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The Health Sessions

The Health Sessions covers all aspects of health in a fun laid back manner. We connect with leading global health and wellness experts to share the best of the latest science and thinking, empowering people to turn their health and lives around.
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James Colquhoun: Why Food Matters & I'm Hungry For Change

We love getting peoples perspectives on health and nutrition, especially when they've interviewed dozens of health leaders around the world, then made two inspiring documentaries that go on to transform and enhance the lives of millions of people! Our fantastic guest this week is James Colquhoun, the man behind the fabulous movies 'Food Matters' and 'Hungry For Change'. James shares with us his personal story regarding his dads illness of chronic fatigue syndrome and how he took massive action t...

Jun 26, 20151 hr 7 min

Dr John Hart: Mastering Hormones, Gut Health, Inflammation & Living to 120 Years Old

This week our special guest is Dr John Hart who is a longevity medicine practitioner. This is probably the most important podcast we’ve done to date and we highly recommend you check it out,. He explains the simple things you can do to avoid chronic illness, live longer, healthier, happier and improve the quality of your life. John discusses how most diseases are the result of, and all diseases are exacerbated by, the way we live our lives – the things we don’t do that we should, and the things ...

Jun 16, 201553 min

Dr Joe Dispenza: How to Break the Habit of Being Yourself & Create the Life You Truly Want

Can’t stick to your diet or tired of falling off the band-wagon? Sick of procrastination and want to kick some serious goals but not sure how? If you answered yes to any of these then this episode is for you. Dr Joe Dispenza shares with us his personal journey which is probably one of the most inspiring, humbling and transformational life changing stories you’ll ever hear. He suffered an horrific bike accident at the age of 23 years, then was left with a choice of major surgery and potentially s...

May 31, 201536 min

Meredith Loring: Raw Food & High Fat Diet Fulled For Inspiring Jaw Dropping Adventures

www.180nutrition.com.au I have a new hero... and her name is Meredith Loring. If you need a big dose of inspiration and want to know what the human body is capable of with the right nutrition, mindset and training, then you really must watch this video! Meredith, along with her husband Sami Inkinen rowed from San Francisco to Hawaii. The row took them 45 days straight, rowing up to 18 hours a day and yup, they did it with no sugar or gels. We also cover her own incredible journey from dealing wi...

May 13, 201544 min

Wes Carr: Rock ’n’ Roll & Depression To The Paleo Way.

180nutrition.com.au This week we welcome musician Wes Carr to the show. Wes has an amazing story to share with us as he’s been on quite a journey. Wes openly speaks to us about his battle with depression and anxiety, and how he's been using nutrition and meditation with great success to help combat these in his everyday life over the last few years. If you’re not familiar with Wes Carr, he’s a musician here in Australia. He’s also worked alongside icons like Paul Mac, Missy Higgins, Don Walker, ...

May 06, 20151 hr

Michele Chevalley Hedge: How to Adopt a Low Sugar Lifestyle For the Busy Family

Brought to you by www.180nutrition.com.au It's all well and good telling yourself and your kids to ditch the sugar, but what about if they are resistant to cut back on the sweet stuff? There are certainly tips and tricks you can apply to helping you and your family reduce the overall sugar intake. Our fantastic guest today is nutritionist Michele Chevalley Hedge. She is the author of ‘Beating Sugar Addiction for Dummies’ and is a regular contributor to Women’s Fitness, The Sunday Telegraph, Body...

Apr 15, 201545 min

Dr Peter Brukner: Ending the Confusion with Low Carb in Sport & Everyday Life

180nutrition.com.au Our awesome guest today is Dr. Peter Brukner who is currently the team doctor for the Australian cricket team. His impressive resume includes being team doctor to four Australian national teams – swimming, hockey, athletics and soccer. He has also worked with professional AFL and English Premier League teams such as Liverpool FC, experienced US college sport at Stanford and been part of Olympic, Commonwealth and World Uni Games as well as numerous World Championships. In this...

Apr 02, 201544 min

Pete Evans Chef: The Paleo Way

www.180nutrition.com.au This week our special guest is paleo chef, bestselling author with over 10 cookbooks and TV personality Pete Evans. He has been bringing some much needed awareness here to the Australian public in terms of nutrition, and his recently released new program 'The Paleo Way'. Pete’s career has moved from the kitchen into the lounge room with many TV appearances including Lifestyle Channel’s Home show, Postcards from Home, FISH, My Kitchen Rules, Moveable Feast, and his latest ...

Mar 17, 201552 min

Mark Sisson: Getting the Most Out of Life With the Paleo Primal Diet & Lifestyle

#40 This week we have the fantastic paleo and primal expert Mark Sisson. He is a best selling author of "The Primal Blueprint' and runs the hugely successful blog 'Mark's Daily Apple'. His experience and knowledge is exceptional, as he shares with us how he defines what it takes to live a happy, healthy and active life whilst getting the most out of each day! In this interview we dig deep into the world of Mark Sisson; from endurance athlete to the primal lifestyle, his exercise routines, his si...

Mar 06, 201557 min

Sami Inkinen: How I Rowed from California to Hawaii, 45 days straight!

#39 We chat to Sami Inkinen, a world class triathlete and tech entrepreneur. Whilst we don't encourage anyone to eat 5000 calories of saturated fat a day, we feel it's a very important message that Sami shares with us. Sami and his wife recently did a phenomenal achievement, where they physically rowed from California to Hawaii. It took them 45 days straight rowing, up to 18 hours a day, and some days they didn't even get any sleep. Awesome achievement, but more importantly was the message behin...

Feb 25, 201544 min

Damon Gameau: That Sugar Film

#38 This week we welcome Australian writer and director of the movie 'That Sugar Film'. A movie we feel that should be seen by every family here in Australia! THAT SUGAR FILM is one man’s journey to discover the bitter truth about sugar. Damon Gameau embarks on a unique experiment to document the effects of a high sugar diet on a healthy body, consuming only foods that are commonly perceived as ‘healthy’. Through this entertaining and informative journey, Damon highlights some of the issues that...

Feb 09, 201537 min

Rebecca Creedy Ironwoman: Healthier, Faster, Stronger; How I Cleaned Up My Diet

#37 This week we welcome commonwealth gold medalist and Australian Ironwoman Rebecca Creedy to the show. The elite athlete shares with us how she transformed her diet, including lowering her carbs and eating more wholefoods. Along with this came a massive positive effect on her episodes of hypoglycemia which now seems to be a thing of the past. We also go deep into her training regimes, pre and post workout nutrition and what she does to to stay on top of her game. In this episode we talk about:...

Jan 23, 201546 min

Donal O'Neill: Cereal Killers 2 - Run On Fat

#36 We welcome back Donal O’Neill to the show, the creator of the Cereal Killers Movie which had the fantastic message; Don’t Fear Fat. This time Donal is here to chat about his new movie and sequel to the original; Cereal Killers Two – Run On Fat. We dive into the world of elite athleticism and performance where world class triathlete Sami Inkinen and Dr Steve Phinney challenge the efficacy and safety of “carb loading” for sports performance. If you like the idea of eating whole foods instead o...

Jan 14, 201545 min

Darryl Edwards: Couch Potato to Becoming The Fitness Explorer. A Transformational Story

#35 Do you struggle to motivate yourself for exercise? Then you are in for a treat as Darryl shares with us the secret to exercising without it feeling like exercise! Darryl Edwards is a movement therapist, paleo nutritionist, blogger and published author of the book "Paleo Fitness". Based over in the UK, his main focus is primal nutrition for disease prevention, health, body composition, performance and well-being. From former coach potato to a fantastic ambassador of true health and fitness, D...

Dec 17, 201459 min

Dr Kieron Rooney: Science, Research & Nutrition. What's the real deal?

#34 The Ever wondered why we get fat and what we can do about it. This is a fascinating conversation we have today we are joined by Dr Kieron Rooney, a Researcher in Metabolic Biochemistry. Kieron is a fun, down to earth guy who gives us an incite to what is going in the world of nutritional study from an academic perspective. So if you are wondering why there could be so much disagreement out there on the world of nutrition, then watch this as Kieron sheds some light on what's really going on! ...

Nov 25, 20141 hr 3 min

Grant Hilliard: Why the Meat We Eat Matters

#33 Ever wanted to lift the vail up to see what is actually going on with our meat supply? If so then this episode is for you as today we are joined by Grant Hilliard, the founder of Feather and Bone, an ethical meat provider from sustainably raised animals. If you are wondering what the terms 'organic' and 'free range' actually mean, or who's the producer, and are all meats created equal etc? Then this episode is for you. In this episode we talk about:- What questions we should be asking our lo...

Nov 19, 201442 min

Sarah Wilson: Why I Quit Sugar Interview

#32 Our special guest this week is Sarah Wilson. Her impressive resume includes author of the Australian and UK best-sellers I Quit Sugar and I Quit Sugar For Life ( with I Quit Sugar becoming a New York Times best-seller this year) . A journalism career that has spanned 20 years, across television, radio, magazines, newspapers and online. She’s also the former editor of Cosmopolitan magazine and was the host of the first series of MasterChef Australia , the highest rating show in Australian TV ...

Nov 05, 201448 min

Tom Cronin: How Meditation Cured My Wolf of Wall St Lifestyle

#31 Imagine living the lifestyle of Jordan Belfort of the Wolf of Wall Street, it would be no surprise if you didn't last to long! That's how our special guest for the show this week, Tom Cronin once lived. He openly shares with us how this lifestyle led to depression, anxiety and ill health whilst being told he can't be cured and would need anti-depressants. Tom searched for other means and found meditation, and he hasn't looked back since. Tom Cronin is the founder of the Stillness Project. He...

Oct 07, 201448 min

Dan Henderson: Kettlebells, Fat Loss & the Minimum Effective Dose

#30 Working in the fitness industry for many years, the one question I would get asked all the time was, ‘what’s the best exercise for fat loss?’ So it was great to be able to reverse rolls and ask our special guest this week that very question :) Dan Henderson is co founder of Australian Kettlebell Institute. The first ever accredited Kettlebells and functional training educators here in Australia. He is also the founder of Coastal Bodies, a Sydney personal training studio that specialises in f...

Sep 24, 201449 min

7 Biggest Mistakes Made When Clean Eating or Going Paleo

#29 We are joined today with the lovely nutritionist Angela Greely as we discuss the common mistakes we see when people switch to a paleo diet or clean up their food. From eating fats to what are ideal 'paleo treats' and so called healthy sweeteners, we cover the these pitfalls and much more... If you enjoy the show on a regular basis, could you be so kind and leave a review on iTunes, as it helps us get our message out there to the world and be found easier. Much appreciated, Guy :) Ps. If you ...

Sep 16, 201437 min

Alexx Stuart: Real Food & Low Tox Living

#28 For more awesome resources, go to www.180nutrition.com.au Our guest Alexx Stuart is a research writer and presenter where she covers conscious living, organics, toxic free personal care, ingredient exposées and inspiring people to create beautiful change. In this episode we talk about:- What exactly low tox living is If sunscreen is harmful Why eating more fat is healthy for your skin Is organic food worth it How to eat organic and still save money How to tackle kids lunchboxes What’s the re...

Sep 09, 20141 hr

Jimmy Moore: Keto Clarity & Low Carb Living

#27 Today we welcome back best selling author & podcasting superstar Jimmy Moore, as we talk about his new book 'Keto Clarity'. Have you looked at a low-carb diet simply as a means to lose weight? What if you learned that combining a low-carb nutritional approach with a high fat intake produces a powerful therapeutic effect on a wide variety of health conditions that most people think requires medication to control? That’s what Keto Clarity is all about. Join as we get down to the knitty gri...

Aug 26, 201456 min

Gary Fettke: Discover the Truth About Modern Day Disease

#26 Ever wondered what we should really be doing to avoid modern day disease? If you are like us, then I'm sure you know someone who's health is suffering or the warning signs are starting to show. Our special guest today is Gary Fettke, an Orthopaedic Surgeon and Senior Lecturer of the University of Tasmania. He put's modern day down to this one word... inflammation! You won't look at modern day disease the same way again after watching this episode! Enjoy. In this episode we talk about:- The t...

Jul 23, 201442 min

Paul de Gelder - No Time For Fear: How a Shark Attack Survivor Beat the Odds

#25 Paul de Gelder is one inspirational guy! From rebel, drug dealer and strip club worker to adventurer, soldier, fitness enthusiast, Navy diver, shark attack survivor, top motivational speaker with a best selling book and mentor to schoolkids across Australia, Paul de Gelder is an exceptional person to say the least. In this episode we talk about:- - Paul’s rebel childhood to joining the forces - That almost fatal morning when he was attacked by a Bull Shark in Sydney Harbour - How the inciden...

Jul 01, 201437 min

Clean Eating Transformation - Part 3

#24 To join in on the Clean Eating Celebration, head to www.180nutrition.com.au In this episode we cover the tough questions we get asked, along with some real life transformation stories from health experts David Gillespie, Christine Cronau & Crossfitter Chad Mackay. From hot topics of sugar & fructose to wheat & grains, we dive in and share with you steps you can do immediately to get your health, energy & awesomeness up to amazing levels for life! We also cover these topics in...

Jun 18, 201433 min

Clean Eating Transformation - Part 2

#23 To join in on the Clean Eating Celebration, head to www.180nutrition.com.au In this episode we cover the 10 Keys to Kickstart Your Health Today! From hot topics of sugar & fructose to wheat & grains, we dive in and share with you steps you can do immediately to get your health, energy & awesomeness up to amazing levels for life! www.180nutrition.com.au

Jun 16, 201438 min

Clean Eating Transformation - Part 1

#22 To join in the Clean Eating Celebration, go to www.180nutrition.com.au to find out more. You will learn how following the industry guidelines for nutrition can actually be harmful to your health. Find out the truth, learn how to eat for amazing health and discover why: Counting calories does not work Following a low fat diet is making you fat Exercise purely for weight loss is not the answer Many health foods are actually unhealthy Enjoy our podcasts? We'd love to hear from you! Please leave...

Jun 11, 201437 min

The Baker Boys: Insider Knowledge & Truths About the Supplement Industry

#21 This week our special guests are brothers Christian & Michael Baker. They were one of the first guys to setup a major supplement store franchise from the USA here in Australia. Having worked in the health & fitness industry for many years, it's safe to say these boys know their stuff when it comes to supplements! You will learn: What are the go to supplements Why not all supplements are created equal Why some supplements are expensive urine What ingredients to look for and avoid What...

Jun 03, 201456 min

Duncan Peak: Power Living to the Modern Yoga

#20 Duncan Peak is founder of Power Living Australia Yoga (P.L.A.Y). He's also a very cool guy & we chat to him about his life as a former army officer, nearly dying, & becoming one of Australia's most authoritative figures in yoga. A individuals journey that takes an unexpected twist that we all benefit from A dramatic change in life path that's lead to building a legacy (his franchise) that we all benefit from as a result There are a lot of assumptions about yoga. Is yoga what you thin...

May 08, 201441 min

Donal O'Neill - Cereal Killers Movie

#19 In my research I noticed that International tobacco company Philip Morris, in the early nineties, when the heat came on they started to buy up food companies. They are a brilliantly sinister company. They identified that sugar is very much the same as nicotine; get them young get them hooked & you’ve got them for life.’ – Donal O’Neil We chat to Donal O’Neill, the man behind the awesome documentary Cereal Killers. If you haven’t seen it then make it a must! In this episode we talk about:...

Feb 10, 201445 min
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