The Sickness Syndicate

The world-famous fitness expert and New York Times bestselling author delivers a bold exposé uncovering how Big Ag, Big Food, and Big Pharma profit from making us sick. Why are nearly seventy percent of Americans battling chronic illness? Why are harmful chemicals and additives that are banned in other countries still allowed in the U.S. food supply? What practical steps can individuals take to reclaim control over their diet, fitness, and healthcare in a system rigged against them? In The Sickness Syndicate, New York Times bestselling author and health advocate Jillian Michaels and answers these questions as she exposes the systemic corruption caused by the companies that are integral to American lives. These industries—involving agriculture, food production, and pharmaceuticals—have engineered a cycle of addiction, chronic illness, and environmental destruction for massive profit. From ultra-processed foods designed to hijack your brain to pharmaceuticals that treat symptoms instead of root causes, Michaels reveals how these corporate giants have rigged the system against us. But this isn’t just a book about problems—it’s a call to action. Michaels arms readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to break free from the toxic grip these industries hold on our nation and our government. Filled with practical advice on nutrition, fitness, healthcare, and advice on activism, The Sickness Syndicate empowers everyone to take back control of their personal health and demand systemic change. If you’re tired of feeling powerless—and aching and fatigued—in a rigged system, this book is your roadmap to revolution.