Health Academy

In 1910, Abraham Flexner published a report on the state of American medical education — commissioned and funded by the Carnegie Foundation, with significant involvement from the Rockefeller Foundation.

The Flexner Report concluded that most American medical schools were inadequate. It recommended standardisation around a German model of medicine — laboratory-based, pharmaceutical-oriented, and rooted in what became known as allopathic medicine.

The report's recommendations were adopted. Medical schools that did not meet the new standards lost funding and accreditation. Between 1910 and 1935: the number of medical schools in America fell from 155 to 66. Schools teaching herbal medicine, homeopathy, naturopathy, and other approaches to health were largely eliminated or marginalised.

The pharmaceutical orientation of the new medical model required: drugs. Drugs were derived increasingly from petrochemicals. John D. Rockefeller's Standard Oil was the primary source of petrochemical derivatives from which many pharmaceutical compounds were synthesised.

The Rockefeller Foundation simultaneously funded medical schools, funded pharmaceutical research, and held financial interests in companies that benefited from a pharmaceutical-based medical system.

This is documented in the foundation's own annual reports and in academic histories of medical education.

The alignment between the educational reform, the pharmaceutical model it promoted, and the industrial interests of its primary funder: has been examined by historians of medicine who have noted the structural conflict of interest.

No claim is made here that the Flexner Report was fraudulent. Much of what it recommended improved safety and rigour in medical education. The question historians ask: was the complete elimination of alternative approaches necessary — or convenient?

💬 The foundation that funded medical school standardisation had financial interests in the pharmaceutical industry those schools would rely on. That's documented. What do you think about who shapes what medicine looks like?

💚 What if one Sunday-night conversation could change the way you approach your wellness all week?

Join us for FEEL GOOD SUNDAY with K, K & J—a relaxed, educational conversation created to help you better understand what you’re putting into your body and why it matters.

💚 Kristen Doyle White, Wellness Academy Member, will help us explore:

🌿 Vital One
✨ Renew
❤️ Abvantage
💧 Body Balancing Drops

She’ll break down what’s inside these products, what makes them different, and how they can support your whole-body wellness journey.

John will guide the conversation, I’ll share my personal experience, and together we’ll talk about real wellness stories, answer questions, and explain how you can get started.

📅 Sunday, August 16
⏰ 7 PM Central
5 PM Pacific • 6 PM Mountain • 8 PM Eastern
💻 Live on Zoom

A great way to end your day and reset for the week ahead. 💚

Comment FEEL GOOD or send me a message to RSVP, and I’ll send you the Zoom link!

Anyone else noticing how intense these scents are now? Fabric softener shouldn’t need its own warning sign.

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🔥 WHAT IF YOUR NEXT BUSINESS FIT IN YOUR PHONE? 📱🌎

No storefront. No commute. No employees.

Just a 10-minute video explaining a business that works like a virtual franchise—from anywhere.

Curious? 👀
Comment LINK and I’ll send it privately.

10 minutes could open your mind to a whole new possibility. ✨

Have you ever stood in front of a shelf and wondered… How do I know which one is actually good? 🤔

There are hundreds of brands selling what looks like the same product. Different labels.
Different prices.
Different promises.

Before you put anything into your body, ask yourself:

✅ Who formulated it?
✅ Is there real science behind it? ✅ Is it tested for quality and purity? ✅ Where do the ingredients come from?
✅ Can the company prove what’s on the label is actually in the bottle? ✅ Would I trust this enough for someone I love?

Your body deserves more than clever marketing. It deserves quality.

The next time you shop, don’t just ask, “How much does it cost?”

Ask, “What is it costing me if I choose the wrong one?”

💚 Quality isn’t an expense… it’s an investment in your health.

💚 One of the best things you can do for your health is choose a low glycaemic (GI) way of eating. It helps support steady blood sugar, balanced energy, fewer cravings, and overall wellness. 🌿

🍎 Lower GI Sweeteners (Best Choices)
✅ Fructose (from whole fruit): GI 15–25
✅ Agave: GI 15–30
✅ Coconut sugar: GI 35–42

🍁 Moderate GI
🟢 Pure maple syrup: GI ~54
🟢 Blackstrap molasses: GI ~55

🍯 Higher GI
🟠 Honey: GI 58–62
🔴 White table sugar: GI ~65

💡 Remember: The Glycaemic Index tells you how quickly a food raises blood sugar. Portion size also matters, so enjoy all sweeteners in moderation. Whole, minimally processed foods are always the best foundation for long-term health. 🌱

🚨 I have a question, and I’m really curious to hear your experiences…

Has anyone ever had to switch from their dominant hand to their non-dominant hand because of an injury, surgery, arthritis, or another health challenge?

✍️ Did you have to learn to write all over again?
🥄 Eat with the other hand?
🪥 Brush your teeth differently?
💻 Use a mouse or your phone with the opposite hand?
How frustrating was it at first? How long did it take before it started to feel natural?
👇 I’d love to hear your story. Even if it wasn’t you, do you know someone who had to make this change?

Photo by Nick Morrison on UnsplashWhat helped them the most?
Your experience might encourage or help someone else reading the comments. ❤️

🌿 Millions of people around the world use moringa every day... but here's a question. 🤔
Do you know which species of moringa is actually in your supplement?

There are 13 different moringa species, but one stands above the rest for its exceptional nutritional value: Moringa oleifera. Even within that species, not all varieties are created equal.

That's why I was fascinated to learn that Partner.Co's new Vital 1 botanical blend was developed using the highest-quality moringa available.

🎥 If you already use moringa—or have ever wondered what makes one moringa product different from another—you'll want to watch this short video.

📩 Comment VIDEO below or send me a message, and I'll send you the link.

🧐 Coca-Cola is at it AGAIN 😂🤣
Sprite + Tea is a widely popular, caffeine-free beverage that blends the crisp, citrusy taste of classic lemon-lime Sprite with smooth, natural tea flavors. Born from a viral TikTok trend where fans steeped tea bags in bottles of Sprite, it officially joined the brand's lineup due to high demand.

⚠️ Did You Know?

Some versions of these household products may contain or be contaminated with ingredients that have raised health concerns:

🧼 Dawn
🍽️ Cascade
👕 Downy
🧺 Tide

The biggest concerns include:

⚠️ 1,4-Dioxane (a possible carcinogen that can form during manufacturing)

⚠️ Formaldehyde-releasing preservatives (in some formulations)

⚠️ Synthetic fragrances (may contain undisclosed chemicals linked to irritation or hormone disruption)

💡 Good news: Occasional use is unlikely to pose a significant cancer risk. However, reducing daily exposure by choosing fragrance-free or safer-certified products can help lower your overall chemical burden over time. 🌿