Think you’re doing everything right — eating clean, avoiding junk, trying all the wellness trends — but still feel bloated, tired, or stuck? You’re not alone. In this episode, leading nutritionist Layla Al-Naif joins us to unpack the hidden ways your healthy habits might actually be backfiring — and what to do instead.
This is not about restrictive diets or fear-based rules. It’s about helping you understand:
- Why fad diets often fail to create real, lasting change
- How cheat meals mess with your gut and mindset more than you realise
- What your gut actually needs to function well
- Why eating “clean” doesn’t always mean eating right
- How to build balanced meals that support your energy — even when you're busy
If you’re:
- Always bloated, even on a “clean” diet
- Feeling low on energy despite eating well
- Confused about what’s actually healthy
- Craving a simpler, more sustainable approach to food
...this episode will help you reset your thinking and feel better — without the overwhelm. Simplified no BS advice from Layla to get your nutrition on track!
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TIME STAMPS
(01:30) Introduction
(02:52) FAD Diets: Which one should we avoid?
(06:31) When diets are only a means to an end
(11:30) Cheat meals are your worst friend
(15:04) What your gut needs
(16:53) Eating for your Blood Type
(18:56) Does your cultural heritage play role in what you can and can’t eat?
(27:07) Do emotions play a role in digestion?
(30:38) Is Fasting good?
(39:36) Should we aim for ‘healthy’ or ‘nutritious’?
(43:49) Blueprint for building our plates
(46:55) How to meal prep when you’re time poor?
WHO AM I?
My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process 📸 Connect with me on IG!
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