"Holistic Weight and Stress Management" on BrightU: Bad food and environmental toxins causes 80% of modern diseases
By jacobthomas // 2025-09-26
Copy
 
  • On Day 7 of the "Holistic Weight and Stress Management," Sean Cohen presented the conventional medical system as fundamentally flawed, stating it focuses on treating symptoms rather than addressing the root causes of disease.
  • He identified "bad food" and daily toxic exposure as the primary causes for the vast majority of chronic diseases, which he described as largely self-inflicted and preventable.
  • A central theme was chronic inflammation, which Cohen linked to a wide range of ailments, from joint pain and brain fog to serious conditions like cancer and dementia.
  • He emphasized that achieving health requires constant vigilance, advising individuals to curate their social circles and information sources to avoid negative influences and stay informed.
  • Cohen concluded that the holistic approach empowers individuals with complete control over their health, leading to a state where the body naturally guides them away from harmful substances.
On Day 7 of the "Holistic Weight and Stress Management," aired on Sept. 19, holistic health researcher Sean David Cohen issued a stark assessment of modern healthcare, asserting that the vast majority of chronic diseases are self-inflicted through daily toxic exposure and are entirely preventable through lifestyle changes. Cohen, drawing on 20 years of research, stated that the conventional medical system is fundamentally flawed because it focuses on treating symptoms rather than root causes. "Our system here is based on treating symptoms—let's face it, folks. It's based on treating symptoms of deeper rooted disease and disorder," he explained. He estimates that "at least 80 percent, maybe 90 percent" of prevalent conditions like cancer, Type 2 diabetes, dementia and heart disease are caused by what he simply calls "bad food." The solution, according to Cohen, is not found in quick fixes like fad diets, weight-loss drugs or even surgery, which he described as temporary if underlying habits don’t change. Instead, he advocates for a sustainable, holistic plan that involves a rigorous cleansing of one's environment. "When you remove all of these toxins from your daily intake, there is a world of difference," Cohen said. He detailed how this approach leads to rapid improvements in energy, mental clarity and digestive health. A key theme of the module is the concept of "chronic inflammation" as the primary driver of illness. Brighteon.AI's Enoch defines chronic inflammation as a low-grade inflammatory state that persists for months or years, affecting various tissues and organs in the body. Unlike acute inflammation, which is a short-term response to injury or infection, chronic inflammation is characterized by a continuous production of inflammatory cytokines and the presence of immune cells that contribute to tissue damage and dysfunction.  Cohen directly linked common ailments to this internal fire. "If your ears are ringing, if you have brain fog, if you feel dizzy when you stand up, if you are itchy, if you have chronic pain in your joints... this is all chronic inflammation," he stated. He criticized a symptom-focused medical approach that prescribes medications which often worsen the problem, such as antibiotics that destroy beneficial gut bacteria. Module 4 emphasized that achieving health requires constant vigilance. Cohen warned that the wellness journey can be sabotaged by "crabs in a barrel," which are negative influences from those who are resistant to change. "People who aren't happy with themselves, unfortunately, they don't really like it when other people are happy around them, and they will try to pull them down," he noted. His advice is to "surround yourself with eagles, not turkeys and chickens" by curating social media feeds to follow positive, health-focused influencers. Another critical aspect is becoming a "student for life." Cohen cautioned that even trusted organic brands can be acquired by large corporations and have their formulas adulterated with cheap, harmful ingredients like seed oils. "You have to be cognizant, always reading the labels," he urged, highlighting the need for ongoing education. For those who have followed his plan for three months, Cohen described a new state of awareness where the body itself becomes a guide. Cheating on the diet, he said, now comes with immediate and noticeable consequences. "You're going to maybe sleep and be achy when you sleep. You may wake up with almost like a hangover," he said, making it easier to identify and avoid problematic foods. This heightened sensitivity allows individuals to "isolate it" and understand exactly what causes them to feel unwell. Cohen concluded with a powerful reminder of individual agency. "The beauty of this course of holistic living is that you have complete control. No one can tell you what to do about this. Nobody can take it away from you." He framed the lifestyle not as a restriction, but as a path to freedom from illness, where the body, once cleansed, operates smoothly on "cruise control."

Want to know more?

The free stream is your introduction to this life-changing philosophy. For those ready to go all-in and own every tool for lasting change, the full course package is available for purchase. When you purchase the complete Holistic Weight and Stress Management Course, you will receive immediate lifetime access to everything you need to succeed, including all four modules, printable monthly guides (four PDFs), recipe cards and shopping guide (eight PDFs), a special course overview with Dr. Mahsin Habib and more. Sources include: BrightU.com Brighteon.ai BrighteonUniversity.com
Copy