Who’s Really Looking Out for Your Health? – IronMag Bodybuilding & Fitness Blog

 

by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN

I’ve been in the supplement industry for over two decades now, and I can tell you firsthand that there is a battle going on between Big Pharma and the supplement industry.

Big Pharma never wants the supplement industry to have ingredients or products that actually work because it interferes with their profits and revenue.

Meanwhile, we are over here in the supplement industry minding our own business, just trying to help people who want a natural way to get healthy and maintain that lifestyle over the long term. Our goal is to prevent issues before they start.

Unfortunately, Big Pharma doesn’t want to cure you. Why? Because there’s no money in that. They want you dependent on them for life and only want to help you manage your issues.

But the bottom line is that there’s a massive battle going on, and your health is on the line.

So, who really cares about your health?

In this article, we are going to dive deeper into this controversial topic and figure out who’s really looking out for your health.

News flash… I think you know where this is heading.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not meant to treat or diagnose any condition. It is recommended that you speak with your doctor before starting any exercise program, making changes to your nutrition plan, or adding any new supplements into your current regimen.

Big Pharma: The Business of Keeping You Sick

Big pharma isn’t in the health business. They’re in the money business.

Pharmaceutical companies don’t make billions by curing diseases. They make money by keeping you on drugs for life. They manage symptoms instead of fixing the root cause.

Think about it. When was the last time a prescription drug actually cured something?

Instead, you get pills to lower your blood pressure, manage cholesterol, or ease joint pain. But do those drugs fix the problem? No. They just keep you coming back for refills for the rest of your life.

And the side effects? That’s a whole other list of drugs you’ll need to manage those. Do you see a theme here with Big Pharma?

The Supplement Industry: Helping You Stay Healthy

The supplement industry is very different from Big Pharma. They focus on preventing issues before they start.

Vitamins, minerals, and natural compounds support your body in ways that big pharma ignores. Supplements help boost your immune system, reduce inflammation, and improve overall health.

They don’t just put a Band-Aid on a bullet hole with your health. They help strengthen your body from the inside out.

Prevention vs. Treatment: The Key Difference

Big pharma is not in the prevention game. They only show up once you’re already sick (which a large percentage of American adults rely on Big Pharma for something).

The supplement industry, on the other hand, focuses on keeping you healthy. They promote health through proper nutrition, exercise, and natural supplementation. The key word there is NATURAL.

Here’s the thing: If you take care of your body NOW, you may never need Big Pharma later. And that’s exactly what they don’t want.

The Money Trail: Why Big Pharma Hates Supplements

I always like to say, “Follow the money.” Big Pharma doesn’t make money when you’re healthy. They make money when you need their drugs.

The supplement industry, however, thrives when people take control of their health. That’s why we’re here, and it’s part of the reason you’re actually reading this article on Ironmag. The supplement industry provides tools to help you feel better, perform better, and stay out of the doctor’s office.

This is the main reason why big pharma fights against supplements. They push for stricter regulations because they don’t want us healthy or able to have ingredients that work. They want them regulated so that only THEY can have such products.

Additionally, they lobby to make it harder for people to access natural health solutions. Because if supplements work, people won’t need as many prescriptions.

And trust me, there’s nothing more that I’d love to happen than to see some of these pharmaceutical companies go out of business. BUT we can only do that if we improve the health of Americans.

The Fear Tactics of Big Pharma

Ever notice how big pharma and the media work together? It’s because they own the media companies.

The media loves to push fear. They tell you supplements are dangerous. They make it sound like vitamins and herbs are risky, while their prescription drugs (with a mile-long list of side effects) are safe.

But guess what? No one believes mainstream media anymore. Especially not after the pandemic and the jab. They pushed all this fear and that everyone needs the jab, and here we are looking at all the nasty side effects people are getting from the vaccines.

Big Pharma funds studies designed to discredit natural health. They use doctors and influencers to push their narrative. And unfortunately, many Americans believe these deceptive practices.

But the reality is millions of people use supplements daily without issues. The real danger? Prescription drugs. Just look at the number of people suffering from side effects, dependency, or worse.

Take Control of Your Health

At the end of the day, you have a choice.

You can wait until you get sick and rely on big pharma to keep you medicated for life. Or you can take your health into your own hands and focus on prevention.

The supplement industry is here to help you. They create products designed to support, protect, and enhance your health naturally.

Don’t let big pharma dictate your future. Choose prevention. Choose health. Choose supplements.