Topic: Health Food

Health Food comes up in 14 chapters across 14 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from November 2012 to October 2026.

November 2012 October 2026

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Dr. Zach Bush | Unseen Factors Of True Health, System Failure, & Radical Embodiment
• 1:14:09 - 1:18:13

Dr. Zach Bush | Unseen Factors Of True Health, System Failure, & Radical Embodiment

Glyphosate Exposure, Third Generation Defects and Organic Markets

The discussion highlights the severe long-term impacts of glyphosate exposure across three generations, leading to metabolic collapse and birth defects. Carlwood expresses frustration with the lack of organic options in local markets and the difficulty of maintaining a conviction for natural living in a system that prioritizes chemical agriculture. He emphasizes the need for a "land shaman" or spiritual translator to help navigate these environmental challenges.

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Mark Shepard | Restoration Agriculture, Wild Profit, & Nature’s Intelligence
• 52:41 - 59:42

Mark Shepard | Restoration Agriculture, Wild Profit, & Nature’s Intelligence

Nutrient Density, Superbugs and Bionutrient Food Association

Shepard discusses how monocrop agriculture creates superbugs and superviruses by forcing pests to adapt to chemical interventions. He references Dan Kittredge and the Bionutrient Food Association, noting that soil health is the primary driver of nutrition. He warns that the industry may attempt to "game" nutrient meters by spraying fossil-fuel-derived vitamins directly onto leaves rather than building healthy soil ecosystems.

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Dr. Russell Blaylock | Excitotoxins, Food Industry Corruption, & Killing Us Softly
• 0:13 - 3:39

Dr. Russell Blaylock | Excitotoxins, Food Industry Corruption, & Killing Us Softly

Processed Food Industry, Dr. Russell Blaylock Introduction

Host Greg Carlwood introduces Dr. Russell Blaylock, a retired neurosurgeon and author of "Excitotoxins: The Taste That Kills." The discussion opens with the World Health Organization's recent admission that aspartame may be carcinogenic. Dr. Blaylock reflects on his long career as a critic of the food industry and the corporate efforts to silence research on artificial sweeteners.

Dr. Frédéric Leroy | The Food Control Cult, Anti-Meat Elite, & The Frankenfood Industrial Complex
• 52:22 - 56:54

Dr. Frédéric Leroy | The Food Control Cult, Anti-Meat Elite, & The Frankenfood Industrial Complex

World Health Organization, IPCC for Food, and National Autonomy

There is a concerted effort to establish an "IPCC for food" to create global agreements similar to the Paris Agreement. Francisco Branco of the WHO has suggested that food policies should trickle down from international bodies to national governments, effectively bypassing bottom-up democratic processes. This strategy aims to use the WHO as a controlling body to push through specific dietary ideas under the guise of global health coordination.

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Jeffrey Smith | Secret Ingredients, Genetic Roulette, & GMO 2.0
• 4:46 - 9:24

Jeffrey Smith | Secret Ingredients, Genetic Roulette, & GMO 2.0

Organic Diets, Disease Reversal and Symptom Tracking

Jeffrey Smith argues that switching to an all-organic diet can lead to remarkable health turnarounds for conditions ranging from infertility to autoimmune diseases. He recommends that individuals maintain a daily diary to track energy levels, mood, and physical symptoms when transitioning away from GMO and Roundup-laden foods.

Ice Age Farmer / Christian Westbrook | Rockefeller Food, AgTech, & The Coming Food Supply Shortage
• 28:57 - 33:12

Ice Age Farmer / Christian Westbrook | Rockefeller Food, AgTech, & The Coming Food Supply Shortage

Small Farmer Bankruptcies, Regulatory Red Tape

Small farmers face increasing financial pressure from trade wars, solar minimum weather effects, and the sudden loss of restaurant and school cafeteria demand. Regulatory hurdles prevent these producers from pivoting to direct-to-consumer sales, as seen when health departments shut down restaurant vegetable stands. The segment argues that rigid USDA inspections and state red tape are exacerbating the crisis by preventing food from reaching consumers.

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Marion Nestle | Food Politics, Industry-Funded Research, & The Unsavory Truth
• 1:05:42 - 1:08:49

Marion Nestle | Food Politics, Industry-Funded Research, & The Unsavory Truth

Pet Food Quality and Personal Health Observations

Carlwood expresses more skepticism than Nestle regarding the pet food industry, citing frequent recalls and the potential negative effects of long-term processed food consumption. He shares his experience with an aging dog whose health improved after switching to raw meat and vegetables. He also questions the quality of human health when consuming nutrient-devoid foods, even if caloric intake is managed.

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John Brisson | Fixing Your Gut, Food Medicine, & Reclaiming Your Health
• 31:06 - 35:43

John Brisson | Fixing Your Gut, Food Medicine, & Reclaiming Your Health

Perfect Health Diet and Seasonal Organic Eating

The "Perfect Health Diet" by Paul Jaminet is highlighted as a strong universal framework, emphasizing local, organic, and seasonal foods. John Brisson advises cooking vegetables to reduce anti-nutrients like oxalates and phytic acid, especially for those with compromised gut health. The discussion covers the importance of healthy fats from coconut oil and grass-fed butter while avoiding the "dirty dozen" pesticides.

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John Brisson | Fixing Your Gut, The Medical Machine, & Plum Island
• 40:19 - 45:55

John Brisson | Fixing Your Gut, The Medical Machine, & Plum Island

Dietary Recommendations, Magnesium and Gut Health Protocols

John Brisson provides practical advice for maintaining gut health, emphasizing the importance of individualized diets like the Mediterranean or Perfect Health Diet. He recommends consuming organic vegetables, wild-caught fish, and fermented foods while avoiding high-sugar yogurts and processed grains. Key supplements mentioned include magnesium for bowel regularity and Vitamin D from natural sunlight to support immune function and repair gut junctions.

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John McMurtry | The Cancer Stage Of Capitalism
• 45:33 - 49:54

John McMurtry | The Cancer Stage Of Capitalism

Individual Agency, Public Water, Edward Bernays Propaganda

McMurtry discusses individual resistance to the money sequence through principled life choices, such as refusing bottled water and supporting public infrastructure. He references Edward Bernays and the "mechanism of consent" to explain how the invisible government regiments the public through the information economy. The segment highlights the importance of life-coherent choices in media consumption and diet, noting how the World Health Organization has been pressured by moneyed interests to suppress information on junk food.

Johnny Cirucci | The Roman Catholic Conspiracy, Vatican Crimes, & The Jesuits
• 31:19 - 37:48

Johnny Cirucci | The Roman Catholic Conspiracy, Vatican Crimes, & The Jesuits

Religious Oppression, Personal Discipline, and Health Conspiracies

Greg Carlwood and Johnny Cirucci compare their experiences with religious oppression, specifically the shame and guilt associated with Catholic upbringing. Cirucci argues that true Christianity is about internal self-discipline rather than external force, using a metaphor of physical fitness and healthy eating. He suggests that the difficulty of maintaining a healthy lifestyle in the modern world is a deliberate result of elite influence.

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THC 90: Dave Asprey | Biohacking, Optimizing, & The Upgraded Self
• 49:10 - 54:02

THC 90: Dave Asprey | Biohacking, Optimizing, & The Upgraded Self

Autoimmune Reactions, Food Sense App, Silicon Valley Health Institute

The discussion focuses on identifying food sensitivities that cause chronic sinus issues and brain fog. Asprey introduces his "Food Sense" app, which uses heart rate monitoring to identify "kryptonite" foods that trigger inflammatory responses. He also mentions his 20-year involvement with the Silicon Valley Health Institute, a non-profit dedicated to sharing expert knowledge on anti-aging and human performance.

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THC 74: Peter Moon | The Montauk Project, Chi Gong, & The Secret Romanian Hall of Records
• 17:38 - 20:38

THC 74: Peter Moon | The Montauk Project, Chi Gong, & The Secret Romanian Hall of Records

CIA Mind Control Settlements and the Importance of Holistic Health

The CIA reportedly made settlements with victims of mind control experiments at the Allen Memorial Institute in Montreal to avoid legal discovery in the United States. The discussion shifts to how modern society limits human potential through poor nutrition and environmental toxins. Improving personal health and diet is presented as a necessary step for the brain to function properly and perceive reality beyond societal filters.

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THC 37: Dr. Matt Mumber | Sustainable Wellness
• 41:12 - 45:21

THC 37: Dr. Matt Mumber | Sustainable Wellness

Whole Food Plant-Based Diet and Environmental Impact

A whole-food plant-based diet is recommended as a superior nutritional approach, focusing on fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds while minimizing animal products and processed foods. Beyond personal health, reducing meat consumption has a significant positive environmental impact, as animal agriculture produces more harmful gases than cars and consumes vast amounts of natural resources. Transitioning to this diet can be done gradually, such as aiming for 50% plant-based meals initially.