behind America’s food industry—and what they found is shocking. From Big Tobacco quietly acquiring major food companies in the 1980s and 90s, to the explosion of ultra-processed foods and thousands of “generally recognized as safe” (GRAS) chemicals in our food supply, this conversation pulls back the curtain on how we got here.

They also break down:


The hidden history of Big Tobacco’s influence on Big Food


Why U.S. food standards differ dramatically from Europe and Canada


The rise of seed oils, additives, and ultra-processed ingredients


The truth about glyphosate, pesticides, and regulatory loopholes


Surprising sources of toxins—including coffee and everyday “health foods”


Simple, practical tips to avoid harmful ingredients at the grocery store


How local farming, consumer choices, and grassroots movements are driving change

Plus, the inspiring story behind their clean food initiative and how communities are taking health back into their own hands—one backyard, one market, and one purchase at a time.

📺 Breaking Big Food is now streaming on Apple TV and Amazon Prime.

If you care about what’s really in your food—and what you can do about it—this is a must-listen episode.

What if the biggest threat to your health isn&rsquo;t just what you eat&mdash;but who controls it?
On this episode of Wellness Unmasked, Dr. Nicole Saphier sits down with filmmakers Patrick and Ashley Sullivan, creators of the new documentary Breaking Big Food: How the American Food System Went Rotten&mdash;and How It&rsquo;s Being Revived.
After a personal health scare, the Sullivans set out to uncover the truth behind America&rsquo;s food industry&mdash;and what they found is shocking. From Big Tobacco quietly acquiring major food companies in the 1980s and 90s, to the explosion of ultra-processed foods and thousands of &ldquo;generally recognized as safe&rdquo; (GRAS) chemicals in our food supply, this conversation pulls back the curtain on how we got here.
They also break down:
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The hidden history of Big Tobacco&rsquo;s influence on Big Food
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Why U.S. food standards differ dramatically from Europe and Canada
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The rise of seed oils, additives, and ultra-processed ingredients
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The truth about glyphosate, pesticides, and regulatory loopholes
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Surprising sources of toxins&mdash;including coffee and everyday &ldquo;health foods&rdquo;
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Simple, practical tips to avoid harmful ingredients at the grocery store
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How local farming, consumer choices, and grassroots movements are driving change
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Plus, the inspiring story behind their clean food initiative and how communities are taking health back into their own hands&mdash;one backyard, one market, and one purchase at a time.
📺 Breaking Big Food is now streaming on Apple TV and Amazon Prime.
If you care about what&rsquo;s really in your food&mdash;and what you can do about it&mdash;this is a must-listen episode.

Cut through the noise with board-certified radiologist and Fox News contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier as she unpacks the truth behind today’s biggest health headlines and trends. From chronic illness and cancer to cold plunges and detox fads... get real, evidence-based insight to live healthier and smarter. 👉 New episodes every Tuesday and Friday, don’t miss a dose!

 

Every Tuesday, tune in for a full 30-minute deep dive episode, where Dr. Saphier breaks down complex health topics and wellness trends with science-backed clarity and practical advice. Then, every Friday, catch a 5-minute quick-hit recap to stay updated, empowered, and informed heading into the weekend.

 

Dr. Saphier doesn’t shy away from controversy, she challenges misinformation and goes beyond the buzzwords to spotlight what really works. With expert guests, unfiltered conversations, and a no-nonsense approach to health, Wellness Unmasked is your trusted space to separate fact from fiction and make confident choices about your health and wellness. 

 

Keywords/Topics: Dr. Nicole Saphier, health podcast, wellness trends, evidence-based medicine, medical news, functional health, integrative wellness, health tips, health myths, chronic disease, longevity, cold plunge, podcast for women’s health.

Cut through the noise with board-certified radiologist and Fox News contributor&nbsp;Dr. Nicole Saphier&nbsp;as she unpacks the truth behind today&rsquo;s biggest health headlines and trends. From chronic illness and cancer to cold plunges and detox fads... get real, evidence-based insight to live healthier and smarter.&nbsp;👉&nbsp;New episodes every Tuesday and Friday, don&rsquo;t miss a dose!
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Every&nbsp;Tuesday, tune in for a full&nbsp;30-minute deep dive episode, where Dr. Saphier breaks down complex health topics and wellness trends with science-backed clarity and practical advice. Then, every&nbsp;Friday, catch a&nbsp;5-minute quick-hit recap&nbsp;to stay updated, empowered, and informed heading into the weekend.
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Dr. Saphier doesn&rsquo;t shy away from controversy, she challenges misinformation and goes beyond the buzzwords to spotlight what really works. With expert guests, unfiltered conversations, and a no-nonsense approach to health,&nbsp;Wellness Unmasked&nbsp;is your trusted space to separate&nbsp;fact from fiction&nbsp;and make confident choices about your health and wellness.&nbsp;
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Keywords/Topics: Dr. Nicole Saphier, health podcast, wellness trends, evidence-based medicine, medical news, functional health, integrative wellness, health tips, health myths, chronic disease, longevity, cold plunge, podcast for women&rsquo;s health.

Wellness Unmasked with Dr. Nicole Saphier

What if the biggest threat to your health isn’t just what you eat—but who controls it?  On this episode of Wellness Unmasked, Dr. Nicole Saphier sits down with filmmakers Patrick and Ashley Sullivan, creators of the new documentary Breaking Big Food: How the American Food System Went Rotten—and How It’s Being Revived.  After a personal health scare, the Sullivans set out to uncover the truth behind America’s food industry—and what they found is shocking. From Big Tobacco quietly acquiring major food companies in the 1980s and 90s, to the explosion of ultra-processed foods and thousands of “generally recognized as safe” (GRAS) chemicals in our food supply, this conversation pulls back the curtain on how we got here.  They also break down:  The hidden history of Big Tobacco’s influence on Big Food  Why U.S. food standards differ dramatically from Europe and Canada  The rise of seed oils, additives, and ultra-processed ingredients  The truth about glyphosate, pesticides, and regulatory loopholes  Surprising sources of toxins—including coffee and everyday “health foods”  Simple, practical tips to avoid harmful ingredients at the grocery store  How local farming, consumer choices, and grassroots movements are driving change  Plus, the inspiring story behind their clean food initiative and how communities are taking health back into their own hands—one backyard, one market, and one purchase at a time.  🎧 Breaking Big Food is now streaming on Apple TV and Amazon Prime.  If you care about what’s really in your food—and what you can do about it—this is a must-listen episode.

Wellness Unmasked: Breaking Big Food—How Big Tobacco Took Over America’s Food Supply

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