Nicola Lessing

Business Woman, Director, and GM

[Nicola Lessing @NicolaLessing]

Great post from Calley. We are all responsible for our health, well-being and bodies.

[Calley Means @calleymeans]

I recently had a conversation with a friend who runs a clinic network of 1,000+ MDs.

She said the main conversation among doctors is frustration that patients are asking about the "root cause" and "more natural cures" for their conditions.

She said 0% of patients asked these questions five years ago, and now 80% of patients do.

Her doctors see this trend as a negative thing, and spend their time deriding the MAHA movement and social media personalities in the breakroom.

These clinics focus on dermatology and make money selling drugs and procedures. Many dermatological issues are tied to root cause issues (diet/lifestyle) and not a lack of cream or injection.

On Reddit boards, countless medical professionals are decrying these "root cause" questions.

I think this represents a major shift/dynamic happening in medicine that should be openly discussed. Are patients' right to be asking more questions about the root cause, or are the doctors right to be deriding Americans for taking health into their own hands? To be asking about food, exercise, over-medicalization, and lifestyle habits...

Should patients trust their doctors on chronic disease management? Can patients actually reverse their conditions and thrive if they explore the root cause? Are the answers simpler and more under our control than we believe?

I think the answer is clearly yes. I hope the trend of patients asking doctors for the root cause doesn't slow down, and it not only changes how we practice medicine, but also changes our culture to be more empowered.

If you have an acute condition that will kill you right away, see your doctor and listen to them. Our system is a miracle at addressing these acute issues. But that's less than 10% of our spending.

Our system's failure at chronic disease management has economic, national defense, and spiritual effects that are existential.

We need to have respect for our food and our soil. We need to cherish breastfeeding and natural food... We need to ensure kids are away from their phones and outside running around... We need to rejuvenate a grounding in the spiritual...

These are the messages our healthcare leaders should be repeating again and again - and that light is starting to shine through, despite aggressive resistance from hard-working doctors whose income and identity are undeniably tied to the broken status quo.

[FeelGoodThoughts @feelgoodtale]

@TheFigen_ Impromptu 3D Street Art

[Nicola Lessing @NicolaLessing]

This is cute!

[The Figen @TheFigen_]

Very cool street art.

[Christoph Schnelle @ChrisSchnelle]

New Book: The Global Catastrophe that is Evidence-Based Medicine

The first edition of my book The Global Catastrophe that is Evidence-Based Medicine: How to Empower Doctors, Patients, Regulators and Legislators to put Population Health at the Centre of their Focus was published on Amazon in January 2025, available electronically and in hardcopy.

You can find more details and ordering links on my website in the reply.

It was touching to note that already in the first couple of weeks of publication there were many hundreds of purchases and many beautiful reviews coming through. As it states on Amazon:

"The Global Catastrophe that is Evidence-Based Medicine provides an engaging and deeply insightful look into one of the most important and controversial issues in modern healthcare. It is an essential read for anyone concerned about the future of healthcare (including their own health) and the ways in which science and medicine can be manipulated for profit and power.

We are spending more and more money on healthcare and yet are ever increasingly unwell as is the physical and mental health of our children. In addition, our life expectancy is not only reducing, but so too is end of life quality with an increase in dementia and other devastating conditions.

It is as if the more we spend the worse we get. What is going on?

How did we set up such a diabolical system? Who is responsible, how did they do it, why does it continue to escalate at alarming rates and what can we do about it?

This book provides the answers, and they will surprise you. The Global Catastrophe that is Evidence-Based Medicine is a great read. The first two people to read the book were a lay person and a doctor. They both said they could not put it down.

The book is backed by 701 citations that do not need to be read to enjoy and understand what is presented, but can provide support for those who prefer to go into more detail.

The global healthcare landscape has become a topic of increasing scrutiny in recent years, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. People are more aware than ever of the limitations and biases within healthcare systems. The Global Catastrophe that is Evidence-Based Medicine provides a comprehensive, non-political, evidence-backed account of the systemic problems in healthcare.

With increasing interest in alternative approaches to health, evidence-based medicine is a key area of concern for those questioning the status quo. The book will resonate with readers who are interested in understanding the broader implications of scientific corruption, the intersection of politics and medicine, and the ongoing efforts to control public health narratives.

What sets The Global Catastrophe apart is its combination of in-depth analysis, personal experience and practical solutions. This book is not simply a critique of modern medicine — it is a roadmap for how individuals, medical professionals and organisations can take back control of their health and medical practice.

Deeper Understanding: The book does not merely identify problems; it offers readers a deep understanding of the underlying causes and connects disparate issues in healthcare, from corruption in clinical trials to the broader social and economic forces at play.

Joyful and Empowering: Unlike many other books that focus solely on the negative aspects of healthcare, this book has an empowering and optimistic tone. It aims to inspire readers to take action—either individually or collectively—without feeling hopeless about the state of the system.

Practical Advice:

It offers actionable insights for medical professionals, healthcare workers, and everyday people, empowering them with knowledge to make better health decisions and advocate for themselves and their communities.

Amazon Reviews:

1. CPD
5.0 out of 5 stars A topic relevant to all
Reviewed in Australia on 1 February 2025
Verified Purchase

As a health care professional, it is important to me that each and every person feels empowered to make the best choices in regards to their own health and wellbeing. What this book offers is fundamental to supporting us all, on a personal and professional scale.

2. neil h gamble
5.0 out of 5 stars Make The World Healthy Again! Perfectly Topical for 2025 and beyond
Reviewed in Australia on 27 January 2025
Verified Purchase

This book is phenomenal! Groundbreaking. Monumental. What could be a complex subject has been broken open and simplified for all to understand. Exquisitely written and presented. Beyond thorough. Neil Gamble CEO/Chairman

3. DRD Australia, Marketing Specialist
5.0 out of 5 stars There is so much more going on than meets the eyes
Reviewed in Australia on 30 January 2025

Dr Christoph Schnelle has a great ability to bring such a huge topic in a way where he has broken it down into a language we all can follow and consequently deepen with. Reading the book brought so much more to the fore and I realised that there is so much more going on than meets the eyes. I have family members I want to share this book with. Health is everything and important for us all.

[Nicola Lessing @NicolaLessing]

@ChrisSchnelle I've read the book it is FANTASTIC, essential and a riveting read. Why do we accept such harm to our health when it is completely unnecessary? It is a crime not to publish this book!

[Christoph Schnelle @ChrisSchnelle]

13/ We have gone seriously wrong with evidence-based medicine usurping the status of clinicians rather than an equal in the treatment process. There are huge financial interests in guidelines that are threatened if doctors can independently decide when and how to apply guidelines

[Christoph Schnelle @ChrisSchnelle]

Check out my latest article: What makes an exceptionally good doctor? A fun read. https://t.co/rSEn0aL0aJ via @LinkedIn

[Nicola Lessing @NicolaLessing]

@Jim_Jordan not just Americans - millions in the rest of the world also knows it was fraud on a grand scale

[Nicola Lessing @NicolaLessing]

@kayleighmcenany @GilmartinSean thought you were the most beautiful in the world Kayleigh - must make two of you or three if you include me 🌹

[Nicola Lessing @NicolaLessing]

@realDonaldTrump You already have regardless of any fake results. You are a massive win for truth, love, decency and the awakening of masses.

[Nicola Lessing @NicolaLessing]

@realDonaldTrump ha ha 😂

[Nicola Lessing @NicolaLessing]

@rachelmascord Yes it was full of heart - very powerful and touching

[Nicola Lessing @NicolaLessing]

@EvolveHolistic you :)

[Nicola Lessing @NicolaLessing]

@EvolveHolistic wow really? ... looks like a life line!

[Nicola Lessing @NicolaLessing]

@neilgamble8 @abcnews that makes so much sense - amazing they sold them in the first place - well done @abcnews and #NSWHealth

[Nicola Lessing @NicolaLessing]

@DavidKirkpatri3 Great article!

[Nicola Lessing @NicolaLessing]

@EvolveHolistic @TravelbayTravel - me too :) :) :)

[Nicola Lessing @NicolaLessing]

View from my office this morning :)

[Nicola Lessing @NicolaLessing]

@EvolveHolistic - wow yes that is certainly too valuable to put a price on!