Podcasts Health Hart2Heart with Dr. Mike Hart #104 Dr. Matt Strauss: A Critical Look at Healthcare, Courage, and Controversy

#104 Dr. Matt Strauss: A Critical Look at Healthcare, Courage, and Controversy

Published: Aug. 24, 2023, 10:23 p.m.

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In this episode of Hart2Heart with host Dr. Mike Hart, Dr. Mike Hart sits down with Dr. Matt Strauss, a critical care doctor from Ontario. Dr. Strauss, known for his writings on cannabis, obesity, and courage during the pandemic, shares his skepticism towards modern medical practices, his stance against lockdowns, and his passion for natural therapies. The conversation also discusses the Canadian healthcare system, the importance of a holistic approach to health, and the potential unknown effects of our modern diet.\\xa0

Show Notes:

  • [0:00] Welcome back to the Hart2Heart Podcast with Dr. Mike Hart. Dr. Hart introduces guest, Dr. Matt Strauss, to the listeners

  • [0:50] Question: Can you give the audience just a little brief background about yourself?

  • [2:00] Dr. Strauss shares experiences of treating patients with recurring health issues due to smoking and mental illness

  • [4:40] Discussion on natural therapies for depression, including exercise, diet, sunlight, and joining a choir

  • [3:00] Weed May Play a Role in Weight Loss\\xa0

  • [3:44] Why natural depression therapies are better than pills

  • [9:40] Skepticism about statin prescriptions and public health measures

  • [11:40] Observation of the quadrupling rate of drug overdose among young men during the first lockdown in Ontario

  • [17:40] Vitamin D and Covid-19 discussion\\xa0

  • [21:30] Question: Can you share your knowledge and experience on the growing issue of Canadians not having adequate access to a family doctor?\\xa0

  • [26:40] Criticism of comparing Canadian healthcare only to the American system, suggesting looking at other countries for improvement ideas

  • [28:00] Question: Some data recently has shown that wait times are getting longer and longer in Canada. Do you see that becoming more of an issue and what would you suggest the solution be?\\xa0

  • [32:40] Highlighting the importance of teaching children how to cook healthy meals as a preventive health measure

  • [35:40] Question: What are your opinions on statins?\\xa0

  • [39:44] Question: Do you believe that there is any drug that can extend your life?

  • [43:40] Importance of a holistic approach to health and fitness

  • [47:15] Question: In your year of journalism, is there anything you would like to share with everyone?\\xa0

  • [47:33] Courage is crucial in the fight against coronavirus\\xa0

  • [48:21] Courage Is Calling: Fortune Favors the Brave (The Stoic Virtues Series)

  • [50:20]\\xa0 Controversy around mask-wearing during the pandemic and the courage to voice unpopular opinions

  • [52:00] You can find Dr. Matt Strauss on X (Twitter) @strauss_matt or his portfolio https://authory.com/MattStrauss\\xa0

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Dr. Mike Hart is a Cannabis Physician and Lifestyle Strategist. In April 2014, Dr. Hart became the first physician in London, Ontario to open a cannabis clinic. While Dr. Hart continues to treat patients at his clinic, his primary focus has shifted to correcting the medical cannabis educational gap which exists in the medical community.\\xa0

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