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PSEUDOSCIENCE

Sources in the Pseudoscience category may publish unverifiable information that is not always supported by evidence. These sources may be untrustworthy for credible/verifiable information; therefore, fact-checking and further investigation are recommended on a per-article basis when obtaining information from these sources. See all Conspiracy-Pseudoscience sources.

History

Gundry, MD, based in California, was founded by Dr. Steven Gundry, an ex-cardiac surgeon who has transitioned to promoting dietary supplements and alternative health approaches. Dr. Gundry’s methods have drawn criticism from medical professionals and skeptics due to their departure from mainstream medical consensus. He has authored several books and appears frequently on television and in other media to promote his ideas and products.

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Funded by / Ownership

Agoura Health Products, LLC, is the legal owner of the trademark GUNDRY MD, which is associated with Dr. Steven Gundry’s brand and is funded through the sale of dietary supplements, books, and related products.

Analysis / Bias

Gundry MD’s products and promotional materials often veer into pseudoscience and alternative medicine. Dr. Gundry has been criticized for promoting dietary approaches that lack strong scientific evidence and making unverified claims about his products’ health benefits. While some dietary advice may be harmless or beneficial for some individuals, other claims made by Gundry MD lack sufficient scientific backing or may be misleading to consumers.

Dr. Gundry promotes the idea that lectins found in many foods are harmful. He claims that these compounds cause inflammation and weight gain and contribute to several health issues. However, there is little scientific evidence to support these claims. Dr. Harriet Hall, a retired family physician known for her skepticism toward pseudoscience, highlights the lack of definitive evidence supporting Gundry’s assertions about lectins and questions the safety and efficacy of following his restrictive dietary advice. A Forbes Health article authored by Dylan Bailey, M.S., R.D., F.A.N.D., and reviewed by Michelle Routhenstein, M.S., R.D.N., C.D.E., C.D.N., examines the controversy surrounding lectin-free diets linked to Dr. Steven Gundry’s work. While some tout benefits, scientific evidence for completely eliminating lectins is scant. Critics warn of potential health risks due to nutrient deficiencies and unhealthy eating patterns.

Furthermore, Dr. Gundry monetizes his platform by selling various products, including Polyphenol-Rich Olive Oil, ProPlant Complete Shake, and Coconut Chocolate Bars, among others. These items are marketed with exaggerated health benefits and varying price points, raising questions about the objectivity of his health advice given his financial interests in promoting certain products.

In addition to promoting pseudoscience and questionable dietary advice, Dr. Steven Gundry has authored a study questioning the safety of mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccines, drawing criticism and an “expression of concern” from the American Heart Association (A.H.A.). While the study’s conclusions have faced scrutiny, its existence suggests a stance that could align with anti-vaccine sentiments.

In general, as a result of his promotion of pseudoscience, unsubstantiated health claims, and involvement in controversial studies, Dr. Gundry’s credibility comes into question.

Failed Fact Checks

• mRNA vacs dramatically increase inflammation on the endothelium and T cell infiltration of cardiac muscle and may account for the observations of increased thrombosis, cardiomyopathy, and other vascular events following vaccination. – False

Overall, we rate Gundry MD as a strong Pseudoscience website based on the promotion of unsubstantiated health claims, a financial interest in promoting products with exaggerated benefits, and a controversial study that resulted in a failed fact check. (M. Huitsing 02/12/2024)

Source: gundrymd.com 

Last Updated on February 12, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check

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