The Wellness Greenhouse

     The United States has the highest rate of prescription drug use in the world, with nearly 70% of Americans prescribed at least one pharmaceutical drug. Big Pharma spends a lot of money marketing to doctors and patients alike. Pharmaceutical drugs are known to have dangerous side effects such as brain fog, weight gain, and even death.With so many Americans taking medication for something, there's bound to be some serious side effects. The pharmaceutical industry is worth billions of dollars, $1.48 trillion as of 2021 to be exact, and it's no secret that prescription drug sales generate a sizable profit. However, there is growing concern that the industry may not be looking out for our best interests and may not want us to heal ourselves. In this blog, I will briefly summarize why: Profit Motive: The profit motive is the most obvious reason why Big Pharma does not want us to heal ourselves. The pharmaceutical industry is a for-profit industry, with companies striving to max