In this eye-opening episode, Joe De Sena sits down with a holistic health practitioner Brett Hawes to explore the incredible capacity we all have to heal ourselves.

They tackle the rising concern of orthorexia and discuss how the obsession with "perfect" eating can actually harm our well-being. Brett emphasizes the importance of simplifying our health journeys, moving away from fad diets, and focusing on whole, nourishing foods that support our bodies.

You will learn practical strategies for combating lifestyle diseases, enhancing sleep quality, and fostering a balanced approach to nutrition. Brett's wealth of experience in functional medicine provides actionable insights that can easily be integrated into daily life.

Highlights:

00:44 Brett's experience in functional medicine
01:43 Balancing traditional and holistic medicine
05:47 Growing popularity of functional medicine
08:01 Challenges of competing with large food companies
09:11 Vision for a healthier future
10:23 Brett’s view on the healthcare system
12:02 Discussing food subsidies and taxes
13:47 Importance of exercise vs. healthy eating
15:42 Three key practices for preventing lifestyle diseases
20:20 Health practices shouldn’t be so complicated
22:21 Brett's current podcast and activism work1