
Radical Health Rebel
Welcome to the Radical Health Rebel Podcast (soon to be called Beyond The Pain)—your go-to show for uncovering the real root causes of chronic pain and reclaiming a life without limitations. Hosted by Leigh Brandon, a Functional Medicine Practitioner, CHEK Practitioner & Faculty Instructor, Active Release Techniques® Therapist, Emotion Code Practitioner, and author with almost three decades of clinical experience.Each week, Leigh dives deep into the often-overlooked physical, emotional, nutritional, and environmental factors behind persistent pain. Through expert interviews and thought-provoking solo episodes, you'll discover holistic strategies that go beyond symptom management—designed to heal, empower, and transform.Whether you're a health professional, athlete, or someone who's tried everything and still lives in pain, this podcast offers insights, hope, and practical solutions that work when conventional approaches fall short.Tune in to learn how to break free from chronic pain and take radical steps toward lasting health and vitality.
Latest episodes

May 27, 2024 • 1h 10min
94 - The PCOS & Acne Link and What to Do About It with Kerry Jenkins
Welcome to this week's episode of the podcast! Today, I had the pleasure of speaking with Kerry Jenkins, a board-certified physician assistant and functional medicine certified practitioner specializing in dermatology. Our conversation focused on the often-overlooked connection between Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and acne. Despite the complexity of these conditions, Kerry provided straightforward and practical advice for individuals struggling with both PCOS and acne. Stay tuned to learn more about how you can effectively manage these common, yet tricky conditions.We discussed:2:10Kerry’s background and experience helping women with PCOS and acne5:41PCOS is a cluster of symptoms and a metabolic dysregulation9:31The root cause of PCOS27:42Acne is common in women with PCOS33:11Testing for PCOS and Acne36:21The gut microbiome plays a crucial role in acne50:29Where to start if you have PCOS and/or acneYou can find Kerry @:https://www.whisperingwisdom.comhttps://whisper-health.comhttps://www.facebook.com/WhisperHealthFunctionalMedicinehttps://www.instagram.com/whisperhealthSend us a textSupport the showDon't forget to leave a Rating for the podcast!You can find Leigh @: Leigh's website - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/ Chronic Pain Breakthrough Blueprint - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/ Leigh's courses: StickAbility - https://stickabilitycourse.com/ Mastering Client Transformation (professional course) - https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/

May 20, 2024 • 1h 1min
93 - Childbirth Trauma, Gut Health & Chronic Pain with Nickita Stark
Welcome to this week's episode of the podcast! Join me as I sit down with Nickita Starck, a visionary leader and advocate for holistic maternity care. In this episode, we delve into the impact of an over medicalised childbirth system on mothers and babies, discussing how it can lead to chronic pain and long-term health issues. Nickita shares her insights on the importance of informed choice advocacy and natural birthing practices in reshaping the landscape of maternity care. Don't miss this powerful discussion on the transformative initiative "When Push Comes To Shove" and the vital role of empowering women in their birthing journey. We discussed:2:06Nickita's natural childbirth journey10:10The medicalisation of childbirth21:49The knowledge of Breech births is being lost23:55How childbirth trauma affects longterm health41:28When Push Comes to Shove44:05Over-medicalised childbirth and chronic painYou can find Nickita @:https://whenpushcomestoshove.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/when.pushcomestoshove/https://www.facebook.com/wpctsfilmhttps://twitter.com/WhenShovehttps://www.youtube.com/@WhenPushComesToShove/videosSend us a textSupport the showDon't forget to leave a Rating for the podcast!You can find Leigh @: Leigh's website - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/ Chronic Pain Breakthrough Blueprint - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/ Leigh's courses: StickAbility - https://stickabilitycourse.com/ Mastering Client Transformation (professional course) - https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/

May 13, 2024 • 1h 6min
92 - Healing Your Kids Eczema with Andra McHugh
Welcome to the latest episode, where I sit down with Andra McHugh, a mother of four who turned her family's eczema nightmare into a mission for healthier, happier childhoods. Andra knows the struggle of dealing with eczema firsthand only too well. Frustrated by conventional allopathic medicine, Andra took matters into her own hands and found solutions that not only healed her children but transformed their lives. Through meticulous research and real-world experimentation, Andra has cracked the code on eczema and is now sharing her groundbreaking approach with the world.Join us as we delve into natural, actionable solutions that empower parents to reclaim their children's health with Andra's expertise in diet, nutrition, simple at-home remedies, and time-saving hacks for even the busiest families.We discussed:2:42Andra's journey with her kids eczema13:46What eczema is, what causes it and why parents shouldn't blame themselves30:33Allopathic treatments for eczema, their downfalls and Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW)38:14Dietary guidelines to reduce eczema56:08How parents can support their children with eczemaYou can find Andra @:https://eczemakids.com/Send us a textSupport the showDon't forget to leave a Rating for the podcast!You can find Leigh @: Leigh's website - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/ Chronic Pain Breakthrough Blueprint - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/ Leigh's courses: StickAbility - https://stickabilitycourse.com/ Mastering Client Transformation (professional course) - https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/

May 6, 2024 • 1h 42min
91 - How to Cure Acne From the Inside-Out with Hayley Barnes
Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast! Today, we have a special guest, acne expert and naturopath Hayley Barnes, joining us to discuss her personal acne journey and the innovative approach she now takes to help others struggling with acne.Through her training in naturopathy, Hayley teaches skin care professionals how to tackle acne at its root cause, from the inside out.Join us as we dive into the world of holistic skincare and uncover the secrets to achieving clear and healthy skin.We discussed:1:55Hayley's journey into naturopathy and helping women with acne7:37Acne IS NOT a skin condition 16:55The mental health effects of acne31:05Dermatologist's scope of practise38:21How to start treating acne internally42:33Good questions to ask practitioners50:28The acne misinformation problem1:05:06The naturopathic approach to acne1:10:00Oral contraceptive pils and acne 1:25:10Gastrointestinal effects on acne1:29:35Acne is NOT NormalYou can find Hayley @:https://www.skincareacademy.com.au/https://www.instagram.com/skincare_academy_/Send us a textSupport the showDon't forget to leave a Rating for the podcast!You can find Leigh @: Leigh's website - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/ Chronic Pain Breakthrough Blueprint - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/ Leigh's courses: StickAbility - https://stickabilitycourse.com/ Mastering Client Transformation (professional course) - https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/

Apr 29, 2024 • 1h 18min
90 - Overcoming Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth with Dr Jason Hawrelak
Welcome to this week's episode of the podcast! I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Jason Hawrelak, a renowned researcher, educator, and naturopath with a wealth of knowledge and over two decades of clinical experience. With a PhD focused on probiotics, prebiotics, and herbal medicines for gut health, Jason has been teaching audiences worldwide on microbiota modification and gastrointestinal health. In this episode, we dive into the topic of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), a condition that affects many individuals today. After taking one of Jason's courses on SIBO a few years ago, I have been able to apply his teachings to help those suffering from this debilitating condition who had previously struggled to find relief through traditional medical avenues. Stay tuned for an insightful discussion with Dr. Jason Hawrelak as we discuss the symptoms of SIBO, its connection to other health issues, and how to effectively manage and treat this condition. Get ready for an eye-opening conversation on a topic that is crucial for overall human health. We discussed:3:31Jason's academic and professional background and research into IBS and gut dysbiosis13:21Extreme (carnivore and vegan) diets and the microbiome20:47What SIBO is and what complications are caused by it.37:17Symptoms of excess gas producing microbes 43:38The causes of SIBO46:41Gold Standard testing for SIBO56:31Addressing SIBOYou can find Jason @:https://www.probioticadvisor.com/https://microbiomerestorationcenter.com https://www.facebook.com/probioticadvisor/Send us a textSupport the showDon't forget to leave a Rating for the podcast!You can find Leigh @: Leigh's website - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/ Chronic Pain Breakthrough Blueprint - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/ Leigh's courses: StickAbility - https://stickabilitycourse.com/ Mastering Client Transformation (professional course) - https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/

Apr 22, 2024 • 1h 7min
89 - Sugar Addiction, Gut Health & Vitality with Jenn Edden
Welcome to another episode of The radical Health Rebel Podcast! Today, we have a very special guest joining us - Jenn Edden, a holistic health coach, author, and founder of The Sugar Freedom Method®. Jenn shares her personal journey from being a sugar addict with multiple health conditions to becoming a health coach dedicated to helping women overcome their own sugar addiction struggles. We delve into how Jenn's own health challenges drove her to focus on sugar addiction and how she integrates gut health optimization into her holistic approach to wellness. Her passion for helping others shines through in this conversation, and her expertise and experience make her a true expert in the field. So grab a cup of tea, sit back, and get ready to be inspired and informed by Jenn Edden as she shares her insights on tackling sugar addiction and living a healthier, happier life. We discussed:2:10Jenn's sugar addiction journey13:47Jenn's motivation to help others and why people become addicted to sugar23:42What it means to be healthy36:20Sugar's effect on gut health1:00:49Top 3 tips to reverse sugar addictionYou can find Jenn @:https://jecoaching.com/https://www.facebook.com/jennedden/https://www.instagram.com/jennedden/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennedden/Send us a textSupport the showDon't forget to leave a Rating for the podcast!You can find Leigh @: Leigh's website - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/ Chronic Pain Breakthrough Blueprint - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/ Leigh's courses: StickAbility - https://stickabilitycourse.com/ Mastering Client Transformation (professional course) - https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/

Apr 15, 2024 • 1h 19min
88 - Postpartum Pain Prevention with Dr Arielle Martone
Welcome to this episode of the podcast! Today, I had the pleasure of speaking with Arielle Martone, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, neuro-clinical specialist, certified yoga instructor, and certified pre and postnatal coach turned postpartum wellness coach.Arielle has a wealth of knowledge and experience working with postpartum women, and she shared some valuable insights with us on how women can best avoid chronic pain postpartum.We also had the pleasure of Arielle’s young children joining us briefly during the interview in the background.Join us as we delve into this important topic with Arielle Martone.We discussed:2:12Arielle's background6:58Postpartum recovery18:56Postpartum pain is not normal35:55Pelvic floor muscles and Kegel exercises52:38Post surgical scars and viscero-somatic reflexes1:00:02Chronic pain that can occur postpartum1:04:03Emotional healing postpartumYou can find Arielle @:www.findyourwaymama.comwww.findyourwaymama.com/postpartumrevolution/www.instagram.com/ariellemartone/ Send us a textSupport the showDon't forget to leave a Rating for the podcast!You can find Leigh @: Leigh's website - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/ Chronic Pain Breakthrough Blueprint - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/ Leigh's courses: StickAbility - https://stickabilitycourse.com/ Mastering Client Transformation (professional course) - https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/

Apr 8, 2024 • 1h 45min
87 - The Hormonal Acne Solution with Dr Terry Loong
In this episode, Dr. Terry Loong, author of The Hormonal Acne Solution, joins us to share her personal journey from acne sufferer to acne specialist. With over 18 years of experience as a qualified doctor, Dr. Terry has a unique approach to treating hormonal acne that combines Eastern philosophy with Western medicine. Learn how her own health challenges led her to focus on nutrition, lifestyle medicine, and hormonal balance to help her patients look and feel their best naturally. As well asking Dr Terry her approach to helping women with acne, I also asked her view on many common held beliefs around acne, from both acne sufferers and medical experts.Tune in for this informative and inspiring conversation with Dr. Terry Loong on how to tackle hormonal acne from the inside out.We discussed:2:13Dr Terry's background and why she became a doctor15:21Hormones involved in acne26:45Are acne products effective?51:35Reducing inflammation59:02Balancing blood sugar1:11:55Balancing hormones1:17:53Slowing Down to allow healing1:23:39The medical view on diet and acne1:27:30Common views on acne discussionYou can find Dr Terry @:Website - www.drterryloong.com Self-paced guides and programs - https://drterryloong.com/diy-guides-programs/Instagram - www.instagram.com/dr_terry_ Youtube - www.youtube.com/drterrytvSend us a textSupport the showDon't forget to leave a Rating for the podcast!You can find Leigh @: Leigh's website - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/ Chronic Pain Breakthrough Blueprint - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/ Leigh's courses: StickAbility - https://stickabilitycourse.com/ Mastering Client Transformation (professional course) - https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/

Apr 1, 2024 • 50min
86 - IBS & Ulcerative Colitis with Marc McLean
Join me and my guest Marc McLean as he shares his personal journey of overcoming IBS and severe ulcerative colitis through natural solutions. As a health and wellness journalist and author, Marc's own battle with gut disorders led him down an alternative health path in search of answers. After nearly a decade of research and experimentation, Marc finally discovered the root causes of his conditions and successfully reversed his IBS and ulcerative colitis. Now, Marc is dedicated to helping others in similar situations by spreading awareness of natural healing methods for gut health and especially ulcerative colitis. Tune in to hear Marc's incredible story and learn how you too can take control of your digestive health.We discussed:2:28Marc's ulcerative colitis journey20:28Is ulcerative colitis curable?27:28Marc's mission to share his own experience35:15To medicate or not to medicate?38:08Marc's 5 Pillars of Gut Healing41:35Marc's Key MessageYou can find Marc @:https://www.forgutsake.org/Send us a textSupport the showDon't forget to leave a Rating for the podcast!You can find Leigh @: Leigh's website - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/ Chronic Pain Breakthrough Blueprint - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/ Leigh's courses: StickAbility - https://stickabilitycourse.com/ Mastering Client Transformation (professional course) - https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/

Mar 25, 2024 • 1h 28min
85 - Photo Biomodulation for Pain Reduction with Darlene Greene
In this episode, “Photo Biomodulation for Pain Reduction”, I delve into the world of photo biomodulation technology with guest Darlene Greene. Darlene shares her personal experiences with the technology and discusses how it can aid in reducing pain, repairing damaged tissues, and providing other health benefits.Join us as we explore the possibilities of this seemingly too good to be true technology and hear about the miraculous results that Darlene and others have seen. Learn how photo biomodulation can activate stem cells and improve overall health and well-being. Tune in to discover the potential of this cutting-edge technology in improving your quality of life.We discussed:2:15Darlene's background and journey into photo biomodulation 16:55Stem Cells and photo biomodulation technology38:48Pain Relief Study51:57Recovery from acute and chronic pain and injury59:10The photo biomodulation technology - how it works1:07:10Length of use of the technologyYou can find Darlene @:https://iamreverseaging.com/Send us a textSupport the showDon't forget to leave a Rating for the podcast!You can find Leigh @: Leigh's website - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/ Chronic Pain Breakthrough Blueprint - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/ Leigh's courses: StickAbility - https://stickabilitycourse.com/ Mastering Client Transformation (professional course) - https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/