The Whole Health Revolution Podcast

Rachelle Turrell
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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. 1d ago

    EP:16. What a Continuous Blood Glucose Monitor can Tell you About your Health

    Have you ever wondered what happens to your blood glucose after you eat, or why the same meal can affect two people very differently? In this episode, I explore what a continuous glucose monitor, or CGM, can reveal about your health. We look at glucose spikes and dips, why some seemingly healthy foods may cause a bigger response than expected, and how sleep, stress and movement can influence your readings. I also explain how combining carbohydrates with protein, healthy fats and fibre may help create a steadier glucose response, and why a simple walk after eating can make a meaningful difference. Using a CGM isn’t about fearing food or trying to achieve a perfectly flat glucose line. It’s about becoming curious, understanding your individual responses and using that information to make practical, sustainable choices for your long-term health. This episode has been adapted from a live session inside The Whole Health Revolution, where members can join me each week, explore a new health or nutrition topic and have their questions answered live. Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction: Why Blood Sugar Matters(00:00:48) - Scale of the Diabetes Problem(00:01:52) - Understanding Insulin Resistance(00:03:50) - Signs and Symptoms of Insulin Resistance(00:04:42) - Blood Sugar, Inflammation and Chronic Disease Links(00:06:01) - Introducing Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs)(00:07:07) - How a CGM Applicator Works (Demonstration)(00:08:31) - Individual Responses to Food (Oats Example)(00:09:43) - Using Movement After Meals to Lower Glucose(00:10:43) - Client Case: Walking After Meals(00:11:37) - How to Structure a CGM Trial(00:12:41) - Tracking Meals and Exercise in the App(00:14:14) - Personal CGM Experiments: Matcha and Sushi Surprises(00:16:17) - Perimenopause, Insulin Resistance and Prevention(00:18:07) - Access, Cost and Availability of CGMs(00:19:17) - Reversing Type 2 Diabetes and Working with Medication(00:21:27) - Closing Thoughts and Encouragement to Try a CGM

    EP:16. What a Continuous Blood Glucose Monitor can Tell you About your Health

  2. 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.

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

  3. 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

    EP:14. Supercharge your Diet with these Superfoods

  4. 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

    EP: 13. Rebuilding Self Trust with Food

  5. 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

    EP: 12. Rewiring your Mind with Rafa Tadielo

  6. 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

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

  7. 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

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

  8. Apr 4

    EP: 9. Making the Switch to a Wholefood Diet

    Thinking about eating healthier, but feeling overwhelmed by where to start? In this episode, Rachelle breaks down how to transition to a whole-food way of living in a way that feels simple, realistic, and sustainable, not restrictive or complicated. You’ll learn what “whole foods” really mean, why ultra-processed foods keep you stuck in cravings, and how small, consistent changes can completely shift your energy, metabolism, and relationship with food. Rachelle shares practical, everyday strategies, including how to assess what’s currently in your kitchen, simple swaps you can start making today, how to build a nourishing pantry without wasting money, and how to keep meals easy while still supporting your health goals. This episode is all about progress over perfection and meeting yourself where you’re at and building habits that actually last. If you’ve ever felt like healthy eating is “too hard” or “too expensive,” this is the reset you need. Chapters (00:00:00) - How to Make the Whole Foods Diet Switch(00:01:44) - What is whole foods and ultra-processed foods?(00:03:40) - Whole Food Diet: The first step(00:08:15) - Wonders of the Pantry(00:12:38) - Six tips for sticking to a balanced diet(00:15:45) - Wonders of the World: Eating HEALTHY(00:18:22) - Challenge

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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.

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