Why GLP’s Work…Until They Don’t
Episode 304 of the The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show with Ben Brown podcast, hosted by Benjamin Brown, titled "Why GLP’s Work…Until They Don’t" was published on February 17, 2026 and runs 53 minutes.
February 17, 2026 ·53m · The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show with Ben Brown
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Episode Description
What if your breakthrough isn’t another supplement or hormone protocol, but a personalized understanding of what’s actually driving your results?
In this episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I talk with Brad Clifford, founder and CEO of ELEVÉTION Health, a concierge performance company built around genomics, advanced blood work, and cellular health. Brad shares how he went from panic attacks and brain fog to rebuilding his health from the cellular level up.
We break down the two-pronged nature of health, psychological and physiological, why sleep is the ultimate force multiplier, and why no supplement, peptide, or TRT protocol can replace foundational habits. We also dive into metabolic flexibility, mitochondrial health, GLP-1 drugs, and why most people regain the weight when they come off them.
Tune in now to build a smarter, more sustainable strategy for long-term performance and longevity.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Why GLP-1 Drugs Feel So Powerful
01:44 – Episode Intro
03:26 – Who Is Brad Clifford?
07:03 – The Two Prongs of Health
08:25 – Sleep, Nutrition & Exercise Foundations
12:25 – Brad’s Health Struggles & Panic Attacks
15:30 – Genomics & Brain Chemistry
21:44 – How Elevation Differs from Typical Clinics
24:41 – Why “Stacks” Don’t Work
28:30 – Mitochondria & NAD
31:51 – Metabolic Flexibility
34:52 – Carnivore & Long-Term Tradeoffs
39:27 – Addition by Subtraction
40:00 – Sleep & Injury Risk
41:30 – Psychology of Transformation
43:00 – GLP-1 Weight Regain
46:17 – Future Casting & Identity
51:05 – UK Expansion
52:01 – Where to Connect
Connect with Brad Clifford
Website: https://www.elevetion.com
Instagram (Elevation): https://www.instagram.com/elevetionhealth/
Instagram (Brad): https://www.instagram.com/brad_clifford
Links & Resources:
Connect with Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/
Learn more about Ben’s coaching program: www.bodysystems.com
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