
How To Not Get Sick And Die
Health information delivered in a fun, entertaining and sometimes controversial way but always covering both sides of the conversation. These 30-60 minute shows cover all of the angles you never knew mattered when it comes to health and wellness. Along with our guests we discuss emotional eating, sugar cravings, cancer, diabetes, alternative medical modalities, food as medicine, regular medicine & disease and psychology. The host, Matty Lansdown is a scientist, nutritionist and an emotional eating coach and loves busting food myths and revealing the truth about our health, medical & food system which often shocks even the most open minded people.
Latest episodes

Jan 21, 2025 • 48min
Ozempic Warning: The Hidden Dangers of the Miracle Weight Loss Drug | EP 429
Is the "miracle" weight loss drug Ozempic hiding dangerous secrets that could cost you your health and wealth? In this episode, we dive deep into the dark side of Ozempic, exploring its concerning side effects and the drug industry's history of failed weight loss drugs. Learn why this seemingly magical solution might lead to muscle loss, gut health issues, and potential long-term health complications that aren't being widely discussed.Key Points:Ozempic global sales reach $11.3 billion, with USA dominating the marketUsers face lifetime costs of $500,000 without insurance coverage benefitsGLP-1 hormone manipulation controls appetite and digestion for seven daysSide effects include muscle deterioration, thyroid tumors, and serious digestive complicationsPrevious weight loss drugs were banned due to life-threatening health risksMost users regain two-thirds of lost weight after stopping Ozempic treatmentMuscle loss occurs even with high-protein diets and regular exerciseWeight loss drugs show concerning pattern of recalls within ten years***PROGRAM ENQUIRIES: Tired of yo-yo dieting and feeling stuck with food? Let's change that. Book a quick chat → >>HERE<<***Subscribe to our YOUTUBE ChannelFollow us on INSTAGRAM--Music: Tropic Love by "Diviners feat. Contacreast"

Jan 19, 2025 • 10min
How To NOT Fail Your New Diet: The Psychology of Food Rules | CWM EP 428
Are you tired of breaking your own food rules, saying no to cake on Tuesday but caving in at a birthday party on Saturday? This episode dives deep into why having "yes" and "no" times for specific foods might be sabotaging your relationship with food. Learn how reframing your mindset from restrictive food rules to a more balanced approach of "mood food" versus "fuel food" can transform your eating habits.Key Highlights:Why labeling foods as "good" or "bad" creates confusion in your brain and leads to a cycle of restriction and binge eatingThe psychological shift from saying "I can't eat that" to either "I don't eat that" or using the empowering phrase "I feel better when..."Understand the difference between "mood food" and "fuel food" and why removing stigma from either category is crucial for sustainable eating habits***PROGRAM ENQUIRIES: Tired of yo-yo dieting and feeling stuck with food? Let's change that. Book a quick chat → >>HERE<<***Subscribe to our YOUTUBE ChannelFollow us on INSTAGRAM--Music: Tropic Love by "Diviners feat. Contacreast"

Jan 14, 2025 • 33min
Emotional Eating vs Food Addiction: The Real Reason Your Diet Keeps Failing | EP 427
Why do you keep failing at every diet you try, despite your best intentions to succeed? In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the psychological and biological reasons behind why diets fail, exploring the hidden connections between addiction, dopamine, and our eating habits. Discover the five crucial factors that might be sabotaging your diet efforts and learn why surrounding yourself with the right support system is essential for long-term success.Key Highlights:The dangerous illusion of New Year's resolutions and why 80% of people abandon their health goals by the third week of JanuaryHow dopamine addiction might be the hidden force behind your inability to stick to healthy eating habitsThe powerful impact of your social circle on your diet successWhy simply removing foods from your diet without proper substitution creates an emotional void that leads to failureThe critical connection between self-trust and diet success - how breaking small promises to yourself affects your ability to maintain healthy habitsThe three-level approach to sustainable diet changes: subtract, substitute, and addUnderstanding the difference between emotional eating and food addictionThe concerning reality that the current generation is expected to live shorter lives than their parents due to lifestyle diseasesWhy having deep empathetic connections and accountability partners is crucial for long-term success***PROGRAM ENQUIRIES: Tired of yo-yo dieting and feeling stuck with food? Let's change that. Book a quick chat → >>HERE<<***Subscribe to our YOUTUBE ChannelFollow us on INSTAGRAM--Music: Tropic Love by "Diviners feat. Contacreast"

Jan 13, 2025 • 13min
Fast Weight Loss Results - Explained | CWM EP 426
Are you tired of chasing quick fixes and temporary results on your health journey? In this episode, we dive deep into why fast results aren't always the best results when it comes to sustainable health transformation. We challenge the common desire for rapid changes and explain why taking a slower, more intentional approach leads to lasting success.Key Highlights:Understanding the "Problem Mountain"If you've spent years developing health challenges, expecting to overcome them in just weeks isn't realistic and often leads to failureReal transformation happens when healthy choices become your new normal without resistanceFast results often come at the cost of putting life on hold and ignoring crucial aspectsTrue fulfillment comes from enjoying the transformation processDeveloping self-awareness and building a stronger psychological and emotional capacity***PROGRAM ENQUIRIES: Tired of yo-yo dieting and feeling stuck with food? Let's change that. Book a quick chat → >>HERE<<***Subscribe to our YOUTUBE ChannelFollow us on INSTAGRAM--Music: Tropic Love by "Diviners feat. Contacreast"

Jan 7, 2025 • 37min
How To Lose Weight Without Counting Calories | EP 425
Are you tired of being chained to calorie-counting apps while still struggling to achieve your weight loss goals? In this episode, we talk about seven surprising factors that can help you lose weight without obsessing over numbers. Factors like emotional healing and social connections play a crucial role in achieving sustainable weight loss results.Key Highlights:Sleep emerges as the #1 health variable, with insufficient rest forcing your body to compensateModern medication's hidden impact on weight lossHow certain prescriptions can disrupt your body's natural hunger signals and gut-brain connectionIntroducing the concept of "food-bonded trauma" and its impact on weight managementWhy your postcode might be more influential than your genetic codeThe often-overlooked importance of proper hydration and electrolyte balanceHow exercise, particularly strength training, helps naturally regulate hunger signalsThe role of social connections and why belonging to the right community can make or break your weight loss journeyReal food nutrition strategies that help your body naturally regulate portion sizes without counting calories***PROGRAM ENQUIRIES: Tired of yo-yo dieting and feeling stuck with food? Let's change that. Book a quick chat → >>HERE<<***Subscribe to our YOUTUBE ChannelFollow us on INSTAGRAM--Music: Tropic Love by "Diviners feat. Contacreast"

Jan 5, 2025 • 16min
3 Life-Changing Health Habits That Beat Any Diet | CWM EP 424
Would you be happy if five years from now you are the healthiest version of yourself you've ever been? In this episode, we dive deep into three fundamental pillars that can revolutionize your health journey in less than five years. Discover how moving away from trendy diets and focusing on sustainable, long-term habits can create lasting change in your physical and mental well-being.Key Highlights:Learn why stress management is the cornerstone of optimal health affecting everythingUncover the lost art of basic cooking and why this simple skill could be the missing link in your health transformationExplore the science-backed benefits of movement and resistance training***PROGRAM ENQUIRIES: Tired of yo-yo dieting and feeling stuck with food? Let's change that. Book a quick chat → >>HERE<<***Subscribe to our YOUTUBE ChannelFollow us on INSTAGRAM--Music: Tropic Love by "Diviners feat. Contacreast"

Dec 31, 2024 • 37min
Real Weight Loss: 7 Hidden Keys to Fat Loss That Lasts (Without Dieting) | EP 423
Are you tired of the endless cycle of New Year's weight loss resolutions that never stick? In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of "real weight loss" that goes far beyond just shedding pounds - it's about transforming your entire relationship with food, body, and self. Matty shares seven essential components of sustainable weight loss, drawing from experiences with over 350 successful clients who achieved lasting results without counting calories, embarrassing weigh-ins, or forbidden food lists.Key Highlights:Discover a more sustainable path to weight loss that addresses both physical and emotional aspects of your journeyUnderstand how negative self-stories and emotional baggage contribute to weight gainExplore the concept of "food-bonded trauma" and how it impacts your relationship with foodDiscover why the belief that you're "just one diet away" from your ideal body is holding you back from real, sustainable progressGain insights into how unnecessary stress affects your body's biochemistryLearn about the three-step process: head and heart healing, progressive and adaptive nutrition, and community-supported accountabilityExplore why traditional calorie counting and restrictive diets often lead to yo-yo dieting patternsFind out how the program has helped hundreds of clients transition from self-loathing to self-respect while achieving their health goals***PROGRAM ENQUIRIES: Tired of yo-yo dieting and feeling stuck with food? Let's change that. Book a quick chat → >>HERE<<***Subscribe to our YOUTUBE ChannelFollow us on INSTAGRAM--Music: Tropic Love by "Diviners feat. Contacreast"

Dec 29, 2024 • 14min
The Weight Loss Mindset: How To Stop Yo-Yo Dieting for Good | CWM EP 422
Are you tired of falling for quick-fix diet solutions every New Year only to give up weeks later? In this episode, we talk about why traditional weight loss approaches often fail and explore the psychological aspects behind sustainable health transformations. We look into why focusing on mindset and emotional healing, rather than just diet plans, is crucial for breaking free from the cycle of yo-yo dieting and food obsession.Key Highlights:The psychology behind New Year's health marketing and why we're particularly vulnerable to "shortcut" solutionsWhy traditional short-term, high-intensity diet programs often lead to a cycle of initial success followed by overwhelm and failureAddressing deeper psychological patterns and emotional eating habits for lasting transformationReal success stories from the Mind Body Nourishment Program, where participants achieved not just weight loss, but a completely new relationship with food and self-image***PROGRAM ENQUIRIES: Tired of yo-yo dieting and feeling stuck with food? Let's change that. Book a quick chat → >>HERE<< ***Subscribe to our YOUTUBE ChannelFollow us on INSTAGRAM--Music: Tropic Love by "Diviners feat. Contacreast"

Dec 24, 2024 • 40min
Your Ultimate Life Audit: How to Improve Every Area of Your Life | EP 421
Are you ready to take an honest look at how your year really went? In this episode, we take a look at an 80-point life assessment framework covering eight essential categories that shape your daily experience. Host Matty shares his personal journey through this comprehensive review system, offering raw insights about his own struggles and victories while demonstrating how this assessment can transform your approach to personal growth.Key Highlights:The Power of Measurement in Life Management. Learn why tracking different aspects of your life is crucial.Eight Life Categories. The comprehensive framework covering fitness, nutrition, stress management, self-care, boundaries, relationships, finances, and spirituality - and why mastering just 4-5 of these areas can lead to an extraordinary life.Real Talk on Mental Health. Experience an honest discussion about managing dark thoughts and the importance of acknowledging both struggles and progress.Understand how to rate yourself across all eight categories.Hear candid reflections on how major life events, like preparing for parenthood, can unexpectedly affect various aspects of your life and relationships.Learn about identifying and addressing psychological barriers that might be keeping you stuck.Practical next steps on how to identify your lowest-scoring areas and create a focused plan for improvement in the coming year.Understand why celebrating your achievements, no matter how small, is crucial for maintaining momentum.Why overnight change isn't realistic and how to approach personal growth with patience and persistence.***PROGRAM ENQUIRIES: Tired of yo-yo dieting and feeling stuck with food? Let's change that. Book a quick chat → >>HERE<<***Subscribe to our YOUTUBE ChannelFollow us on INSTAGRAM--Music: Tropic Love by "Diviners feat. Contacreast"

Dec 22, 2024 • 13min
Setting Food Boundaries at Family Gatherings: 3 Tips to Stay in Control | CWM EP 420
Do you find yourself struggling to say "no" to food pushers during social gatherings and special occasions? In this episode, Matty dives into the historical roots of why refusing food is often seen as a social offense, dating back to times when food was a scarce and precious resource. Learn a practical three-step system to maintain healthy boundaries around food consumption during major events like Christmas, New Year's, and family gatherings, without damaging relationships or feeling guilty.Key Highlights:Discover the historical connection between food sharing and trust-building in societies, including why declining food was once seen as a declaration of hostilityMaster a simple yet effective three-step approach to maintaining food boundaries at social events: planning ahead, preparing specific responses, and prioritizing protein consumptionLearn why using "I statements" is crucial when setting boundaries around food, and how to communicate your choices without creating tension or judgment***PROGRAM ENQUIRIES: Tired of yo-yo dieting and feeling stuck with food? Let's change that. Book a quick chat → >>HERE<<***Subscribe to our YOUTUBE ChannelFollow us on INSTAGRAM--Music: Tropic Love by "Diviners feat. Contacreast"