When you look at chronic illness, obesity or overweight and mental illness, almost the entire population of the United States is unwell in some way, and the systems currently in place are not equipped to handle it. In this episode of the Webdelics Podcast, host Scott Mason and guest Dr. Jonathan Fields look at the relationship between physical health, mental health, and the role of psychedelics and plant medicine in healing. They explore the nuances of balancing traditional Eastern medicine with modern approaches, addressing the myths, and shedding light on how these practices, along with a healthy diet and exercise, can transform our approach to health and healing. Join them today, as they navigate the intersections of lifestyle choices, societal health challenges, and the potential of holistic medicine to revolutionize personal well-being.

Dr. Jonathan Fields is the visionary behind the CR8 Health and Integrative Medicine US clinics in South Florida. With expertise in acupuncture, Eastern medicine, and functional medicine, Dr. Fields is a board-certified herbalist and acupuncturist dedicated to holistic healing. His personal health journey, marked by overcoming chronic illness, has fueled his passion for integrating traditional and modern therapies. Dr. Fields is also an advocate for psychedelic research, deeply exploring its potential in transforming healthcare and personal wellness.

Highlights from the conversation:

• "Most of us in this country have it easier than our grandparents did.” Dr. Fields thinks we have it too easy, and relying on pills to fix symptoms does little to bring about real health. “We need to take personal responsibility” he says.
• The interconnection of physical health, mental health, and psychedelics forms a crucial part of holistic wellness. Dr. Fields emphasizes, "60% of Americans have at least one chronic disease... and 20% of us suffer from mental health issues... they overlap a lot."
• Dr. Jonathan Fields is speaking from experience, and recounts his personal health crisis and recovery. He shares, "I was sleeping 12, 13 hours a day... I knew I had one option. Now is my time to actually make not only the lifestyle change but a whole career change."
• "Your mental health is directly linked to your gut health... You can't remove the two." Dr. Fields says. The role of diet in mental and physical health is a critical one.
• We have enough science now, showing that these plant medicines, these psychedelics, have a role to play." Dr. Fields makes the argument that these tools have been used for millennia, and are often dismissed simply because they weren’t recorded using the modern scientific method – but that doesn’t invalidate them.
• The significance of patient expectations in treatment outcomes something more of the medical profession should be paying attention to. Scott Mason points out, "It's not necessarily something that you read a lot when the scientific literature is discussed."
• Dr. Fields addresses the challenges in the current medical system and the need for a holistic approach. He states, "The medical system is broken, the education system is broken, and our attitudes are broken."
• "Never give up. And if one experience doesn't work out for you... find somebody else. Do not give up on yourself." Dr. Fields urges.

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