
Why Fad Diets Fail and What is a Sustainable Eating Plan
09/12/2025 | 16 mins.
With a new โmiracle dietโ appearing every year, itโs no wonder most people are tired of trying and failing. In this episode, Brett explores why 80% of fad diets fail, how restrictive eating harms long-term health, and what a truly sustainable, non-diet approach looks like.Visit Webpage Herehttps://www.brettelliott.com/non-diet-fad-proof-sustainable-eating-plan/See Recipes Herehttps://www.brettelliott.com/all-recipes/Youโll discover the science behind whole-food nutrition, the importance of the food matrix, and practical ways to build a resilient metabolism through real, unprocessed food โ without calorie counting or deprivation.Topics Covered:โข Why fad diets like Keto, Paleo, and Carnivore ultimately failโข The difference between dieting and true nourishmentโข The โGolden Ruleโ of being fad-proof and sustainableโข Common dieting mistakes that harm metabolism and mental healthโข The Non-Diet approach โ eating freely without restrictionโข The Fad-Proof Eating Plan for sustainable energy and balanceโข The role of good carbs, clean proteins, and healthy fatsโข Simple meal ideas and tips for food preparation that preserve nutrientsLearn how to eat for vitality, not vanity โ and discover how Ultimate Herbal Health programs can support your journey to lasting wellness.#FadDiets #HealthyEating #WholeFoods #NutritionScience #DetoxYourBody #SustainableHealth #WeightLossJourney #NaturalHealth #FoodMatrix #HerbalDetox #NonDietApproach #HolisticNutrition #MindBodyHealth #BrettElliott #HerbalHealthSupport the show

New Study - Ultra-Processed Foods Linked To Common Diseases - What Action To take
01/12/2025 | 10 mins.
Ultra-Processed Foods & Chronic Disease โ What the Research Really SaysIn this episode, we dive deep into the truth behind ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and their devastating connection to chronic disease and early death. Backed by two powerful population-based cohort studies from BMJ and JAMA Internal Medicine, I unpack the hard data and explore what it truly means for your long-term health.Youโll discover:โข A breakdown of the BMJ 2023 study, linking UPFs to all-cause and specific-cause mortalityโขย Key takeaways from the French cohort study, showing increased risk of early death among middle-aged adultsโขย Why the modern industrial diet is a silent epidemicโand how it impacts your gut, brain, heart, and immune systemโขย How a clean, whole-food diet and strategic herbal detoxification can reverse this downward spiralโขย Powerful infographics that simplify the science into actionable insightsโขย Practical steps you can take right now to protect your health, reclaim your energy, and live disease-freeThis isnโt just about foodโitโs about freedom from chronic inflammation, obesity, metabolic disease, and mental fog. The good news? You hold the power to change the course of your health destiny.๐ References Covered in This Episode:BMJ Study (2023) โ Ultra-Processed Foods & All-Cause Mortalityhttps://www.bmj.com/content/385/bmj-2023-078476JAMA Study (2019) โ UPF Consumption & Death Risk in French Adultsย https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/2723626โ๏ธ Take Your Health Back โ Try The Toxin Calculator Here: https://www.brettelliott.com/toxin-calculator/โ๏ธ Download my FREE Herbal Detox Guide โ https://www.brettelliott.com/lead_form/free-ultimate-herbal-detox-user-guide/โ๏ธ Try the Ultimate Herbal Detox or BodiClenz programs โ https://www.brettelliott.com/detox-supplements/โ๏ธ Get Free Detox Recipes โ https://www.brettelliott.com/all-recipes/#UltraProcessedFoods #ChronicDisease #HerbalDetox #CleanEating #NutritionScience #BMJStudy #JAMAStudy #DetoxYourLife #BodiClenz #HerbalMedicine #GutHealth #WholeFoodsHealing #PlantMedicine #Inflammation #PreventativeHealth #HolisticHealing #BrettElliottSupport the show

Leaky Gut Syndrome โ Demystified & Solved with Herbs & Food!
26/11/2025 | 21 mins.
In this 20-minute episode, we explore the science and natural solutions behind Leaky Gut Syndrome โ a condition linked to bloating, inflammation, food sensitivities, fatigue, and immune dysfunction. Discover how ancient herbal remedies and everyday foods can help rebuild your gut lining, calm inflammation, and restore balance to your digestive system.Visit Webpage Here https://www.brettelliott.com/leaky-gut-syndrome-causes-and-natural-solutions/Youโll learn:โข What leaky gut is and how it affects digestion and immunityโข What are the range of symptoms related to a leaky gutโข How the intestinal barrier becomes compromised by diet, stress, and inflammationโข Why healing the mucosal lining is essential for long-term digestive healthโข The top herbs for gut lining repairโข Foods that naturally reduce bloating and gas and support gut repair:Perfect for anyone dealing with: IBS, reflux, fatigue, food sensitivities, Post-antibiotic gut symptoms, Chronic bloating, inflammation, or autoimmune flare-ups#LeakyGutSyndrome #NaturalHealing #GutHealth #HerbalMedicine #DigestiveSupport #BrettElliott #SlipperyElm Support the show

Dr Joan Campbell - Is Publicly Funded Holistic Healthcare In New Zealand Possible, or Not?
13/11/2025 | 56 mins.
In this episode, Dr. Joan Campbell shares her 38 years of experience as a Chinese medicine practitioner, nurse, GP obstetrician, and psychologist to explore the evolution of New Zealandโs healthcare system โ from its colonial roots to the current challenges of integrating holistic and Mฤori health models.We dive into the history of free healthcare, the influence of the British Medical Association, the impact of the Anti-Taonga and Anti-Quackery Acts, and the ongoing tension between disease-care and prevention models. Dr. Campbell also discusses the dissolution of the Mฤori Health Authority and what the future could look like for natural health regulation and government restructuring.Topics Covered:Traditional Chinese Medicine in China's Health SystemEvolution of the New Zealand health system from 1830โ1939The shift to free public hospitals and GP care after 1939Free Healthcare For Maori, What Happened To It?The Anti-Taonga and Anti-Quackery Acts and their repealWhy NZ adopted a disease-care rather than a prevention modelHow are our Government HealthCare Subsidies Used By Doctorsย Who would pay for holistic health regulation under the HPCA Act?Challenges of integrating alternative and holistic care into mainstream medicineVisions for a more inclusive, integrative healthcare future in New Zealand#HolisticHealth #PublicHealthcare #NewZealandHealth #MaoriHealth #NaturalMedicine #ChineseMedicine #HealthReform #PreventiveHealth #AlternativeMedicine #HPCA #PublicHealthPolicy #JoanCampbell #HealthcareIntegration #WellnessSystem #HolisticCareSupport the show

Acid Reflux, Heartburn & Indigestion - Holistic Solutions Using Medicinal Herbs and Healing Foods
05/11/2025 | 19 mins.
๐๏ธ Acid Reflux & Indigestion โ Natural Relief Through Diet, Habits & Herbs ๐ฟ With Brett Elliott, Medical HerbalistDo you suffer from acid reflux, heartburn, or indigestion? Youโre not alone โ up to 25% of the Western population experiences these uncomfortable symptoms monthly.In this 20-minute episode, I uncover the true causes of reflux and indigestion (itโs not always โtoo much acidโ!), and share a natural roadmap for healing your gut โ through food, timing, lifestyle shifts, and powerful herbal allies.This episode blends science, ancient wisdom, and practical insight to empower you with tools that actually work โ without relying on long-term medications.๐ฅ In this episode, youโll learn:โ What really causes acid reflux (hint: itโs often low stomach acid) โ Why large meals, late-night snacking, and fried foods worsen symptoms โ Common symptoms beyond heartburn โ including bad breath, nausea, bloating, and even tooth erosion โ How reflux overlaps with IBS, constipation, and dysbiosis โ The dangers of over-the-counter antacids and what studies reveal about dietary fixes โ How changing your meal frequency (e.g. 2 meals a day or small frequent meals) can reverse symptoms โ The surprising power of papaya, pineapple, and kiwifruit enzymes โ Herbal allies for healing reflux and protecting the gut lining:Licorice root (DGL) โ coats and heals the esophagusChamomile & ginger โ relax and soothe the digestive tractFennel & caraway โ reduce gas, pressure, and bloatingSlippery elm & marshmallow root โ demulcent herbs to shield and repair๐ฝ๏ธ Plus:โ๏ธ Which foods to avoid (e.g. fried foods, soft drinks, alcohol, and fast food)ย โ๏ธ How a Mediterranean-style diet reduces GERD risk โ๏ธ The link between reflux and hiatus hernia โ๏ธ Lifestyle tips to relieve pressure on your diaphragm and LES๐ Whether youโre a health professional, herbalist, or just tired of recurring reflux, this episode gives you the insights you need to start healing โ naturally.๐ Visit www.brettelliott.com for free herbal guides, detox programs, and VIP health coaching.#AcidRefluxRelief #IndigestionHelp #NaturalRemedies #HerbalHealing #BrettElliott #DigestiveHealth #GERDRelief #LicoriceRoot #SlipperyElm #ChamomileTea #RefluxDiet #HolisticHealth #FunctionalHerbalism #StomachHealth #GutHealingSupport the show



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