The State of your Health with Martin Gillespie

07/30/24 • 66 min

In this episode, we are joined by Martin Gillespie, a certified holistic nutritionist and is the founder and CEO of GEM Wellness Warriors, an international metabolic health and wellness consulting business. Martin joins us to discuss the impact of vaccinations and poor food guidelines on our metabolic health.

He highlights the importance of questioning medical and dietary directives and emphasizes the need to focus on holistic well-being. The conversation also touches on the effects of environmental toxins, such as pesticides and heavy metals, on our health, as he shares his personal journey of overcoming stage four cancer and the role that diet and seeking help played in his recovery.

Martin encourages listeners to be kind to themselves and approach change with intention

Martin suggests strategies for detoxification, including consuming real foods, getting out in nature, and taking cold showers. In this conversation, Martin Gillespie discusses the importance of taking control of our health and making conscious choices about what we eat and how we live. He emphasizes the need to prioritize our well-being and make sustainable changes for long-term health.

takeaways

Question the directives from the medical and dietary world and challenge the status quo.
Environmental toxins, such as pesticides and heavy metals, can have a significant impact on our health.
Detoxification can be achieved through consuming real foods, getting out in nature, and taking cold showers.
Healthy fats and minerals like magnesium are essential for metabolic health.
Reduce your exposure to toxins in your environment by reading labels and using natural alternatives.
Be kind to yourself and approach change with intention, understanding that systemic change takes time.
Seek help and support when needed, and prioritize your well-being.

More about our guest: Martin is a certified holistic nutritionist and is the founder and CEO of GEM Wellness Warriors, an international metabolic health and wellness consulting business. Challenging the status quo of the current delivery of mental, nutritional, environmental, and physical health, and treating the root cause of chronic diseases and cognitive decline, reframing the value of metabolic wellbeing.

A global leader and an international keynote speaker on various topics related to metabolic wellbeing, men's health, cancer survivorship, corporate stress management, gut health, and mindset. He is a best-selling author, a media columnist, a survivor of stage 4 cancer. and curious learner of life.

Recognised in 2021 as one of the top 500 Global leaders in Mental Health and Wellbeing. Podcast host of Metabolic Wellbeing without the BS.

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Martin encourages listeners to be kind to themselves and approach change with intention

takeaways

Question the directives from the medical and dietary world and challenge the status quo.
Environmental toxins, such as pesticides and heavy metals, can have a significant impact on our health.
Detoxification can be achieved through consuming real foods, getting out in nature, and taking cold showers.
Healthy fats and minerals like magnesium are essential for metabolic health.
Reduce your exposure to toxins in your environment by reading labels and using natural alternatives.
Be kind to yourself and approach change with intention, understanding that systemic change takes time.
Seek help and support when needed, and prioritize your well-being.

Recognised in 2021 as one of the top 500 Global leaders in Mental Health and Wellbeing. Podcast host of Metabolic Wellbeing without the BS.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How to Break your Contracts

In this conversation, Fiona and Kahreela discuss the concept of space and how it relates to manifestation and feminine power.

We explore the idea of uncontracting and breaking free from societal contracts and obligations. Kahreela shares three statements that can help release contraction in different energy centers: 'I was because I am' for the hara, 'The divine is happening' for the heart, and 'Relationship is celebration' for the head. They discuss the importance of being present in celebration and using these statements to break free from contracts and experience more freedom and choice.

Takeaways

Space is an important aspect of manifestation and feminine power.

Uncontracting is about breaking free from societal contracts and obligations.

The statements 'I was because I am', 'The divine is happening', and 'Relationship is celebration' can help release contraction in different energy centers.

Being present in celebration and using these statements can lead to more freedom and choice.

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Sweat it Out

In this conversation, Fiona and Kahreela discuss their recent experiences with illness and burnout.

They share their strategies for coping with physical and mental exhaustion, including rest, meditation, and natural remedies like hape. They emphasize the importance of listening to your body and taking time to recharge. They also explore the concept of the life force store and the need to replenish it through practices like feasting, being in nature, and sitting with fire.

Overall, the conversation highlights the significance of self-care and the power of restorative practices.

Takeaways

Listen to your body and prioritize rest when you're feeling exhausted or unwell.
Explore natural remedies and alternative healing practices to support your well-being.
Replenish your life force store through activities like feasting, being in nature, and sitting with fire.
Recognize the signs of burnout and take steps to prevent it by setting boundaries and practicing self-care.
Embrace the process of purging and releasing emotions to support your healing journey.

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