The Food Matters Podcast

What impact is your diet really having? Are the foods you eat harmful, or could they be saving your life? We are facing a growing epidemic of diet-related chronic diseases and a climate change crisis, both of which are linked to high meat consumption. What we eat impacts our health and the health of our children. But its impact is much bigger than that. It also affects the entire planet. The truth is, you can actually make a big difference to your health and the planet and it starts with your knife and fork. In this incredible conversation with John Robbins you'll discover the flaws with mainstream nutrition advice, how to eat less meat and more plants, and ways you can make more conscious food choices. John Robbins has written 9 books, selling more than 3 million copies including the game-changing book Diet for a New America. With his son and colleague Ocean, John serves as co-host and co-founder of Food Revolution Network and is the star of an upcoming documentary that we're very, very excited about. In this week's episode with John Robbins, you'll discover: The flaws with mainstream nutrition advice. Ways to bring more plant-based foods into your diet. How our current meat consumption is impacting our health and the planet more broadly. How the modern diet is leading to higher rates of disease. Foods to avoid and include to combat inflammation Simple ways you can make more conscious food choices. And much, much more. This conversation with John is insightful, shocking, and inspiring, and amid uncertainty, he gives us hope for the future. If you're ready to turn over a new leaf in life, this is the podcast for you. Episode resources: Watch Transcendence documentary series featuring John Robbins (film) Learn more about John Robbins (website) Learn more about Food Revolution Network (website) Diet for a New America (book) Top 6 sources of plant-based protein (article) 7 nutrients you may be missing on a plant-based diet (article) Simple ways to eat more veggies (article) 50 ways to shop healthy on a budget (article) If you enjoyed this podcast, please share it with your friends and family on social media or leave a comment. We'd love to hear from you, and hear about your experience with eating more plants and making more conscious food choices.

What would you do if you couldn't fail? It's the question that drives Kristina Karlsson, the dreamer behind Swedish-design stationery company Kikki K, which went from an idea at 3 a.m. to her opening 100 stores across the globe. Kristina is endlessly passionate about helping people like you to create their dream life and today we're going to talk about how she got started on the work that she does today, the importance of having a dream, and how you too can turn your dreams into reality. In today's conversation, together we explore the relationship between values, dreams, and purpose, and how one of Kristina's greatest visions has helped to give back to schools in Zimbabwe. She balances her self-doubt with big dreams and is on a mission to inspire one million others to do the same. In this week's episode with Kristina Karlsson you'll discover: Kristina's radical story and her 3 am list. Kristina's top 4 tips for success. Top questions to ask yourself when listing out your dreams. The beauty of giving back and one woman's mission to inspire. How negative self-talk could be holding you back. Using self-care and self-love to serve your dreams. Kristina's morning ritual. How to align your life with your values. This episode is set to inspire you to let go of the limiting beliefs holding you back and start to make your dream life your reality. You have everything you need inside of yourself - now go! Episode resources: Watch Transcendence Documentary Series (website) Learn more about Kristina Karlsson (Instagram) Your Dream Life Starts Here (book) Tererai Trent Organization (website) The Demartini Value Determination Process (website) The Food Matters Guide to Mastering Your Morning (guide) If you enjoyed this podcast, please share it with your friends and family on social media or leave a comment. We'd love to hear from you, and hear about your experience with setting goals and chasing after your dreams.

Did you know that you can use the power of the mind to heal? This is exactly what this week's podcast guest did after a horrific biking accident that nearly left him paralyzed. The brain is our most incredible organ and it's capable of so much, perhaps even more than we could have ever imagined. And with the right knowledge, it can be rewired to undertake the kind of self-healing that even modern medicine isn't capable of. Dr. Joe Dispenza is the living example of everything he teaches. He is someone who went from being in the prime of his life to questioning if he will ever walk again - in a single moment. His injury was one that changed his life forever and paved the way to a new way of thinking. He is now the world-leading expert in rewiring your brain to help you heal from the inside out. In this interview, Dr. Joe will walk you through the methodologies and the concept of emotional healing, how our thoughts and feelings are the vocabularies of the brain, and how we can actively control these to mobilize our body's natural healing capacity. Dr. Joe Dispenza is an international lecturer, researcher, and New York Times, bestselling author. As a lecturer and educator, he is passionate about the potential that each of us has for greatness and unlimited abilities - if we allow them. In this week's episode with Joe you'll discover: About the injury that changed his life and why he decided to heal himself without medical intervention. The science of quite literally changing your mind and how you can do it yourself. How he reconstructed his entire body using the power of the mind. The negative effect of the body's stress response. How to open up the doors of possibility to answer the questions that aren't available in a textbook or online. And much, much more. This incredibly transformational episode is packed with groundbreaking science and real, tangible ways to help heal. Now it's time to put them to work. Episode resources: Learn more about Dr. Joe Dispenza (website)(book) Watch Transcendence documentary series (film) Learn why doctors are prescribing meditation before medication (article) 7 ways meditation affects the body (article) How to have a happy mind (article) Guided meditation for anxiety, stress & overwhelm (video) 5 ways to eases anxiety (article) How to treat depression naturally (wellness guide) If you enjoyed this podcast, please share it with your friends and family on social media or leave a comment. We'd love to hear from you, and hear about your experience with using the brain to heal.

The Powerful Benefits of an Anti-Inflammatory Diet with Ocean Robbins What exactly is inflammation, and how do the foods we eat play a role in it? In this episode with Ocean Robbins, our conversation centers around an anti-inflammatory diet, the overwhelming health benefits of this lifestyle, and the top foods to eat to support it. Ocean explores the key factors that contribute to inflammation and, if left unaddressed, the long-term implications of chronic cases. It surprises people to know that inflammation is actually a naturally occurring reaction in the body. This process allows the body to heal itself when we get a cut, bump, or bruise. What isn't normal, or isn't ideal, is long-term chronic inflammation. Our bodies aren't built to withstand that kind of pressure, and often this results in the development of chronic disease. That's why it's essential that we begin to shift towards an anti-inflammatory diet. Ocean Robbins is a passionate advocate of food as medicine. Alongside his father, John Robbins, he is the founder of Food Revolution Network, an online-based education and advocacy-driven organization committed to healthy, ethical, sustainable food for all. In this week's episode with Ocean Robbins, you'll discover: The key lifestyle and nutritional factors that contribute to inflammation. How inflammation is actually a natural response from the immune system to protect the body. How to combat and prevent chronic inflammation through nutrition (no drugs necessary). Ocean's top 7 foods to fight inflammation and the best plant-based source of omega-3s. Plus, so much more. Episode resources: Learn more about Food Revolution Network (website) Discover anti-inflammatory recipes and meal plans in the Clean Eating Program (program). Read Ocean's best-selling book, 31 Day Food Revolution, (book) Order John Robbins' book, Diet For A New America (book) Throughout this conversation, you'll begin to understand why inflammation is one of the most talked-about topics in the industry, and you'll learn real, tangible ways to heal.

Stress eating is a habit that many of us are all too familiar with. But in times of need, it makes sense right? We typically reach for the foods that bring us comfort. The issue arises when we find ourselves in periods of prolonged, chronic stress, with food being our savior. That's when it becomes a habit that we need to take a deeper look at. In this week's episode with Marc David, we're doing exactly that. Marc is the Founder and primary teacher of the Institute for the Psychology of Eating. He's a leading visionary, teacher, and consultant in Nutritional Psychology, and the author of the classic, groundbreaking, and bestselling books Nourishing Wisdom and The Slow Down Diet. For more than three decades Marc has paved the way in eating psychology and nutrition and I'm excited to talk to him today about: The importance of our relationship with food and its impact on our highest potential. The impact of stress on our appetite, digestion, and overall health. Common causes of emotional eating (e.g. binge eating) and how to identify them. How the Slow Down diet works and its relation to stress impact. The physiological impacts of fast eating. Roadblocks to having a healthy relationship with food & everlasting self-love. The interconnection between beauty & confidence. And so much more! Episode resources: Learn more about Marc David (website) Watch the trailer for Hungry for Change (film) You can discover Arielle Ford's bestselling book, Wabi Sabi Love (book) Discover the ultimate transformational food experience with our signature Clean Eating Program (guided program) I know that the Food Matters community has struggled with stress eating in the past, and with uncertain times like these, I knew Marc would have some sage wisdom to share. I hope you benefit from this conversation as much as I did.

There are so many factors that can impact our weight and our health. Poor food choices and lack of movement are two of the key factors which can lead to weight gain. We believe that the best way to achieve natural, sustainable weight loss is by using a holistic approach that encompasses nourishing foods, movement & mindfulness. If you use these three key pillars in harmony, not only will you lose weight, you'll also feel happier, healthier, and more energetic. But did you know that there is a connection between digestion, stress, and weight gain? In this episode of The Food Matters Podcast, you'll be learning about how external and internal factors in your life could be negatively impacting your digestive health and how this is connected to your weight. If there's anyone uniquely qualified to speak to this subject, it's repeat guest, and bestselling author Jon Gabriel. Jon was lethargic, exhausted, overwhelmed, and led himself on a massive journey of weight loss - more than 220 lbs using the powers of meditation and visualization. This was now 16 years ago, and since this, Jon has been inspiring others to take the simple steps to lasting change. In this week's episode with Jon Gabriel you'll discover: The incredible true story behind how Jon shed a remarkable 220 pounds over a 2 year period. The impact of starvation on weight gain and weight management, and the role of stress in this cycle. How a good microbiome is KEY to health and KEY to weight loss and the science behind it. How to shift your focus to health instead of weight loss PLUS the foods our microbiome crave. How incorporating visualizations into your daily practice can benefit you and help you achieve your weight loss goals. And much, much more. Episode resources: Job Gabriel's annual 21-day meditation for weight loss challenge (website) How to Change Your Universe by Jon Gabriel (book) Hungry for Change (film) Eat Dirt by Dr. Josh Axe (book) Food Matters weight loss guide (guide) 6 types of stress & how they affect your weight (article) Food Matters stress reduction guide (guide) 10-minute guided visualization for weight loss (video) You can also get the latest Food Matters Podcast episodes straight to your inbox by signing up here. Thank you so much for listening. This week's conversation may forever change the way you think about weight loss and I would love to hear how this has challenged your thoughts or inspired you in the comments below!

There is more pressure than ever before to look a certain way! And the secret to a youthful, fresh appearance is the billion-dollar question our society is desperate to find the answer to. One of the things we've learned along the way in our years of being in the natural health profession is that what you put in your body matters, but so does what you put on your body. In this episode of The Food Matters Podcast, I'm excited to be chatting to a very special woman, Therese Kerr, on how we can naturally boost our glow and radiance without succumbing to the pressure of the beauty industry to buy the latest magic potion. Therese is a visionary, author, public speaker, and creator of the Divine Company which is a premium and organic Australian skincare company. She is the beautiful mother of the famous supermodel Miranda Kerr and Therese has also been voted one of Australia's top 50 most influential women... and for good reason! A major health scare in 2002, forced Therese to start researching chemicals in day-to-day consumer products and food items and she was shocked at what she discovered. This was the turning point that sparked her career change and passion to incite positive change. In this week's episode with Therese Kerr you'll discover: Therese's holistic approach to health and graceful aging. Strategies to adopt to prevent and reverse wrinkles and bags under your eyes. The formation of skin conditions, pimples, psoriasis, and blemishes, plus how to treat them. How to support the detoxification of the skin. How to include dry brushing into your beauty routine. What led Therese and Miranda to create Kora and The Divine Company. The difference between organic and certified organic. Top harmful chemicals in many cosmetic products that should be avoided. The lack of regulation in the beauty and cosmetic products industry. The harmful effects of endocrine-disrupting chemicals. The link between toxicity in the body and obesity. Best plant-based oils for the skin. How what we put on our skin affects our gut health. I hope this conversation inspires your beauty routine, whether it's making a change or continuing your journey. If you enjoyed this podcast, please share with your friends and family on social media or leave a comment, we'd love to hear from you, and hear about your experience with switching to organic and natural products.

We are living in a high-tech, low-touch society that's driven by attainment and consumerism. We have reached a point of spiritual bankruptcy, that has left us intentionless in our actions, deficit of attention, and ultimately unhappy. What does it really mean to be happy, and to reach spiritual enlightenment? This question has been discussed since the beginning of time. Often seen as the 'Buddhist Ideal', the ways in which we can achieve spiritual enlightenment have been debated and contested. It's a conversation filled with wisdom and questions about our human nature, a topic we're always eager to hear more of. In this extended interview from Season 2 of Transcendence, Reverend Michael Beckwith, founder of the Agape Spiritual Center, imparts his wisdom on how we can raise our vibrational frequency and return to a state of contentment. A place where we radiate, shine, give, and share our unique and innate gifts with the world.

Incorporating more plant-based foods into your diet is one of the most powerful steps you can take to improve your health, boost energy levels, and prevent chronic disease. And transitioning to a plant-based lifestyle should be fun and enjoyable, but there are also some key conditions to keep in mind. Whether you are just wanting to add more plant-based foods to your diet or go completely vegan, McKel Hill is here to share your expertise and insight into how to make the change. In this episode, join James as he chats with McKel Hill from Nutrition Stripped about her journey to eating more plant-based foods, how to make sure you're getting enough micronutrients, and her favorite, most nutrient-dense plant-based foods. Mckel Hill is a nutritionist, dietician, author, and influencer. She is the founder of Nutrition Stripped where she outpours her passion for clean eating and getting more plant-based foods in order for people to be their own health advocate and know how good being healthy can feel. In this week's episode with McKel Hill you'll discover: McKel's journey to a plant-based lifestyle. Important factors to consider when going plant-based living. Key macro and micro-nutrients to be aware of when going plant-based. The number one mistake most people make when going plant-based. The useful exercise of journaling and keeping a food log. Food combining and supplementing with protein powder. Complete plant-based protein sources. Top 3 plant-based foods McKel recommends eating and her top 3 foods to avoid. Practical tips for getting started with a plant-based lifestyle. McKel's favorite nutritious dishes and snacks. Plant-based nutrition is a trend that has been increasingly on the rise, and hasn't shown any signs of disappearing soon. McKel is a visionary leader in this field, so this week has been an extremely eye-opening episode of The Food Matters Podcast. Episode resources: Shop Food Matters Pantry Staples here. Learn more about Nutrition Stripped here. Game-changing Plant-Based Recipes here. Plant-Based Protein Sources here.

It's time to take back our health, starting with our food. Food is information and when you eat the right foods, it gives your body the right information. Increasing evidence also shows that food is the most powerful "drug" we have not only to prevent, but also to reverse, many chronic illnesses. In this episode of The Food Matters Podcast, you will learn from one of the best minds in the nutrition industry. Dr. Mark Hyman believes that we all deserve a life of vitality and that we have the potential to create it for ourselves. That's why he is dedicated to tackling the root causes of chronic disease by harnessing the power of Functional Medicine to transform healthcare. In this week's episode with Dr. Mark Hyman you'll discover: The truth about the food industry and how it is driving the health, economic, and environmental crisis. The role of food and disease, and the key drivers of the diseases we see today. The frightening facts about sports drinks. The truth about fat and different types to include and avoid. The importance of the gut microbiome and foods to eat for a healthy microbiome. Effects of gluten, coeliac disease, and gluten sensitivities, plus how to avoid them. Foods to eat, and foods to avoid for optimal health. Mark's message to the world. And much, much more.

We all know we shouldn't eat too much sugar, the problem is, it's sneaking into so many food products, even some that are touted as health foods! In this week's podcast episode, join JJ Virgin, celebrity nutritionist, fitness expert, and 4x NY times bestselling author, where she lifts the veil on sugar and discover how different foods can powerfully change the way we feel daily. In this week's episode with JJ Virgin you'll discover: The key elements to making yourself feel beautiful. Number 1 confidence zapper and how to mitigate it so you can be your happiest self. Main causes for bloating & how to mitigate them. 7 foods that cause intolerance plus JJ's advice on food sensitivity testing. The connection between sugar and gut dysfunction, the dangers of fructose and artificial sweeteners plus 'Healthy foods' that have as much as 44g of sugar! Differences between fructose and glucose and how they are used in the body. How to transition off sugar & simple swaps. Everyday foods that support confidence and radiance. Adaptogens, what they are, why they are useful and how to use them. Tips for weight loss, traveling, & eating out. JJ's natural beauty rituals and guiding wisdom and principals.

Our hearts ache with the loss of Sir Ken, after an extraordinary life as one of the world's leading thinkers on creativity and innovation. Sir Ken Robinson Ph.D. passed peacefully on 21st August 2020, surrounded by family after a short battle with cancer. Sir Ken is well known and respected for his TED talk lecture called "Do Schools Kill Creativity" and is an NYT bestselling author. He is a force for good in championing the notion that the non-academic components of our education system should be considered with deep reverence, especially with how they can help culture a new form of children and humanity out in the world solving the biggest problems of today. Sir Ken, you will be deeply missed. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you, interview you, and get to share your wisdom with the world through Transcendence 2. For that, I will be forever grateful. In this week's episode with Sir Ken Robinson you'll discover: The founding principles and history of mass public education. The concept of academic ability and disability among a population. Sir Ken's childhood experience with his own physical disability. How the way we interact with animals has changed in recent years. How creativity is the executive wing of imagination and how we can express this in our own lives. The characteristics of language, visual art, and the growth of human civilization. Diversity vs conformity; how this is present in our culture and the natural world. Practical applications for cultivating more creativity and broadening the ways we educate ourselves and our children.

The mind-body connection - we know it's powerful, but did you know that it actually has the ability to create or cure chronic disease - especially when stress and fear are involved? In this week's podcast episode, join author, speaker, health coach, and founder of 'Chris Beat Cancer', Chris Wark. When it comes to battling stress in the face of severe illness, there is no one better. Chris shares his life-changing decisions and mindset he took on when faced with a death sentence - the C word. It was these mind shifts that took him from stressed out and full of fear, to healthy and cancer free, today. In this episode, you'll discover: How Chris went from fear-driven cancer patient to confident cancer survivor and thriver How Chris used the power of nutrition to help him heal Why breaking negative thoughts and emotions is crucial for healing How to connect the mind & body to facilitate a healing process How your fear and stress negatively affect your health Learn the free techniques you can start using today to help you overcome fear, stress, and regain your health

"But people have been eating meat for years..." "Bread has been a staple since the beginning of time and no one had a gluten problem back then..." We've all heard these remarks before, and in fact, they're not wrong. But thousands of years ago, people ate these things as they came from Mother Nature, not pumped with chemicals and additives our modern food cultured has introduced. So how can we get back to those basics, eating real food the way it was intended? In this week's episode of the Food Matters Podcast, James talks with healthy living expert, Cyndi O'Meara and they tackle that exact issue, plus how to get back to eating the foods that will lead to an optimal life. Cyndi is a nutritionist, best-selling author, international speaker and founder of 'Changing Habits'. Not your standard nutritionist, Cyndi disagrees with low-fat, low-calorie diets, and believes that cheat days are an important part of a well-balanced diet. She must be doing something right because she maintains a healthy weight and has never (in her whole life!) taken an antibiotic, pain-killer, or any other form of medication. In Episode 22 of the Food Matters Podcast with Cyndi O'Meara, you will learn: How Cyndi has avoided using conventional medications her whole life Why wheat, once a staple, is now causing gut related issues Cyndi's approach to diet, eating well, and eating sustainable and chemical free What foods make up an ideal, gut-supportive diet Non-food elements that help to support gut health The four P's that lead to a strong, healthy body How to spot a phony health product in the stores Cyndi's take on the supplement industry How to live a healthy lifestyle on a budget Cyndi's tips on raising kids that choose a healthy lifestyle

Could meditation and yoga be the key to overcoming fear and anxiety, reducing stress, sleep better, leading to a better connection with yourself? In this week's podcast episode James and Koya dive deep into how powerful meditation, yoga, and self-love can be! Koya Webb is an internationally recognized yoga teacher, personal trainer, holistic health and wellness coach, author, and motivational speaker. From a young girl growing up in country town Tennessee to fitness model in California, the lessons that she learned along her journey are inspiring and uplifting. It's these lessons that push her to share her passion with the world. You never fail, unless you stop trying. In this week's podcast episode you will discover: How growing up as an outcast, pushed her to be an overcomer The drastic changes she has made in her diet throughout her life How she started to embody mental, spiritual, and physical fitness The group support that helped keep her motivated and pushed her to even greater success Why self-love is the most important aspect of her life The best daily self care rituals

In this week's podcast episode, James Colquhoun interviews Joe Cross - entrepreneur, author, filmmaker, and wellness advocate - about his journey to health and how he maintains his newly formed healthy lifestyle. They discuss the health problems that Joe experienced that made him realize he needed a cleanse and reboot, highlight the signs and symptoms your body may be giving you that it might be calling out for a cleanse, and examine why juicing was his method of choice to change and reinvigorate his life.

The gut - we can't stop talking about it! As such a complex yet vital part of our health, understanding the power and influence of the gut on your body is incredibly important. So, we've brought in another expert... Sayer Ji is a widely recognized author, writer, researcher, and presenter, as well as the founder of GreenMedInfo.com, an evidence-based natural medical resource with over 1 million views each month! GreenMedInfo profoundly believes that education equals empowerment, and with knowledge, people have the power to change their lives and the lives of those around them. In episode 19 of the Food Matters Podcast, you'll discover: The intertwined physiological connection between your skin & gut health The role of essential fatty acids in your diet and the contribution toward gut and skin health The impact of oxidative stress from chemicals found in your everyday life Less commonly known factors exacerbating leaky and inflamed gut How our modern day agricultural sprays affect your gut permeability

We often come across people who have everything yet suffer with depression, anxiety or adrenal fatigue; and those with nothing who are overflowing with happiness and fulfillment. In this week's podcast episode, James chats with Frank Ferrante. If you haven't heard of Frank, he is the star of his own film called May I Be Frank - which is Frank's honest, yet hilarious, journey to a healthier version of himself. James asks the questions, gaining a deeper insight into Frank's transformation of body and mind during the course of the documentary. Frank goes beyond the physical and lifestyle changes he experienced during his overhaul and delves into the mental challenges he had to overcome to truly become at peace. In this interview, we dive into an incredibly important aspect of Franks health journey: Emotional cleansing & transformation. You will also discover: The childhood traumas and abuse he faced that lead him to have an unhealthy life as an adult How living unaligned with his core beliefs lead to a deep depression The few yet powerful words that his spiritual advisor asked in order to find forgiveness of himself How finding his inner sense of wealth and fulfillment began to change how he approached everything in life with love

Food can either be the foundation of health or the foundation of disease, the choice is ours. Last week I had the pleasure of speaking with the host and co-founder of Food Revolution, Ocean Robbins. In this interview with Ocean Robbins, you will learn: Two powerful foods that could help reduce cancer by 64% The alarming statistics on the growing disease epidemic The latest research around food and nutrition How to reduce your risk of Alzheimers and Dementia Ocean's tips for living for longevity Click here to learn more about the 8th Annual Food Revolution Summit and to save your free seat.

An average woman uses twelve personal care products each day, exposing herself to 168 unique chemicals. These products don't always remain on the skin's surface. Many cosmetic ingredients penetrate the skin. This means you could be unwittingly exposing yourself to chemicals like formaldehyde, phthalates, and parabens, which have been linked to cancer, birth defects, and hormonal chaos. That's why this week we are diving deep into the truth behind the beauty industry with Kevin Gianni, co-founder of Annmarie Skincare. In this episode you will learn: About standard personal care ingredients and what effect they have on the body The loopholes in the beauty industry regulations and what they don't have to list Why you should look for natural personal products Tips for choosing the best products to suit your skins need Herbs and essential oils for boosting skin health and looking radiant Simple beauty rituals and routines accessible to everyone Big areas of innovation for skincare

Melissa & Jasmine Hemsley radiate health and beauty - you can't miss it when you see them. Which made me wonder - what's the secret behind their effortless radiance? In episode 15 of the Food Matters Podcast, Melissa & Jasmine spill their secrets for better digestion and beauty. These women are all about eating wholesome food, ethically sourced, and love returning to their Filipino heritage for recipe inspiration. This food-loving, power duo are taking the world by storm with their down to earth approach to eating and nourishing your body. In Episode 15 of the Food Matters Podcast, you'll learn: How their heritage has influenced their cooking style The effects of mindful eating, listening intuitively to your body and finally forgetting the dieting myths from the 90s' How subtle changes in your eating habits can result in big impacts in your life The duo's beauty secrets (Plus, the skin secrets one tropical fruit bears) And, how your intentions and actions can help you heal.

Imagine how you'd feel if, by making simple changes, you could start to sleep through the night, waking up fresh and energized. If you're finding it difficult to get a good night's sleep you're not alone. In fact, you're now in the majority. A recent survey in the US found that 52% of the respondents were classified as "not good sleepers". Like you, there are many people around the globe tossing and turning their way through the night, and stumbling their way through the fog of the following day. This week's podcast episode dives deep into what helps us to sleep with Tom Cronin from The Stillness Project. Not only will you learn about how to overcome insomnia, you will also discover: How to address why the nervous system is not allowing you to sleep naturally. How to apply meditation to assist the sleep process. Simple and practical tips on how to get a good night's sleep.

Remember when you used to be that person who didn't know what they wanted? The one who just moved through the motions, attended parties, hung on to the toxic relationships, went to a mundane job - just for a paycheck, ate anything out of a box and participated in the daily grind. But inside were screaming and reaching out in vain to break free from what had become a vicious cycle? Break free from this cycle and learn to liberate your life, strip off the fear, wash away the self-doubt and dress yourself in health, wealth and love in this exclusive interview with Melissa Ambrosini. In this episode with Melissa Ambrosini, you will discover: Melissa's personal health story + how she overcame an eating disorder How her health complications manifested The catalyst to Mel's health transformation How you can begin to overcome your fears The steps to letting go of your limiting beliefs that may be holding you back How to set goals + achieve them Get the full show notes at www.FoodMatters.com

In this exclusive interview, join James as he chats with Dr. Mark Hyman about why we are all so confused about food and nutrition. He explores the foods we should and shouldn't be eating as well as practical advice on how to use plants as medicine. Dr. Mark Hyman is the Medical Director at Cleveland Clinic's Center for Functional Medicine, the Founder of The UltraWellness Center, and a ten-time #1 New York Times Bestselling author. He believes that we all deserve a life of vitality and that we have the potential to create it for ourselves. In this interview with Mark you will discover: Why we are all so confused about food Vegan vs Paleo diet Consequences of factory farming Types of plant-based foods we should be consuming more of Foods people think are healthy but should be avoided? Mark's personal diet How to consume meat in a healthy, sustainable and ethical way Healthy fats to include and fats to avoid Mark's message to the world

When people choose a more plant-based diet, they often have a panic, thinking, "where will I get my protein from!?" The good news is that meat is not the only source, nor is it the best source! In this exclusive podcast interview, join James as he chats with Elizabeth Rider about where to get protein, calcium, and other major nutrients when going plant-based. Elizabeth is a certified health coach, popular international food blogger, and plant-based expert. She loves making healthy delicious and easy. She has studied at Cornell University's plant-based nutrition program and at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, working to better understand just what it is our bodies need to truly be healthy and thriving. In this interview with Elizabeth you will discover: Importance of calcium, protein, B12, iron, folate - and the foods rich in them High-quality supplements and where to find them How eating real food keeps the vitamins working together in our bodies How eating real food gives your body all that it needs Genealogy and how that affects our individual diets Myth Busters and how ads from large corporations have told us what to believe How to set up your kitchen well and budget conscious to eat more whole foods Making plant-based, fun recipes, and her go-to recipes

In this week's podcast interview you'll discover why sleep is crucial for hormone regulation and how you can use visualization for weight loss. In this exclusive interview with Jon Gabriel, you will learn: How sleep apnea causes weight gain The power of meditation to rewire your brain and inhibit stress hormones Tips & strategies on how to achieve restful, nourishing sleep that can transform your life

Have you ever had difficulty waking up in the morning, or had a lack focus and mental clarity? Or maybe you feel tired all the time and can't figure out why! Chronic Stress and adrenal fatigue is an invisible epidemic that millions are suffering from around the world. It's the result of mental, physical and emotional stress. In this week's podcast episode, I am joined by Dr. Alan Christianson to discuss how you can learn to deal with stress and adrenal fatigue.

This week's Podcast episode is dedicated to Charlotte Gerson. Just last week, Charlotte Gerson passed away, one month shy of her 97th birthday. She was a champion in the natural health and wellness movement, helping to continue the legacy of her late father's work, Dr. Max Gerson, who discovered and developed the Gerson protocol. The natural healing protocol help to heal himself from XYZ and others who were going through chronic end-stage disease and even Cancer. Dr. Gerson story is an incredible one, captured in this full interview with Charlotte when we were filming the Food Matters Documentary. It's amazing to think that when we conducted this interview, Charlotte was 86 years old, and an absolute powerhouse, driven by sharing the work of her father. Charlotte - your tireless support that you dedicated to natural therapies and continuing your father's legacy defied your age. We will forever continue to share your films with the world. Rest In Peace Charlotte Gerson.

Gluten - can it really be that bad for you or is it just another trend?? It's time for some answers! In today's episode, we'll be getting to the guts of the issue, once and for all! We have a fantastic interview with Dr. Tom O'Bryan, discussing how a lot of people think "gluten free" is just another fad diet and why this couldn't be further from the truth. Dr. Tom O'Bryan is a clinical practitioner with over 30 years of experience in the field, teaching 1,000s of practitioners himself, he is regarded as the Sherlock Holmes of chronic disease and digestive disorders. In this interview with Dr. Tom, you will discover: If gluten is "really that bad for you" If certain skin conditions people are suffering with are caused by gluten Ways to avoid gluten without feeling "constricted" in your diet What gluten sensitivity and celiac disease really means? Signs you are gluten intolerant

Do you feel like, no matter how hard you try, you can't lose that stubborn weight, you can't seem to get the sleep your body's craving, or your moods seem to be all over the map?! We get you! Better yet, Dr. Libby Weaver gets you! In this episode, Dr. Libby Weaver, one of Australasia's leading nutritional biochemists, author, and speaker, explains exactly what stress is doing to your body emotionally and physically AND she tells you how you can break through that burden of stress to start living! The ripple effect on your life due to long-term stress and the role of cortisol in your body. Living in the sympathetic nervous system; and how it plays havoc on your weight. management, food cravings, sleep quality, patience, moods, self-esteem and overall quality of life. Realizing that the way we eat, drink, move, think, believe and perceive impacts our need to rush. Becoming aware of why you do what you do and work out what led you there.

John Robbins is a 3-million copy bestselling author, social activist, and humanitarian. President and co-founder of Food Revolution Network, aimed at helping you make life choices that enhance your health, nourish your spirit and make the most of each stage in your life's journey. The only son of the founder of the Baskin-Robbins ice cream empire, John Robbins was groomed to follow in his father's footsteps, but chose to walk away from Baskin-Robbins and the immense wealth it represented to "…pursue the deeper American Dream…the dream of a society at peace with its conscience because it respects and lives in harmony with all life forms. A dream of a society that is truly healthy, practicing wise and compassionate stewardship of a balanced ecosystem." His book 'Diet for a New America' helped my Mum and I begin to transform my Father's chronic illness at the beginning of creating Food Matters. In this episode you will learn: Why John choose to walk away from his Father's multi-billion dollar empire How he helped heal his own fathers chronic illness What's really wrong with the food industry The truth about how food production How Factory Farming is impacting your health John's must-eat foods for an optimal diet Why the longest living people are so healthy How to change your intention and change your life

After an incident in kindergarten, Jim Kwik had countless learning difficulties that led him to being labeled "the boy with the broken brain". This label left a long-lasting imprint on his self-worth, his identity, and beliefs in himself. Learning became his greatest mountain that he saw as an impossible climb. Having made it into university after years of struggle, Jim found himself at the same place he'd always been - incapable of scholarly success. Ready to succumb to the doubts within himself, Jim planned to quit school. It was in this time that Jim met someone who challenged the way he perceived his potential and changed his life forever. Firstly, he asked Jim to write down his aspirations on a piece of paper pulled from a journal that he had in his pocket. He then gave Jim the task to read one book per week about any great man or woman throughout history, plus personal development books - all while he was still completing his university. With the fear of failure taking over, Jim said, "I can't do it". This man immediately took the folded piece of paper from Jim's hands and read his goals out loud. "Something about hearing your dreams come from a stranger's voice… it shook my heart, it shook my spirit, my soul, something fierce" - those goals became the motivation he needed to push himself and to finally believe in himself. Today, Jim uses his experience of shattering those limiting beliefs to help others break through similar barriers and get their brains to reach their full potential. What belief do you have about yourself that are holding you back? Are you ready to break through that belief and make the impossible, possible?

James and Dr. Axe discuss the answers to one of the modern day's biggest health ailments, a dysfunctional gut. The pair explore topics relating to leaky gut, irritable bowel syndrome & Crohn's disease and discuss how we can use natural remedies and nutrition to treat and fight against the root of these issues. Along with nutritional treatments, Dr. Axe also touches on the act of grounding, microbiome uptake and the benefits of mindful eating. It's a must watch to discover more about this foundational aspect of our health!

Marie Forleo, NY Times best-selling author, life coach, and host of Marie TV, guides us through getting rid of those beliefs that could be holding you back. It is our beliefs that drive our actions, and our actions drive our destiny, so our beliefs are actually of paramount importance.

Rich Roll's story is an epic one! At the age of 40, Rich was out-of-shape and working himself to the ground. He decided to make a change and is now a world-renowned ultra-endurance athlete. And he's done it all through the power of food and mindset and today we're going to take a journey through his transformation.