The Food Matters Podcast

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.