The Whole Health Revolution Podcast

Rachelle Turrell

The Whole Health Revolution Podcast is a space for real, evidence-based conversations about health, nutrition, and sustainable lifestyle change, without fads, extremes, or food fear. Hosted by Rachelle, a Clinical Nutritionist, Naturopath, and Medical Herbalist with over 20 years’ experience in the health and wellness, this podcast explores what it truly takes to feel better, stronger, and more in control of your health. Each episode covers topics such as metabolic health, weight loss, blood sugar balance, hormones, gut health, cravings, stress, sleep, and mindset, all through a holistic lens that recognises the body as an interconnected system. Many episodes are adapted from Rachelle’s live weekly coaching calls inside The Whole Health Revolution membership, where members receive education, guidance, and support in real time. Public episodes are edited for listening, while the full live experience remains exclusive to members. If you’re tired of conflicting health advice, quick fixes, and starting over every Monday, this podcast will help you build habits that last and a healthier relationship with food and your body. Food is medicine. Health is holistic. And lasting change is possible. To learn more about The Whole Health Revolution or join the program, visit the links in the show notes. This is your place for real health, real conversations, and sustainable change - without fads or extremes.

  1. EP:15. Why We Self-Sabotage When Things are Going Well

    May 31

    EP:15. Why We Self-Sabotage When Things are Going Well

    Have you ever found yourself doing really well with your health habits, only to slowly slip back into old patterns? Maybe life got busy. Maybe stress took over. Maybe one small detour turned into weeks or months of feeling off track. In this episode, Rachelle explores the often-overlooked topic of self-sabotage and why so many of us struggle to maintain positive changes, even when we genuinely want better health. You'll learn: • Why our brains are wired to prefer familiarity over change • How the all-or-nothing mindset keeps us stuck • The surprising role that fear of success can play • Why stress often causes us to return to old coping strategies • The connection between identity, self-belief, and lasting change • Practical tools to help you recognise self-sabotaging patterns and recover more quickly Drawing on her own experiences, from bodybuilding and powerlifting to stepping into a completely new career as a Flight Attendant.  Rachelle shares honest reflections on confidence, growth, and learning to trust yourself through life's transitions. This episode is a reminder that lasting health isn't built through perfection. It's built through awareness, resilience, self-compassion, and the willingness to keep showing up for yourself, even when things don't go to plan. If you’d like to go deeper, you’re very welcome to join The Whole Health Revolution for one week free using the code FREEWEEK at www.naturalhealthproject.co.nz/weightlossprogram  To contact Rachelle: rachelle@naturalhealthproject.co.nz  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/naturalhealthproject LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naturalhealthproject/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whole_health_revolution/  Your free week gives you access to over 47 private podcast episodes with live Q&A sessions, plus all program resources and tools. You can cancel anytime.

    15 min
  2. EP:14. Supercharge your Diet with these Superfoods

    May 24

    EP:14. Supercharge your Diet with these Superfoods

    In this episode of The Whole Health Revolution Podcast, we’re talking about simple ways to supercharge your nutrition without completely overhauling your diet. Rachelle breaks down some of her favourite “nutrition boosters” and everyday superfoods that can help support energy, metabolism, gut health, hormones, blood sugar balance, brain function, and healthy ageing, without complicated rules or expensive fads. Inside this episode: • The difference between gimmicky “superfoods” and genuinely nutrient-dense foods • How small additions to meals can create big health benefits over time • The benefits of foods like chia seeds, flaxseeds, matcha, oats, berries, fermented foods, herbs, spices, nuts, and more • Why variety matters more than perfection • Simple ways to habit-stack these foods into meals you already eat • How different superfoods may support things like cholesterol, blood sugar, menopause, digestion, inflammation, cravings, and energy This episode is packed with practical, realistic ideas to help you nourish your body sustainably, without restriction or overwhelm. Your mission this week? Pick TWO superfoods and start using them consistently! Available now on Spotify and all major podcast platforms. If you’d like to go deeper, you’re very welcome to join The Whole Health Revolution for one week free using the code FREEWEEK at www.naturalhealthproject.co.nz/weightlossprogram  To contact Rachelle: rachelle@naturalhealthproject.co.nz  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/naturalhealthproject LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naturalhealthproject/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whole_health_revolution/  Your free week gives you access to over 50 private podcast episodes with live Q&A sessions, plus all program resources and tools. You can cancel anytime. Chapters (00:00:00) - The Whole Health Revolution(00:01:05) - Supercharging Your Nutrition(00:02:51) - Green powders for energy and brain health(00:09:35) - Flaxseeds(00:10:37) - Chia Seeds(00:11:44) - Herbs and spices in your diet(00:17:59) - How to eat oats(00:19:16) - Fruit and veggie superfoods(00:23:07) - Fooled by Creatine

    28 min
  3. EP: 13. Rebuilding Self Trust with Food

    May 14

    EP: 13. Rebuilding Self Trust with Food

    Do you feel like certain foods have “power” over you? Maybe you tell yourself: “I can’t have chocolate in the house.” “If I open the packet, I won’t stop.” “I’ve completely blown my diet.” In this episode, I’m talking about something so many people struggle with and that is rebuilding trust with food. I explore: • Why restriction often backfires • The psychology behind cravings and overeating • How diet culture damages our relationship with food • Emotional eating and all-or-nothing thinking • Practical tools to help rebuild self-trust around food • Why true health includes freedom — not perfection I also share part of my own journey and how I completely changed my relationship with food after years of struggling with bulimia. This episode is not about another diet or food rules. It’s about learning to nourish your body, enjoy food again, and stop living in the cycle of guilt and restriction. Because one meal doesn’t define your health journey… Your long-term habits do. If this episode resonates with you, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. If you’d like to go deeper, you’re very welcome to join The Whole Health Revolution for one week free using the code FREEWEEK at www.naturalhealthproject.co.nz/weightlossprogram  To contact Rachelle: rachelle@naturalhealthproject.co.nz  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/naturalhealthproject LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naturalhealthproject/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whole_health_revolution/  Your free week gives you access to over 47 private podcast episodes with live Q&A sessions, plus all program resources and tools. You can cancel anytime. Chapters (00:00:00) - The Whole Health Revolution(00:00:48) - Restoring Self-Trust With Food(00:07:48) - 5 tips for reducing cravings after eating(00:13:42) - How to Write Your Food Story(00:15:26) - Bulimic Diets: Help for those struggling with this

    18 min
  4. EP: 12. Rewiring your Mind with Rafa Tadielo

    Apr 27

    EP: 12. Rewiring your Mind with Rafa Tadielo

    Why do we keep falling back into the same habits… even when we know what to do? In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by Life Coach and Hypnotherapist Rafa Tadielo to explore what’s really going on beneath the surface when it comes to behaviour change. We dive into how the subconscious mind shapes our daily choices, why willpower isn’t enough, and how deeply ingrained patterns can keep us stuck in cycles around food, health, and self-sabotage. Rafa shares practical insights into how hypnotherapy and mindset work can help rewire these patterns, allowing change to feel easier, more natural, and long-lasting. This episode is for you if you feel like: • You “know what to do” but can’t seem to stick to it • You’re constantly starting over • You want a deeper understanding of why change feels so hard • You’re ready to approach your health in a completely different way This is about changing the way your mind works with you, not against you. You can connect with Rafa here: Website: https://www.rafatadielo.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafatadielo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rafatadielo If you’d like to go deeper, you’re very welcome to join The Whole Health Revolution for one week free using the code 'FREEWEEK' at www.naturalhealthproject.co.nz/weightlossprogram  To contact Rachelle: rachelle@naturalhealthproject.co.nz  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/naturalhealthproject LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naturalhealthproject/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whole_health_revolution/  Your free week gives you access to over 50 private podcast episodes with live Q&A sessions, plus all program resources and tools. You can cancel anytime. Chapters (00:00:00) - Hypnosis(00:00:44) - Health Revolution: Hypnosis Session with Hafa Tadiello(00:02:48) - Hypnotherapist and Life Coach(00:10:49) - Hypnotherapy and the challenge of change(00:16:43) - "The Journey should be fun"(00:17:18) - How to Manage Anxiety & Procrastination in Life(00:23:46) - What are the barriers that people face in making change in their life(00:26:52) - What would make today an ideal day?(00:32:27) - Stick with Gratitude for Anxiety and Stress(00:36:06) - A moment of calm and tranquility(00:46:34) - How to Connect with the One Up Fashion(00:48:31) - Weight Loss Coach Podcast

    50 min
  5. EP:11. Why Bloating is not about the Food!

    Apr 18

    EP:11. Why Bloating is not about the Food!

    Bloating is one of the most common concerns I hear, and often, it leads to cutting out more and more foods with little relief. In this episode, we shift the focus away from “what to avoid” and instead explore why your body is reacting in the first place. You’ll learn how bloating is often a sign of poor digestion rather than a specific food intolerance. We cover common triggers, but more importantly, the root causes — including low stomach acid, gut imbalances, stress, hormones, and slowed digestion. I also touch on: • The gut–stress connection and why your nervous system matters • Hormonal influences on bloating (especially for women) • Common gut conditions like IBS and SIBO • The link between constipation and bloating • Simple, practical ways to start supporting your gut If you feel like you’re reacting to everything you eat, this episode will help you understand why — and what you can start doing about it. Bloating isn’t random. It’s a message from your body. If you’d like to go deeper, you’re very welcome to join The Whole Health Revolution for one week free using the code FREEWEEK at www.naturalhealthproject.co.nz/weightlossprogram  To contact Rachelle: rachelle@naturalhealthproject.co.nz  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/naturalhealthproject LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naturalhealthproject/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whole_health_revolution/  Your free week gives you access to over 47 private podcast episodes with live Q&A sessions, plus all program resources and tools. You can cancel anytime. Chapters (00:00:00) - Why You're Bloating(00:01:31) - Bloating(00:07:54) - Common gut conditions, including leaky gut, hyperpermeability(00:10:02) - How to relieve bloating with regular bowel movements(00:12:34) - IBS and FODMAPs(00:14:34) - How to soothe your gut?(00:20:11) - The Whole Health Revolution

    22 min
  6. EP:10. Tired all the Time?  What your body is trying to tell you

    Apr 11

    EP:10. Tired all the Time? What your body is trying to tell you

    Tired all the time, even when you’re trying to do all the right things? In this episode, we go beyond the usual advice of “get more sleep” and dive into what’s really going on inside your body when your energy is low. We talk about the tiny powerhouses inside your cells (your mitochondria) and why they play such a crucial role in how energised, focused, and resilient you feel day to day. You’ll learn: Why fatigue isn’t always about sleep What’s really happening at a cellular level The signs your body is struggling to produce energy Simple, practical ways to support your energy naturally If you’ve been feeling flat, foggy, or like your body just isn’t bouncing back the way it used to, this episode will help you understand why — and what you can start doing about it. If you’d like to go deeper, you’re very welcome to join The Whole Health Revolution for one week free using the code FREEWEEK at www.naturalhealthproject.co.nz/weightlossprogram  To contact Rachelle: rachelle@naturalhealthproject.co.nz  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/naturalhealthproject LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naturalhealthproject/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whole_health_revolution/  Your free week gives you access to over 47 private podcast episodes with live Q&A sessions, plus all program resources and tools. You can cancel anytime. Chapters (00:00:00) - Why is someone so fatigued?(00:01:28) - Mitochondria(00:08:29) - How to manage your stress?(00:16:28) - Weekly Challenge: Restore Your Mitochondria(00:17:49) - The Whole Health Revolution

    20 min
  7. EP8: How to Thrive Through Perimenopause & Beyond

    Mar 29

    EP8: How to Thrive Through Perimenopause & Beyond

    Perimenopause and menopause can feel confusing, unpredictable, and at times overwhelming… but it doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode, Rachelle breaks down what’s really happening in your body during this transition, and how to support yourself through it in a practical, natural, and empowering way. You’ll learn why symptoms like poor sleep, weight gain, mood changes, and brain fog occur, and more importantly, what you can do to feel more balanced, energised, and in control. This episode covers: • What perimenopause is and when it starts • Why some women struggle more than others • The role of estrogen and progesterone (and why the fluctuations matter) • How blood sugar impacts cravings, weight, and mood • Key nutrients to support your body during this stage • Simple nutrition and lifestyle strategies to reduce symptoms and improve wellbeing If you’re in your late 30s, 40s, or 50s, or supporting someone who is, this episode will help you better understand your body and give you practical tools to thrive through this phase of life. Because menopause isn’t the beginning of decline, it’s an opportunity to take control of your health and feel your best. Chapters (00:00:00) - How to Thrive Through Perimenopause & Menopausal Years(00:01:36) - What is Perimenopause?(00:04:02) - How to manage the menopause symptoms(00:05:20) - What is Perimenopause? (Symptoms, How to(00:07:06) - How to manage blood sugar during perimenopause?(00:09:57) - 9 vital nutrients for your health during perimenopause and men(00:17:10) - Six nutrients you need to eat to improve your skin and immunity(00:17:46) - Seven essential nutrients for women in menopause(00:21:28) - Phytoestrogen rich foods for the perimenopause(00:28:40) - Liver detoxification, six nutrients(00:30:22) - Perimenopause and how to manage hormonal symptoms(00:33:13) - The Whole Health Project

    35 min

About

The Whole Health Revolution Podcast is a space for real, evidence-based conversations about health, nutrition, and sustainable lifestyle change, without fads, extremes, or food fear. Hosted by Rachelle, a Clinical Nutritionist, Naturopath, and Medical Herbalist with over 20 years’ experience in the health and wellness, this podcast explores what it truly takes to feel better, stronger, and more in control of your health. Each episode covers topics such as metabolic health, weight loss, blood sugar balance, hormones, gut health, cravings, stress, sleep, and mindset, all through a holistic lens that recognises the body as an interconnected system. Many episodes are adapted from Rachelle’s live weekly coaching calls inside The Whole Health Revolution membership, where members receive education, guidance, and support in real time. Public episodes are edited for listening, while the full live experience remains exclusive to members. If you’re tired of conflicting health advice, quick fixes, and starting over every Monday, this podcast will help you build habits that last and a healthier relationship with food and your body. Food is medicine. Health is holistic. And lasting change is possible. To learn more about The Whole Health Revolution or join the program, visit the links in the show notes. This is your place for real health, real conversations, and sustainable change - without fads or extremes.