Get ready to fall in love with vegan Italian food. In this delicious episode of Food Heals, Allison sits down with Chef Tara Punzone, founder of LA's award-winning vegan restaurant Pura Vita, and renowned author Gene Stone (Forks Over Knives, How Not to Die) to talk about their brand new cookbook, Vegana Italiana.

From mouthwatering pastas and creamy vegan ricotta to tiramisu you'll dream about, this episode explores how simple, clean ingredients and a little love can create unforgettable meals that are as good for you as they are for the planet.

You'll discover:

• The story behind the first vegan Italian organic restaurant in the U.S. and how it survived Covid and thrived

• How Tara and Gene teamed up to bring her recipes and stories to life in Vegana Italiana

• The secret to making authentic Italian flavors without dairy or meat (hint: it starts with olive oil and San Marzano tomatoes)

• Why real Italian food makes you feel good instead of bloated and how ingredients grown in Italy differ from those in the U.S.

• What "biodynamic wine" actually means (and why you'll never drink the same way again)

• Tara's top favorite recipes from the book, including her vegan tiramisu, handmade gnocchi, and addictive mozzarella

• How to stock your "Essential Vegan Italian Pantry" for success

• The mindset shifts that helped Tara manifest her dream restaurant and now, her dream cookbook

Listen now to learn how to cook, eat, and live the Italian vegan way, full of passion, flavor, and love.

We've all heard the promises of The Secret. If you think positive thoughts and raise your frequency, you can have, be, and do anything you want. But what happens when your nervous system is stuck in trauma and doesn't feel safe enough to receive? That's when manifestation stops working and survival mode takes over.

In this episode of Food Heals, Allison Melody chats with Empowerment Strategist JJ Flizanes to explore the 4 survival states, how they block our manifestation, and how to move from trauma to transformation.

Fight is when your body gears up to defend at all costs. Think Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games or Will Smith at the Oscars yelling, "Keep my wife's name out of your f--king mouth."

Flight is when your system tells you to run or avoid the situation entirely. Scooby-Doo and Shaggy bolting from monsters. Forrest Gump's iconic "Run, Forrest, run." Meredith Marks  disengaging.

Freeze is when you shut down, dissociate, or feel paralyzed. Think Ophelia in Hamlet, frozen and silenced by grief. Harry Potter stunned into stillness when Voldemort reappears.

Fawn is when you abandon your own needs in order to appease or please others. Kyle Richards feeling guilty when Kathy has to apologize to her, Sansa Stark pledging her loyalty to King Joffrey in Game of Thrones just to survive.

In today's episode, you will learn:

• Why traditional Law of Attraction teachings stop at the mind and miss the body

• How trauma and unprocessed emotions can keep you stuck in survival states

• Tools to shift from survival into safety so you can finally align with your desires

• The exact steps JJ takes herself when she feels triggered and needs to reset

Listen now to discover how to move from survival mode into flow so you can finally create the life you have been vision-boarding. Get tickets to JJ's event October 17–19 and save $250 with the code FOODHEALS250 at jjflizanes.com/unleash.

 

If you've ever felt powerless in the face of cravings, you're not alone. But what if you could break the cycle of emotional eating, self-sabotage, and guilt—for good?

In this episode of Food Heals, Allison Melody and Sexy Fit Vegan founder Ella Magers dive deep into The Peace Process—a 5-step framework designed to help you pause, reflect, and make empowered choices around food.

Ella walks Alli through the process in real-time, leading to a massive aha moment that could change the way you think about food forever. Plus, Allison and Ella share personal stories of overcoming cravings, rewriting limiting beliefs, and learning to trust their bodies.

In this episode, you'll discover:

✔️ The Peace Process: A step-by-step method to break free from cravings and emotional eating
✔️ How to shift from autopilot reactions to conscious, empowered choices
✔️ A behind-the-scenes moment where Allison experiences a powerful breakthrough

If you're ready to take control of your eating habits without restriction or willpower battles, this episode is for you!

🎧 Tune in now to discover how The Peace Process can help you finally feel free around food!

🌱 Learn more about Ella at sexyfitvegan.com.
💖 Join the Food Freedom Blueprint with Ella at https://allison.sexyfitvegan.com.

 

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Did you know that chronic disease is the number one thing killing us in 2023? Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) kill 41 million people each year worldwide, equivalent to 71% of all deaths globally. That statistic is staggering. Don't become a statistic! Instead listen to today's episode of Food Heals with Katherine Maslen, Naturopath and Founder of The Shift Clinics in Australia.

When addressing the cause of chronic disease, the number one thing we need to talk about is gut health. What do cancer, autoimmune diseases, allergies, mental health and fertility all have in common? The gut. 

 

That's right! Your microbiome does everything from digesting food to absorbing minerals to regulating your immune system and your hormones. All disease begins in the gut… and that's where healing begins as well! So in this week's episode we couldn't wait to interview an international expert on the topic of gut health, Katherine Maslen.

 

Katherine got into nutrition after witnessing a close friend's journey through lupus, an autoimmune disease. As she got sicker, her medicine cabinet grew, yet none of these medications had any positive effect on her health. She passed away at just 52. 

 

Katherine knew there just had to be a better way. This is what led her to create the Shift Clinic, an international wellness company that is changing the face of health and empowering people to take control of their healing journey. 

 

Check out Katherine's book Get Well Stay Well to discover the secrets to get back in touch with your body and start thriving. 

Listen to the Shift Podcast. 

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True Leaf Market

Since 1974 True Leaf Market has been the choice of over a million growers for Heirloom and Organic garden seeds.

True Leaf Market offers a great selection of cover crop seeds, including their all purpose garden cover crop mix: their most popular cover crop seeds for home gardeners.

Order Online at TrueLeafMarket.com, use promo code FOODHEALS10, and get $10 off your order of $50 or more.

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off.

Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justthrivehealth.com, use the coupon code foodheals, get 20% off.

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What is Vitamin L and why is it important? What are cover crops and what do we need to know about them? How can we grow wheatgrass, sprouts, microgreens and more at home?

In episode 412 of Food Heals, Allison Melody interviews Parker Garlitz, co-founder of True Leaf Market, an independent non-GMO seed company that has been curating premium seed brands since 1974 to answer these questions and more.

Parker says, the modern diet often lacks food that is actually alive when you eat it, as even grocery store produce has been off the vine for days to weeks before it gets to you. Living foods such as sprouts, microgreens, wheatgrass juice, and fresh garden produce eaten right after harvest can provide valuable nutrition.

"We believe that everyone should have access to indoor and outdoor growing," said Garlitz. "We want to build and rebuild communities through growing by making it an accessible practice for all. We hope everyone can experience the joy of growing."

Garlitz also discussed the benefits of growing cover crops, which he says is the most affordable and naturally sustainable way to revitalize garden soil for the coming growing season.

True Leaf Market curates premium brands such as Mountain Valley Seeds for conventional, Sustainable Seeds for organics, Kitazawa Seeds for Asian varieties, Mountain Valley Hybrids for F1 varieties, and Handy Pantry for sprouting. The company is dedicated to helping anyone begin growing and provides customer support and online growing information.

"We are intent on building strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and the home garden seed industry alike, to ensure that we are providing the best seed possible," said Garlitz. "We hope you'll make us your seed company of choice."

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Since 1974 True Leaf Market has been the choice of over a million growers for Heirloom and Organic garden seeds.

True Leaf Market offers a great selection of cover crop seeds, including their all purpose garden cover crop mix: their most popular cover crop seeds for home gardeners.

Order Online at TrueLeafMarket.com, use promo code FOODHEALS10, and get $10 off your order of $50 or more.

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What if meal prepping, working out, and biohacking your health could be easy? That's what today's guests will help you do. Learn how to workout for weight loss, meal prep like a boss, and bio-hack your health with simple things you can add to your healthy routine.

This is part two of our healthy AF series where I am featuring some of the best content from Healthy AF which is my total transformation program that you can join right now.

You'll get access to all the trainings plus weekly live coaching calls Go to http://foodhealsnation.com/transformation and sign up for just $333 and lets get healthy AF together.

First up we've got Fitness coach and MMA Fighter Ryan White, then we'll hear from plant-based meal planning expert Stephanie Dreyer, and finally Allison Melody will be sharing some of her favorite bio hacks for your health.

Ryan White's lifelong struggle with his weight led to him devoting a lot of time to learning the in's and out's of change psychology so he could better both himself and his many clients. You can check out his book Getting off the Rollercoaster on Amazon. 

Stephanie Dreyer is a freelance writer, author, and marketing consultant. She is also the founder of VeegMama, where she helps families cook and eat healthier. Get dinner on the table in about 30 minutes each night with our done-for-you meal plans, prep schedules and grocery lists. You can get started for just $1 over at foodhealsnation.com/batch.

If you're interested in overcoming emotional eating and manifesting true health by setting healthy boundaries and cultivating self-love, join the Healthy AF Total Transformation program. We offer a special deal for the next 2months, which includes access to all the previous classes and recordings plus 2 months of live coaching calls with us and other experts for the months of March and April. For only $333. Sign up at Foodhealsnation.com/Transformation.

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Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justthrivehealth.com, use the coupon code foodheals, get 20% off.

CURED Nutrition

When the world feels crazy and chaotic, remember that *you* don't have to. You deserve to take control of your mental and physical health. CURED Nutrition is trying to make it easier for you to do exactly that. Formulated with their trinity of ingredients – a blend of full-spectrum cannabinoids, functional mushrooms, and adaptogens – Serenity gummies are your answer to finding the calm in every storm.

You can grab your CURED favorites for 20% off by visiting www.curednutrition.com and using coupon code foodheals at checkout.

True Leaf Market

Since 1974 True Leaf Market has been the choice of over a million growers for Heirloom and Organic garden seeds.

True Leaf Market offers a great selection of cover crop seeds, including their all purpose garden cover crop mix: their most popular cover crop seeds for home gardeners.

Order Online at TrueLeafMarket.com, use promo code FOODHEALS10, and get $10 off your order of $50 or more.

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off.

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Emotional eating is a common phenomenon that many people struggle with, but often goes unnoticed. It involves turning to food to cope with difficult emotions, rather than eating because you are hungry. Emotional eating can lead to consuming more calories than your body needs or can use, which can cause health problems. However, there are ways to overcome emotional eating and manifest true health by setting healthy boundaries and cultivating self-love.

In this 2-part series, we will discuss mindful eating, emotional healing, self-doubt, and setting healthy boundaries. We'll explore some behaviors and thought patterns that may increase your likelihood of becoming an emotional eater, and how to change them.

In the first two clips, Allison will discuss an overview of how to get healthy AF, then we'll talk about how to become aware of your emotional eating habits and how to change them with a food and mood journal.

Then, we have JJ Flizanes discussing self-doubt, avoiding self-sabotage, emotional healing, and the law of attraction. JJ says we can't create long-lasting change when we are doing it from a place of "I'm not good enough" or "I'll be good enough when I am fit, healthy, thin." Instead, she encourages us to get healthy AF from a place of self-love.

Learn more about JJ at JJFlizanes.com.

Finally, we end with Laura Powers talking about how to set healthy boundaries. Laura emphasizes that whatever we are choosing, we get sent more of that. Therefore, it's essential to show the universe what we want more of by creating more of that in our lives every day.

Learn more about Laura at HealingPowers.net

If you're interested in overcoming emotional eating and manifesting true health by setting healthy boundaries and cultivating self-love, join the Healthy AF Total Transformation program. We offer a special deal for the next 2months, which includes access to all the previous classes and recordings plus 2 months of live coaching calls with us and other experts for the months of March and April. For only $333. Sign up at Foodhealsnation.com/Transformation.

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CURED Nutrition

When the world feels crazy and chaotic, remember that *you* don't have to. You deserve to take control of your mental and physical health. CURED Nutrition is trying to make it easier for you to do exactly that. Formulated with their trinity of ingredients – a blend of full-spectrum cannabinoids, functional mushrooms, and adaptogens – Serenity gummies are your answer to finding the calm in every storm.

You can grab your CURED favorites for 20% off by visiting www.curednutrition.com and using coupon code foodheals at checkout.

Athletic Greens

Who else wants free Vitamin D for a year? Say goodbye to piles of pills and countless powders. One daily serving of AG1 delivers a potent blend of 9 health products—a multivitamin, minerals, probiotics, adaptogens and more. It's the comprehensive, foundational nutrition you need!

Go to AthleticGreens.com/foodheals to get your FREE One Year Supply of Vitamin D3+K2, 5 Travel Packs using the code foodheals.

Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon code foodheals15, get 20% off.

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off.

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His shoes were hanging off the ledge and he was about to let go. He was trapped in a deep depression. At this crossroads moment of his life, he had a realization - he would let his depression make something of him or he could make something of it. He chose the latter and Cured Nutrition was born

This is the story of today's guest, Joe Sheehey. 

What are cannabinoids and how can they help us when it comes to sleep, depression, and anxiety? Why would an aerospace engineer leave corporate America to help people heal naturally and elevate their consciousness? Answers to these questions and more on today's episode of Food Heals.

Joe Sheehey is the Founder and CEO of CURED Nutrition, a leading cannabinoid wellness brand. Joe, a former NASA contributing aerospace engineer, shares his personal journey of leaving corporate America and committing to a future of health that looks much different than the past.

Joe's life was governed by a strict set of rules and adherence to socially-acceptable paths until he found himself trapped in a deep depression. At a crossroads moment, he realized that he could let his depression make something of him or he could make something of it. He chose the latter and CURED Nutrition was born.

Joe's mission is to change the narrative around cannabis and elevate consciousness on all fronts, guiding others towards a radical sense of self-actualization. He shares his story of resilience, perseverance, and renewed self-awareness, triumphing through periods of anxiety, depression, and suicidal attempts.

In this episode, Joe discusses cannabinoids and how they can help with sleep, depression, and anxiety. He also talks about why he left his career as an aerospace engineer to help people heal naturally and elevate their consciousness. Listeners can check out CURED Nutrition at curednutrition.com and use the code "foodheals" to save 20% off their order. Tune in to this inspiring episode to learn more about Joe's journey and his commitment to pushing boundaries and changing the future of health.

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CURED Nutrition

When the world feels crazy and chaotic, remember that *you* don't have to. You deserve to take control of your mental and physical health. CURED Nutrition is trying to make it easier for you to do exactly that. Formulated with their trinity of ingredients – a blend of full-spectrum cannabinoids, functional mushrooms, and adaptogens – Serenity gummies are your answer to finding the calm in every storm.

CURED is extending an exclusive offer to you, my listeners. You can grab your CURED favorites for 20% off by visiting www.curednutrition.com and using coupon code foodheals at checkout.

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What if it were possible to create a super convenient, organic, nutrient-dense, delicious, vegan food delivery company without compromising on taste, quality, or sustainability? Sounds like a dream right? Well, my guest today has made this dream into a reality with his company BIO RAW. I met Oren Epstein years ago at Expo West and have had the pleasure of watching his company not only grow but flourish.

Oren shares his journey of building BIO RAW from the ground up at just 24 years old, and how he scaled the company to over nine figures while maintaining integrity in his business operations. He also talks about the challenges he faced while creating one of the world's first zero-waste production facilities, which is also certified organic, gluten-free, nut-free, climate-neutral certified, and 100% green-powered.

In this episode, Oren discusses the importance of creating a business that aligns with your values, and how BIO RAW is committed to sustainability, social responsibility, and making a positive impact on the world. He also shares his experience as a consultant and speaker, helping other brands launch and expand while becoming forces for good in their own right.

So, join us as we dive into Oren's inspiring story of creating a vegan, organic, convenient, sustainable food company that is making a difference in the world.

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CURED Nutrition

When the world feels crazy and chaotic, remember that *you* don't have to. You deserve to take control of your mental and physical health. CURED Nutrition is trying to make it easier for you to do exactly that. Formulated with their trinity of ingredients – a blend of full-spectrum cannabinoids, functional mushrooms, and adaptogens – Serenity gummies are your answer to finding the calm in every storm.

CURED is extending an exclusive offer to you, my listeners. You can grab your CURED favorites for 20% off by visiting www.curednutrition.com and using coupon code foodheals at checkout.

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon code foodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

Athletic Greens

Who else wants free Vitamin D for a year? Say goodbye to piles of pills and countless powders. One daily serving of AG1 delivers a potent blend of 9 health products—a multivitamin, minerals, probiotics, adaptogens and more. It's the comprehensive, foundational nutrition you need with the convenience your life demands.

Go to AthleticGreens.com/foodheals to get your FREE One Year Supply of Vitamin D3+K2, 5 Travel Packs using the code foodheals.

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Today we've got the health hazards that are not making enough headlines and what you need to know to keep yourself healthy after a disaster. Then I'm talking about the future of plant-based protein with Jonathan Golan and how his company Brevel is making microalgae for the masses.

How to Detox After A Chemical Exposure:

It's been 13 days since a train carrying toxic chemicals derailed in East Palestine. Fires broke out and residents evacuated. Officials had to burn off a dangerous chemical called vinyl chloride before it could explode, causing a toxic pillar of smoke to tower over the town for days. Unfortunately, the aftermath of the accident is still being felt, with dead fish appearing in the creeks, and local residents reporting sudden deaths of chickens and illnesses in their pets.

If you have been affected by this disaster, it is imperative that you take your health back into your own hands and start a detox protocol.

Make sure to drink filtered water, which can remove some of the contaminants. Using an air purifier in your home with an UltraHEPA filter, can also help reduce exposure to the dangerous chemicals in the air. Taking supplements like nascent iodine, superfoods, and probiotics can assist your body in the detoxings. We may not be able to control the disaster itself, but we can control our own health and safety by taking steps to limit our exposure to dangerous chemicals.

The Future of Protein is Microalgae:

Yonatan Golan is passionate about making the world a better place through sustainable nutrition, social change and cutting edge science.

With his brothers he founded the company Brevel. Brevel makes microalgae alternative protein which is affordable, flavor and color neutral, highly functional, sustainable and scalable. Brevel is providing microalgae based alternative protein which is affordable, flavor and color neutral, highly functional, sustainable and at consistent and scalable production.

Today we discuss why the future of protein is microalgae, colonizing Mars, and the truth about The Martian film with Matt Damon.

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Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon code foodheals15, get 15% off your first order.

CURED Nutrition

Rise is a nootropic formulated by CURED's very own in-house clinical herbalist. It contains a blend of Lion's Mane and Cordyceps mushrooms, Rhodiola, Ginseng, and Broad Spectrum CBD. This blend of functional mushrooms, adaptogens and cannabinoids will leave your brain on fire and your to-do list asking for more.

CURED is extending an exclusive offer to you!. Grab Rise for 10% off by visiting www.curednutrition.com & usecoupon code foodheals at checkout.

Athletic Greens

Who else wants free Vitamin D for a year? Say goodbye to piles of pills and countless powders. One daily serving of AG1 delivers a potent blend of 9 health products—a multivitamin, minerals, probiotics, adaptogens and more. It's the comprehensive, foundational nutrition you need with the convenience your life demands.

Go to AthleticGreens.com/foodheals to get your FREE One Year Supply of Vitamin D3+K2, 5 Travel Packs with code foodheals.

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Still suffering from the holiday blues? Is anxiety and depression holding you back from living the life of your dreams? 

What if a simple age-old practice could change everything? That's right, we're talking about meditation. Specifically, The Women's Meditation Network and how Katie Krimitsos created a meditation empire that can help you heal - emotionally, physically, and spiritually.

Anxiety and depression are two of the most widespread mental health issues faced by people today. They can be overwhelming and make it difficult to live a happy and fulfilling life. Fortunately, meditation is an ancient practice that can help you overcome these challenges and promote overall health and wellbeing.

The history of meditation dates back thousands of years, with its roots in ancient India. Over time, it has been adopted by different cultures and religions, each adapting it in their own unique way. Today, meditation is experiencing a resurgence in popularity, and there are numerous forms of meditation available, including mindfulness meditation, loving-kindness meditation, and body scan meditation.

Meditation has been scientifically proven to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. By slowing down the activity of the mind and body, meditation can help reduce stress and anxiety, while also increasing feelings of happiness and wellbeing. These positive effects can counteract the negative effects of depression and lead to improved mental health.

In addition to its mental health benefits, meditation has also been shown to have positive effects on physical health. It can help reduce pain, lower blood pressure, improve heart health, and enhance sleep. By promoting physical and mental wellness, meditation can help individuals live healthier lives.

Katie Krimitsos is a leading advocate for meditation and its many benefits. Through her podcasts, Katie provides women with resources and guidance to help them incorporate meditation into their daily routines. Katie encourages people to "act as if" they already have what they want to manifest in their lives, and helps them not just survive, but thrive in all areas of their lives.

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Thrive Causemetics

Thrive Causemetics was born out of a friendship. Makeup artist and product developer, Karissa Bodnar, lost her dear friend Kristy to cancer at just 24 years old. Kristy's compassionate and vivacious spirit inspired Karissa to establish Thrive Causemetics, a beauty brand and philosophy that goes beyond skin deep by empowering women.

No parabens, sulfates, or phthalates. Certified 100% vegan and cruelty-free. Right now, you can get 15% off your first order when you visit ThriveCausemetics.com/FOODHEALS

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon code foodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

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Black mold, also known as Stachybotrys chartarum, is a type of fungus that can grow in damp or humid environments. It is commonly found in homes, and can have serious health effects on those who are exposed to it.

Exposure to black mold can cause a wide range of symptoms, including allergic reactions, respiratory problems, headaches, cold and flu-like symptoms and so much more. People who have a weak immune system, such as children, the elderly, and those with chronic health conditions, are particularly at risk. Long-term exposure to black mold can even lead to serious conditions such as neurological damage and cancer.

To detox your body after exposure to black mold, it is important to see a functional medicine practitioner and/or allergist. They will recommend a specific detox protocol based on your body to bring you back into balance. Additionally, it is important to focus on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including eating a balanced diet, getting enough sleep, and reducing stress.

When it comes to mold remediation in your home, it is essential not just to have the mold cleaned up and removed, but also to address the source of the problem. This means finding and fixing any leaks, dampness, or other sources of moisture that may be contributing to the growth of black mold. It is also important to have professionals clean and disinfect any areas where mold is present, and to properly ventilate your home to reduce humidity levels.

It is also necessary to bring in a professional mold remediation company to address a severe mold infestation. They will have the expertise and equipment necessary to safely remove mold and prevent its return.

It is important to note that black mold should not be taken lightly. Take the necessary steps to remove it and keep it from coming back. It is crucial to take the necessary precautions and to take care of your health and well-being!

In this episode, Laura Powers and Allison Melody share their mold exposure stories and what they are doing to detox their homes, offices and bodies and prevent future exposure.

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Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon codefoodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

 

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What do you do when you go to your doctor for help with a chronic condition and he says microwaving your body is your own option to feel better? In my opinion you get the f**k out. That's exactly what today's guest Juli Kramer did and luckily - lived to tell about it!

During her early 40s, Juli Kramer experienced severe gynecological problems with debilitating physical symptoms. Her doctor's solution was microwave treatment. Juli asked, "But aren't my symptoms telling me something?"

Her doctor's reply shocked her.

Juli was told her symptoms didn't matter, and that the microwave treatment would eliminate them. This made no sense to her. (This is a girl who doesn't even microwave her food, much less her body!)

Juli realized that her body was desperately trying to tell her that something was seriously wrong. But, all her doctor cared about was treating the symptoms instead of getting to the root cause of the problem and resolving that.

She knew there must be a better way and she set out to find it.

Little did she know, the answers would be found in the ancient secrets of chinese medicine.

Today, Dr. Juli Kramer is a certified qi gong, meditation, and TCM beauty secrets instructor. She holds a diploma in Chinese Medicine Nutritional Therapy and multiple certificates in Chinese medicine. Juli also has a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Counseling Psychology.

Her goal is to help you feel happier, look better and live longer by sharing with you the health benefits of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

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Are you ready to finally heal your relationship with food and your body? In this powerful episode of Food Heals, host Allison Melody sits down with Ella Magers, founder of Sexy Fit Vegan, to dive deep into food freedom, body confidence, and breaking the cycle of restriction, cravings, and guilt.

Ella, a dedicated vegan since the age of 15, has spent her life helping people transform their health from the inside out. Having overcome her own struggles with disordered eating and body image, she now empowers others to break free from diet culture and build a healthy, sustainable lifestyle rooted in self-love.

In this episode, Allison and Ella discuss:
✔️ Why willpower isn't the answer—and what actually works instead
✔️ How to stop emotional eating and self-sabotage for good
✔️ The truth about cravings (and how to work with them, not against them)
✔️ How to embrace movement and nutrition in a way that feels joyful, not punishing
✔️ The power pause and mindset shifts that will help you finally feel at home in your body

If you're tired of yo-yo dieting, food guilt, and feeling out of control around eating, this episode is for you. Ella's Food Freedom Blueprint is changing lives, and today, she's sharing her secrets to sustainable health, happiness, and confidence.

🎧 Tune in now and take the first step toward true food freedom!
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Could toxic mold be affecting your health? Mold is a tricky thing. It's affected people since the dawn of time – yet conventional medicine rarely addresses it. 

But make no mistake: it is a serious issue. Mold produces mycotoxins that can drive up estrogen levels, overburden the body with toxicity and elevate inflammation – so if you're sensitive to mold (25% of people have the gene that make them sensitive) other symptoms will appear, like frequent illness, excess allergies, exhaustion, hormonal issues, and more.

In this episode, I share the story of discovering toxic black mold in the vents of every room in my house, getting mold toxicity poisoning after an HVAC worker left the vent covers off - exposing me to more toxic mold, and mold spores - and what I am doing about it.

Then, I am speaking with Jenn Malecha who has her own harrowing mold toxicity story - and it is a must-listen!

Jenn Malecha had a pretty healthy up-bringing – garden, vegetables, an active lifestyle. But when she got to college, the long hours and stress caused by studying and working crazy hours caused her health to decline. Then, at just 25 (and having never been a sun-worshipper), Jenn was diagnosed with skin cancer…

 

She knew it had to be caused by her environment and lifestyle. Functional tests revealed that she had high oxidative stress, a clogged-up liver, and adrenal dysfunction. So she tackled all those things, and felt like herself again…until five years later.  She began gaining weight, her periods were all over the place, she had candida overgrowth and inflamed breasts. She went to experts, who were unable to tell her what was going on.

 

One day later on she opened the cupboard near her work desk, and guess what? Black mold everywhere. The Toxic mold had been what devastated her health. Having understood what was causing these issues, she began rebalancing her health. She became the boss of her health instead of relying on doctors. She now empowers others to have that same connection with their body.

 

Screen for Mold at Home:

• Visual contrast screening – You can take the test for just $15
• Even if you pass this test, take an at home microscopy mold test by Citrisafe. This is a small Petri dish that collects mold spores. Once sent to the lab, researchers will analyze the type of mold present in your home.
• The other test is called an ERMI test and is available from Mycometrics . This is a cloth with which you dust surfaces around your house. The cloth is then analyzed for mold – this test can be good to do because, unlike the microscopy test, it doesn't depend on the mold spores being alive. 

 

Getting Rid of Mold:

• Hire professionals to remove and remediate the mold (really important!)
• Clean air ducts and HVAC system.
• Buy anti-mold solution Bio-Balance. This is a natural toxin-free solution to remove mold from your home.
• Get rid of mold on your carpet and your pets – products available at www.citrisafe.com. 
• After 30 days, retest your home for mold.
• Get some functional tests done – if you're sensitive to mold, it will trigger a chronic inflammatory response. 

Detox Your Body and Feed Yourself Right:

• Biotoxins can make the body hyperreactive to wheat. So avoiding gluten is essential.
• Eat more natural detoxifying foods like beets, dandelion tea, grapefruit, lemon.
• Keep an anti-inflammatory diet – remove grains, dairy, soy, sugar, and processed foods from your diet.
• Run a food sensitivity test to find out which foods to stay away from.
• Check your personal care products – do they contain allergens like oats or almonds?
• Start a food journal – this will help you identify what triggers your symptoms.
• Listen to your body – tune in and see what the body is telling you rather than just trying to follow protocols.
• Think yourself healthy – mindset and health are absolutely linked.
• Make time to switch off and relax.

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Some may call him a mad scientist but don't let the lab coat fool you! Chris Burres is the owner of SES Research, the first company to deliver carbon nano materials, and MyVitalC, the world's first nano antioxidant. Chris has an extensive background in a diverse range of areas including Mechanical Engineering, Comedy Improv Artist, Oil and Gas Explosives and Competitive Soccer to name a few. 

When Chris realized a Nobel Prize-Winning chemical tested by NASA had been proven to almost double the lifespan of mammals, he decided to make ESS60 into a household item.

He's now on a mission to help people live longer, healthier and pain-free lives one dose at a time.

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Ready to feel more calm, connected and happier? Learn how you can easily start your own regular meditation practice with Katie Krimitsos!

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Organifi

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Current medical wisdom advises that anyone suffering from diabetes or prediabetes should eat a low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet. But today's guests, Dr. Neal Barnard, Cyrus Khambatta, PhD, and Robby Barbaro, MPH, rely on a century of research to show that advice is misguided. While it may improve short-term blood glucose control, this type of diet also increases the long-term risk for chronic diseases like cancer, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease, and fatty liver disease.

The revolutionary solution is to eat a low-fat plant-based whole-food diet, the most powerful way to reverse insulin resistance in all types of diabetes: type 1, type 1.5, type 2, prediabetes, and gestational diabetes.

First up, Chef Leslie Durso and I talk to Dr. Neal Barnard, author of Dr. Neal Barnard's Program for Reversing Diabetes: The Scientifically Proven System for Reversing Diabetes without Drugs. In this interview, he shares why he got into preventative medicine and diabetes research, and the cutting edge solutions to reversing it naturally with a plant-based diet.

 

Then, Suzy and I sat down with Cyrus Khambatta, PhD, and Robby Barbaro, MPH authors of Mastering Diabetes: The Revolutionary Method to Reverse Insulin Resistance Permanently in Type 1, Type 1.5, Type 2, Prediabetes, and Gestational Diabetes. They are here to discuss their step-by-step plan that has been proven to reverse insulin resistance-the root cause of blood glucose variability- while improving overall health and maximizing life expectancy.

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What is peptide therapy and what does it have to do with weight-loss? What role do peptides play in improving chronic conditions, anti-aging, and longevity? Gabriella Woldman is the Director of operations and the Patient care coordinator for Alegro Health & Wellness, who is here to answer these questions, and more, on today's episode of Food Heals.

Peptides are short-chain amino acids found naturally in the body. The GLP-1 peptide hormone that we are talking about today is produced in the small intestine. It increases the body's ability to produce insulin, inhibits glucagon, and decreases appetite, resulting in healthy and effective weight loss. It is self administered as a small subcutaneous injection which is injected into the subcutaneous fat weekly.

Peptide therapy has been shown to assist patients with losing weight, reducing chronic pain, improving immune function, hormone regulation, cardiovascular health, and so much more.

Today we are specifically speaking about Semaglutide and B-12 which is what Allison has been taking to lose 16 pounds in 9 weeks. We are not discussing Wegovy or Ozempic which are the brand names of this peptide. Allison has not tried those and cannot speak to their side effects, nor effectiveness.

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Have you ever woken up one day to the startling realization that you just may be in an abusive relationship? What are the signs to look for? What the heck is "gaslighting"? What is a covert narcissist versus just a regular ol' narcissist?

My guest today, Linda Mitchell answers these questions and more on today's episode of Food Heals. Linda Mitchell is a leading women's health expert, best-selling author, Fitness Boutique Owner, and creator of The Sisterhood of Sweat brand. After surviving domestic violence, Linda has made it her mission to empower other women by helping them take responsibility for their health so that they can be in the best shape physically and emotionally.  

An award-winning fitness competitor,cover and billboard model, and host of the podcast The Sisterhood of Sweat, a Top 50 podcast with over 1/2 million downloads, Linda has written her own column "Fit Over Forty" and has spoken on numerous stages including Podfest and Women's Future Conference, and Comeback Champion. She has appeared on ABC, NBC, Bold TV and Fox.

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What do you do when your thyroid medications don't work and your doctor doesn't listen to you?

Today's guest has the answer.

Dr. Gil Kajiki is a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Chiropractor (C.F.M.P., D.C.) and patient educator with clients across multiple continents. At the Valley Thyroid Institute, he and his staff are revolutionizing the way that hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's Autoimmune Thyroid are diagnosed and corrected using drug-free solutions.

It all started when Dr. Kajiki's wife became ill with what at first appeared to be Epstein Barr. As he watched his wife's health deteriorate under the care of several doctors, Dr. Kajiki began a relentless search for answers to why his healthy wife could become so ill and yet no one seemed to know how to care for her. After more than two years of tests, medication, B12 shots, and finally hospitalization, it was her husband - and not her medical provider - who came to her rescue.

After countless hours of study, consultation with colleagues, and testing, Dr. Kajiki diagnosed his wife with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, an autoimmune condition that attacks the thyroid. He spent the next several months treating her autoimmune condition through natural supplements, lifestyle modifications, and dietary changes.

Today, she is now symptom free and doesn't take any thyroid medication. Dr. Kajiki couldn't stand to think that perhaps somebody else was having to go through the prolonged struggle with this condition as he and his wife had. Because of this experience, he dedicated his practice to helping Hashimoto's and low thyroid patients overcome their symptoms naturally.

Dr. Kajiki still works from his office in Tarzana, California, however his patients are from countries and cities all across the globe—many as far away as Canada, Romania, London and New Zealand. He is available to his patients in person, via skype or phone. Dr. Kajiki also has more than 100 video testimonials of successful outcomes from happy patients that implemented his Low Thyroid Protocol and are thrilled to tell the world of their success.

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Is censorship the death of conversation? What happens when podcasters & creators can no longer speak freely? And who, in today's society, are the "arbiters of truth?"

Today's guest, Jeremy Ryan Slate and Host Allison Melody deep dive into these topics and more in today's episode of Food Heals.

Jeremy Ryan Slate is the host of the Create Your Own Life Podcast, which studies the highest performers in the world. He studied literature at Oxford University, as well as holding a Master's in Early Roman Empire Propaganda from Seton Hall University.

His show was named the #1 Podcast to Listen to by INC Magazine in 2019, as well as Top 40 Under 40 by Podcast Magazine in 2022. Jeremy and his wife, Brielle, co-founded Command Your Brand, a new media public relations agency, to help entrepreneurs get their message out by appearing as guests on podcasts. He resides in Stillwater, NJ, and is a former competitive powerlifter.

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Say goodbye to piles of pills and countless powders. One daily serving of AG1 delivers a potent blend of 9 health products—a multivitamin, minerals, probiotics, adaptogens and more. It's the comprehensive, foundational nutrition you need with the convenience your life demands.

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Organifi

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Today's guest didn't sign up to be the spokesman for survivors of child abuse. In fact, he says the Universe chose him for this role.

He was born to parents of drug addicts and abusers; molested by family friend; his mother cut off his finger; he was homeless by 10; a drug addict by 12; an alcoholic by 19; and morbidly obese with no where to turn and no one to rely on.

In today's episode of Food Heals, Michael Unbroken shares his harrowing story of going from trauma survivor, to trauma warrior, to trauma mentor.

From homeless to hero, Michael Unbroken, is the Founder of Think Unbroken, best-selling author, award-winning speaker, podcast host, coach, and advocate for adult survivors of childhood trauma. Since 2016, Michael has empowered over 100,000 trauma survivors to get out of "the vortex", learn to love themselves, and become the hero of their own story. Michael has spoken in over 80 countries, won investments from Undercover Billionaire Grant Cardone, and is on a mission to end generational trauma in his lifetime.

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Athletic Greens

Say goodbye to piles of pills and countless powders. One daily serving of AG1 delivers a potent blend of 9 health products—a multivitamin, minerals, probiotics, adaptogens and more. It's the comprehensive, foundational nutrition you need with the convenience your life demands.

Go to AthleticGreens.com/foodheals to get your FREE One Year Supply of Vitamin D3+K2, 5 Travel Packs using the code foodheals.

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A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

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Organifi

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In today's episode we're covering how tapping can be the key for trauma healing, ending emotional eating, and overcoming food addiction. Then, we are covering our favorite wellness tips to prepare  for the new year, plus how to workout for weight-loss!

This is Part 4 of our Healthy AF Series to help inspire you to have a total wellness and weight-loss transformation. And don't worry, you don't have to do it alone! In fact, if you are ready to get healthy AF in 2023 with me and other Food Heals Nation listeners, stay tuned to the end of this episode and I will tell you exactly how we can have a total wellness transformation together in 2023.

But first, we've got interviews with:

• Brittany Watkins, America's leading expert in EFT tapping for weight loss who will help us end emotional eating permanently and lose the weight for good
• The Jing Slingers, Jay and Joy, plus Sophie Uliano, who has candid conversations with us about setting intentions for weight-loss in the new year
• Rob and Devon, from Open Sky Fitness with their fat-burning exercises, tips and tricks
• Ella Magers, The Sexy Fit Vegan, helps us bust body fat with the right balance of nutrition and exercise

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Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

Thrive Causemetics

Thrive Causemetics was born out of a friendship. Makeup artist and product developer, Karissa Bodnar, lost her dear friend Kristy to cancer at just 24 years old. Kristy's compassionate and vivacious spirit inspired Karissa to establish Thrive Causemetics, a beauty brand and philosophy that goes beyond skin deep by empowering women.

No parabens, sulfates, or phthalates. Certified 100% vegan and cruelty-free. Right now, you can get 15% off your first order when you visit ThriveCausemetics.com/FOODHEALS

 

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In today's episode, we will hear some crazy cool manifestation stories and techniques and discuss why the law of attraction could be the missing key on your personal weight loss and wellness journey. Then, we're talking about functional medicine and eating right for your blood type! Finally I'll be sharing my personal wellness and weight loss transformation story.

 

This is Part 3 of our Healthy AF Series to help inspire you to have a total wellness and weight-loss transformation. And don't worry, you don't have to do it alone! In fact, if you are ready to get healthy AF in 2023 with me and other Food Heals Nation listeners, stay tuned to the end of this episode and I will tell you exactly how we can have a total wellness transformation together in 2023.

 

But first we've got interviews with:

 

• Adam Schaeuble, who put the word "action" into the law of attraction to reach his wellness, weight-loss and life goals.
• Alida McDaniel, who lost 80 pounds, and healed herself of chronic disease with quantum consciousness and manifestation techniques.
• Dr. Stephen Cabral, who teaches us how we can heal our bodies and reach our ideal weight within 12 to 16 weeks.
• Shelby Webb, lost 30 pounds and nearly 1/5 of her body weight by incorporating the principles of the blood type diet.

 

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FoodHealsNation.com/Transformation

 

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Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

 

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A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon codefoodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

 

Athletic Greens

Ready for your one year-supply of FREE Vitamin D? I've partnered up with my friends over at Athletic Greens to make that happen! (You're welcome!) Athletic Greens has 75 whole food sourced ingredients, vitamins and minerals, digestive enzymes, prebiotics, probiotics, and antioxidants packed in one simple serving that tastes almost like a tropical vacation.

Head over to athleticgreens.com/foodheals to claim your two free gifts – one year supply of Vitamin D + five free Athletic Greens travel packs with your subscription.

On this episode of Food Heals, we're diving into two powerful ways to elevate your health—sprouts and CBD coffee! First, I've got updates from Tulum, Mexico. Sometimes, the best way to solve a problem is to step away, even if just temporarily, to gain a fresh perspective. Travel is healing for me, and being here in Tulum, surrounded by nature, vegan food, and a holistic community, has been exactly what I needed. I've been indulging in delicious plant-based meals, including the best whipped coffee at Liefs, working out with friends, and soaking in the healing energy of this paradise. But before we dive into today's powerful conversations about the incredible nutritional benefits of sprouts and the calming ritual of CBD coffee, I want to touch on something important—the impact of air pollution and what we can do to protect ourselves. The recent LA fires have left behind toxic air filled with chemicals from burned plastics, electronics, and building materials, and we need to take proactive steps to safeguard our health. From air filtration to immune-boosting greens, I'll be sharing my top tips to help you detox and stay well.

Then, we're diving into two powerful ways to elevate your health—sprouts and CBD coffee! First, I'm sitting down with Doug Evans, a pioneer in the plant-based health movement and author of The Sprout Book, to explore the mind-blowing benefits of sprouts. These tiny nutritional powerhouses can help regulate insulin, improve digestion, and even protect against environmental toxins. We recorded this episode live at Leslie Durso's house in Marina del Rey, so of course, I had to bring her back to co-host! Leslie Durso, a celebrity vegan chef and wellness expert, is known for making plant-based living stylish, accessible, and delicious.

Then, in part two, I'm chatting with Lindsey Sozio, founder of Lavender Coffee Boutique, a Denver-based coffee shop and online retailer redefining how we experience coffee. Lindsey is on a mission to shift away from the fast-paced coffee culture and turn your morning cup into a mindful wellness ritual—whether you take it with or without CBD.

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In today's episode, we will hear some crazy cool manifestation stories and techniques and discuss why the law of attraction could be the missing key on your personal weight loss and wellness journey. Then, we're talking about functional medicine and eating right for your blood type! Finally I'll be sharing my personal wellness and weight loss transformation story.

This is Part 3 of our Healthy AF Series to help inspire you to have a total wellness and weight-loss transformation. And don't worry, you don't have to do it alone! In fact, if you are ready to get healthy AF in 2023 with me and other Food Heals Nation listeners, stay tuned to the end of this episode and I will tell you exactly how we can have a total wellness transformation together in 2023.

But first we've got interviews with:

• Adam Schaeuble, who put the word "action" into the law of attraction to reach his wellness, weight-loss and life goals.
• Alida McDaniel, who lost 80 pounds, and healed herself of chronic disease with quantum consciousness and manifestation techniques.
• Dr. Stephen Cabral, who teaches us how we can heal our bodies and reach our ideal weight within 12 to 16 weeks.
• Shelby Webb, lost 30 pounds and nearly 1/5 of her body weight by incorporating the principles of the blood type diet.

To have a total transformation together and get healthy in 2023, go to:

FoodHealsNation.com/Transformation

 

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Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

 

Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon codefoodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

Athletic Greens

Ready for your one year-supply of FREE Vitamin D? I've partnered up with my friends over at Athletic Greens to make that happen! (You're welcome!) Athletic Greens has 75 whole food sourced ingredients, vitamins and minerals, digestive enzymes, prebiotics, probiotics, and antioxidants packed in one simple serving that tastes almost like a tropical vacation.

Head over to athleticgreens.com/foodheals to claim your two free gifts – one year supply of Vitamin D + five free Athletic Greens travel packs with your subscription.

 

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In today's episode we will hear some of the most inspiring wellness and weight-loss stories from people who juiced their way back to health! 

This is Part 2 of our Healthy AF Series to help inspire you to have a total wellness and weight-loss transformation. And don't worry, you don't have to do it alone! In fact, if you are ready to get healthy AF in 2023 with me and other Food Heals Nation listeners, stay tuned to the end of this episode and I will tell you exactly how we can have a total wellness transformation together in 2023.

But first I've got interviews with:

• Dr. Vickers, the Director of The Advanced Gerson Therapy Clinic who helps cancer patients regain their health, longevity and vitality through the power of plants
• Joe Cross from the film, Fat Sick and Nearly Dead, who reversed his auto immune condition and lost 100 pounds by juicing his way back to health
• Tim Kaufman, who went from being 400 pounds, unable to walk, suffering with chronic illnesses and addicted to prescription painkillers, to climbing mountains and running marathons
• And finally, Christian Evans, who lost 187 pounds by juice-fasting, working out and changing his mindset

🎤 Available on @iHeartRadio, @Spotify, @ApplePodcasts, or wherever you listen to your #podcasts!

 

To have a total transformation together and get healthy in 2023, go to:

FoodHealsNation.com/Transformation

 

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

 

Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon codefoodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

 

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

 

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In today's episode we will hear some of the most inspiring weight-loss stories powered by plants - plus healthy recipes and holiday meal ideas from some of our favorite guests and chefs!

 

This is Part 1 of our Healthy AF Series to help inspire you to have a total wellness and weight-loss transformation. And don't worry, you don't have to do it alone! In fact, if you are ready to get healthy AF in 2023 with me and other Food Heals Nation listeners, stay tuned to the end of this episode and I will tell you exactly how we can have a total wellness transformation together in 2023.

 

But first I've got interviews with:

 

• Marlon Rison who lost over 150 pounds by going plant-based
• Kathy Davis of VegInspired who lost 40 pounds by going plant-based
• Chef AJ who reversed cancer, lost weight and completely changed her life by going from a junk food vegan to whole foods plant based

 

And finally we are healthifying and veganizing your favorite Italian dishes, and holiday recipes with Leslie Durso and The JingSlingers, Jay and Joy.

 

🎤 Available on @iHeartRadio, @Spotify, @ApplePodcasts, or wherever you listen to your #podcasts!

 

To have a total transformation together and get healthy in 2023, go to:

FoodHealsNation.com/Transformation

 

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

 

Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon codefoodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

 

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

 

The Women's Meditation Network

Ready to feel more calm, connected and happier? Learn how you can easily start your own regular meditation practice with Katie Krimitsos!

Listen now by going to WomensMeditationNetwork.com and make sure to follow and subscribe to the latest episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio or your favorite podcast player!

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Are you ready for a total health transformation? In today's episode of Food Heals we're talking all about how to get healthy AF with 4 simple steps.

 

Did you know that most of us gain extra weight between Halloween and the New Year? Let's be honest - it makes sense! This time of year is full of fall celebrations, family get-togethers, gift giving, and a two month food fest - one that often ends in weight gain and feeling worse on January 1st than you did just two months ago.

 

The problem is that weight gained during the holiday season usually takes months to lose according to the New England Journal of Medicine. And many of us never lose the weight, packing on extra pounds that stay on and accumulate, year after year. In fact, researchers found that it took much longer to lose the weight than to gain the weight. 

 

So I don't know about you but our goal at Food Heals over the holiday months is to have fun, and enjoy the holidays, but not become a statistic!

 

That's why on today's episode we'll go over four steps to completely transform your health with functional medicine, peptide therapy, daily habits, and emotional healing.

 

Today's show was created to inspire you that you can absolutely reach your health, wellness, and weight loss goals - now matter what time of year it is! Because, remember, the body is designed to heal itself when given the tools it needs to do so. So let's give it the tools for transformation!

 

Tune in to learn:

 

• How to find the perfect diet that is right for you
• A brand new weight loss secret that for everyone who has tried everything to slim down and nothing has worked (Hint: it is Elon Musk approved)
• Four small daily habits that can completely change your life - and your body
• Why we have food addiction and how to heal it for good - Hint: it's emotional
• How to get healthy AF in 2023
• And more

 

To have a total transformation together and get healthy in 2023, go to:

FoodHealsNation.com/Transformation

 

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Thrive Causemetics

Thrive Causemetics was born out of a friendship. Makeup artist and product developer, Karissa Bodnar, lost her dear friend Kristy to cancer at just 24 years old. Kristy's compassionate and vivacious spirit inspired Karissa to establish Thrive Causemetics, a beauty brand and philosophy that goes beyond skin deep by empowering women.

No parabens, sulfates, or phthalates. Certified 100% vegan and cruelty-free. Right now, you can get 15% off your first order when you visit ThriveCausemetics.com/FOODHEALS

 

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

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Whether it's wealth, the perfect car, the perfect house, or the perfect partner, all we are really seeking is happiness. We all have the ability to unlock happiness at will. Today's guest believes the way to do that is by growing in four pillars of our lives: relationships, business, spirituality, and wellness.

 

If there was a high school senior superlative for Least Likely to Succeed, that would have been Justin Schenck. At 18 years old, he found himself with a 1.7 GPA, while his mom was in the middle of a 20 year opioid battle and his dad was in jail. All signs pointed to no hope and Justin believed he was destined to fail.

 

At 19 years old, Justin got introduced to personal development by a mentor of his and became wildly obsessed with the idea that he had full control over the outcome of his life simply by choosing to grow. The realization that it didn't matter where he came from or what had happened to him in the past, but instead that he could shape his future with the choices that he makes in the present. This realization would set him on the path that would lead to The Growth Now Movement, which is a podcast, an annual in-person event, and of course: a movement.

 

Today Justin speaks across the country about overcoming adversity and creating the lives that we desire. His podcast plays in over 100 countries every single week and his forthcoming book will be released sometime next year.

 

🎤 Available on @iHeartRadio, @Spotify, @ApplePodcasts, or wherever you listen to your #podcasts!

 

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Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon codefoodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

 

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

 

Athletic Greens

Ready for your one year-supply of FREE Vitamin D? I've partnered up with my friends over at Athletic Greens to make that happen! (You're welcome!) Athletic Greens has 75 whole food sourced ingredients, vitamins and minerals, digestive enzymes, prebiotics, probiotics, and antioxidants packed in one simple serving that tastes almost like a tropical vacation.

Head over to athleticgreens.com/foodheals to claim your two free gifts – one year supply of Vitamin D + five free Athletic Greens travel packs with your subscription.

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On this episode Allison Melody and Ashley Fillingim go deep into the latest health headlines. Tune in to learn:

 

• Who VegNews names the most vegan-friendly resort in the world perfect for your next vacation! (Hint: our friend Leslie Durso may have something to do with it)
• How many steps per day is ideal for weight-loss
• Why your oat milk latte may help you live longer
• Taco Bell goes vegan and where to try their new beyond carne asada steak
• What the Paypal pandemonium has to do with your health
• Why the first rule of celebrity vegan skincare club is don't talk about how expensive it is
• And more!

 

Ashley Fillingim is a recovering big law attorney who helps wellness and lifestyle entrepreneurs establish solid legal foundations for their business

 

🎤 Available on @iHeartRadio, @Spotify, @ApplePodcasts, or wherever you listen to your #podcasts!

 

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

 

Athletic Greens

Ready for your one year-supply of FREE Vitamin D? I've partnered up with my friends over at Athletic Greens to make that happen! (You're welcome!) Athletic Greens has 75 whole food sourced ingredients, vitamins and minerals, digestive enzymes, prebiotics, probiotics, and antioxidants packed in one simple serving that tastes almost like a tropical vacation.

Head over to athleticgreens.com/foodheals to claim your two free gifts – one year supply of Vitamin D + five free Athletic Greens travel packs with your subscription.

 

The Women's Meditation Network

Ready to feel more calm, connected and happier? Learn how you can easily start your own regular meditation practice with Katie Krimitsos!

Listen now by going to WomensMeditationNetwork.com and make sure to follow and subscribe to the latest episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio or your favorite podcast player!

 

 

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First up, Alli's answering your listener questions about the best diet for breast cancer, and the truth about soy.

Then, she sits down with Celebrity Psychic Laura Powers in Nashville to chat about tapping into our divine femenine, plus tips for manifesting more money, true love, and better health.

And finally, Alli gets a psychic reading and gets to talk with her mom, Pat, and her pup, Lily.

Laura Powers is an actress, model, producer, host, writer, psychic, singer, and speaker who helps other receive guidance and communicate with loved ones. She is the host of the Healing Powers Podcast where she features world class experts and shares her own knowledge to help others improve their lives physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

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Athletic Greens

Ready for your one year-supply of FREE Vitamin D? I've partnered up with my friends over at Athletic Greens to make that happen! (You're welcome!) Athletic Greens has 75 whole food sourced ingredients, vitamins and minerals, digestive enzymes, prebiotics, probiotics, and antioxidants packed in one simple serving that tastes almost like a tropical vacation.

Head over to athleticgreens.com/foodheals to claim your two free gifts – one year supply of Vitamin D + five free Athletic Greens travel packs with your subscription.

 

Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon codefoodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

 

 

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For many of us, our hair is an integral part of our identity. Imagine a drummer who was a member of hair bands in his youth facing rapid hair loss in his early 50's. That was Solopreneur Hour Host's Michael O'Neals' story before he flew all the way to Turkey to have a hair transplant.

 

While pharmaceutical solutions for hair loss do exist, they can have debilitating side effects such as erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, swelling in face, arms, hands, legs, or feet, dizziness,headaches, skin rashes, hives, and even male breast cancer

 

Hair transplantation on the other hand uses your own hair follicles to regrow hair on your scalp in combination with techniques like PRP (platelet-rich plasma) which uses your bodys' own own healing system to repair itself.

 

In today's episode of Food heald we will hear the riveting story of Michael's trip to Istanbul and a natural way to regrow hair using your own hair follicles - without drugs without harsh side effects and how you can go from balding to a beautiful head of new hair too!

 

Dr. Emrah Cinik: EmrahCinik.com

Watch the Youtube video of Michael's experience.

Check out The Solopreneur Hour Podcast at SolopreneurHour.com

Check out Michael's course, The Art of the Interview at www.ArtofTheInterview.co.

Follow Michael On Instagram at @SoloHour

 

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Thrive Causemetics

Thrive Causemetics was born out of a friendship. Makeup artist and product developer, Karissa Bodnar, lost her dear friend Kristy to cancer at just 24 years old. Kristy's compassionate and vivacious spirit inspired Karissa to establish Thrive Causemetics, a beauty brand and philosophy that goes beyond skin deep by empowering women.

No parabens, sulfates, or phthalates. Certified 100% vegan and cruelty-free. Right now, you can get 15% off your first order when you visit ThriveCausemetics.com/FOODHEALS

 

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

 

True Leaf Market

Since 1974 True Leaf Market has been the choice of over a million growers for Heirloom and Organic garden seeds.

True Leaf Market offers a great selection of cover crop seeds, including their all purpose garden cover crop mix: their most popular cover crop seeds for home gardeners.

Order Online at TrueLeafMarket.com, use promo code FH15 to save 15% on cover crop seeds.

 

Sambucol

Sambucol is made from premium European black elderberries which are natural sources of powerful antioxidants and key vitamins like A, C, and E. They really are Nature's superberries and help support a healthy immune system! They have syrups, gummies, chewable tablets, drink powders, capsules, and more. All of their products are vegan - except their throat lozenges which contain honey – they are all gluten free, dairy free, nut and soy free, with no artificial colors or flavors.

Use my code FOODHEALS15 at SambucolUSA.com to get 15% off your order of $9.99 or more.

 

 

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Continuing on our theme of hormone health this month, Alli's got Solopreneur Hour Host Michael O'Neal in the Nashville studio to talk about men's health and why - it might be time to get your testosterone checked!

 

Testosterone is pivotal for multiple functions in the body like building stronger bones, creating muscle and increasing strength, facial and body hair. Testosterone increases sex drive, promotes fat burning, is required for memory and heart health, and is involved in producing red blood cells and sperm. In other words, it's absolutely crucial for feeling our best. In today's episode Michael shares how getting his hormones balanced completely changed his life, increased his libido, and gave him the energy he needed to thrive.

 

Stay tuned for Part 2 with Michael, where we'll be discussing a natural way to grow back hair - drug free. PLUS - exactly how he went from balding to a beautiful head of hair. (And how you can too!)

 

Check out The Solopreneur Hour Podcast at SolopreneurHour.com

Check out Michael's  course, The Art of the Interview at  www.ArtofTheInterview.co.

Follow Michael On Instagram at @SoloHour

 

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

 

True Leaf Market

Since 1974 True Leaf Market has been the choice of over a million growers for Heirloom and Organic garden seeds.

True Leaf Market offers a great selection of cover crop seeds, including their all purpose garden cover crop mix: their most popular cover crop seeds for home gardeners.

Order Online at TrueLeafMarket.com, use promo code FH15 to save 15% on cover crop seeds.

 

Sambucol

Sambucol is made from premium European black elderberries which are natural sources of powerful antioxidants and key vitamins like A, C, and E. They really are Nature's superberries and help support a healthy immune system! They have syrups, gummies, chewable tablets, drink powders, capsules, and more. All of their products are vegan - except their throat lozenges which contain honey – they are all gluten free, dairy free, nut and soy free, with no artificial colors or flavors.

Use my code FOODHEALS15 at SambucolUSA.com to get 15% off your order of $9.99 or more.

 

Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon codefoodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

 

 

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Are you plagued by hot flashes? What if there was a simple nutritional solution that ould stop hot flashes in their tracks?

In Part 2 of of two part series, we're covering healing your hormones, ending hot flashes, and why artificial sugar may be the culprit to many of our health issues with Dr. Neal Barnard and Nutritionist Alexa Schirm.

First up, we've got Dr. Neal Barnard discussing his book No More Hot Flashes! The New Science of Food, Hormones, and Health. And, stay tuned because Dr. Barnard will reveal how to get relief from the most severe and troubling menopause symptoms - without drugs. 

And finally, Nutritionist Alexa Schirm is here to talk about the hormonal effects triggered by artificial sweeteners and how to restore metabolic function and manage hormones naturally.

 

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

 

True Leaf Market

Since 1974 True Leaf Market has been the choice of over a million growers for Heirloom and Organic garden seeds.

True Leaf Market offers a great selection of cover crop seeds, including their all purpose garden cover crop mix: their most popular cover crop seeds for home gardeners.

Order Online at TrueLeafMarket.com, use promo code FH15 to save 15% on cover crop seeds.

 

Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon codefoodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

 

Sambucol

Sambucol is made from premium European black elderberries which are natural sources of powerful antioxidants and key vitamins like A, C, and E. They really are Nature's superberries and help support a healthy immune system! They have syrups, gummies, chewable tablets, drink powders, capsules, and more. All of their products are vegan - except their throat lozenges which contain honey – they are all gluten free, dairy free, nut and soy free, with no artificial colors or flavors.

Use my code FOODHEALS15 at SambucolUSA.com to get 15% off your order of $9.99 or more.

 

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Have you ever wondered how trauma impacts your mind and body? Or how you can truly heal from life's most challenging moments—whether you've faced a wildfire, a loss, or another form of pain?

In this episode of The Food Heals Podcast, host Allison Melody and guest JJ Flizanes come together to share their experiences with the devastating California wildfires and explore the healing tools that can help us overcome trauma—whether we've been directly affected by fires or not.

First, Allison and JJ reflect on their own wildfire stories, discussing the emotional and neurological toll these events can take. Then, JJ introduces her powerful Radiant Sacred Circle Meditation, a free 14-minute guided visualization designed to channel love, strength, and healing energy to those impacted by the fires.

Through this meditation, you'll:
✨ Connect with a community sending collective love and light.
✨ Visualize healing energies flowing to those in need.
✨ Find peace within yourself while contributing to collective healing.

The conversation goes deeper as Allison and JJ explore additional tools for healing trauma and regulating the nervous system, including:

• Meditation to calm neurological dysregulation.

• EFT/Tapping to release stored pain and rewire emotional triggers.

• EMDR Therapy for processing traumatic memories.

• Brain Rewiring through neuroplasticity, blending science and spirituality to change our reactions and heal at a deeper level.

Whether you've experienced the devastation of wildfires or are seeking ways to heal from other forms of trauma, this episode is filled with actionable insights and hope.

Download JJ's free Guided Prayer and Meditation for California Fires 2025 at jjflizanes.com/fires

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Do you suffer from PMS symptoms such as fatigue, bloating cramps, or anxiety? Do you know if your hormones are in balance?

 

In today's two part series we're covering all things from healing your hormones, to stopping PMS in its tracks, to never having a hot flash again, with some of our favorite doctors and nutritionists.

 

In Part 1, Suzy and I are throwing it waaay back to our chat with functional medicine practitioner Rich Jacobs, M.S. whose mission is to put his health detective skills to the test and find the root cause of your symptoms. Stay tuned because Rich reveals how to reduce PMS in six months or less.

 

Then, I'm talking to The Miracle of Bioidentical Hormones author Dr. Micahel Platt, about why progesterone may be the secret to healing a multitude of conditions such as hot flashes, ADHD, ADD, fibromyalgia, weight gain, and more.

 

Then in Part 2 of this series we'll hear from Dr. Neal Barnard who I interviewed last year about his book No More Hot Flashes! The New Science of Food, Hormones, and Health (which many of you won a copy of in our last swag bag contest) And, stay tuned because Dr. Barnard will reveal how to get relief from the most severe and troubling menopause symptoms - without drugs. 

 

And finally, Nutritionist Alexa Schirm is here to talk about the hormonal effects triggered by artificial sweeteners and how to restore metabolic function and manage hormones naturally.

 

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Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon codefoodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

Sambucol

Sambucol is made from premium European black elderberries which are natural sources of powerful antioxidants and key vitamins like A, C, and E. They really are Nature's superberries and help support a healthy immune system! They have syrups, gummies, chewable tablets, drink powders, capsules, and more. All of their products are vegan - except their throat lozenges which contain honey – they are all gluten free, dairy free, nut and soy free, with no artificial colors or flavors.

Use my code FOODHEALS15 at SambucolUSA.com to get 15% off your order of $9.99 or more.

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

True Leaf Market

Since 1974 True Leaf Market has been the choice of over a million growers for Heirloom and Organic garden seeds.

True Leaf Market offers a great selection of cover crop seeds, including their all purpose garden cover crop mix: their most popular cover crop seeds for home gardeners.

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Listed by VegNews among the "Top 10 Living Vegetarian Authors" and voted "Peta's Sexiest Vegan Over 50" in 2016, Victoria Moran has written thirteen books including Main Street Vegan and Creating a Charmed Life. Vegan for 38 years and an obesity survivor, Victoria is the founder and director of Main Street Vegan Academy.

 

With her Andrea Zuckerman-like style for never giving up, and Woodward and Bernstein sense of journalism, Victoria has led a fascinating life. From meeting Paul McCartney to being featured twice on Oprah, this vegan is an incredible example of what tenacity and truth can lead to in life!

 

Victoria is one of the cofounders of the Compassion Consortium, an online Interfaith spiritual center for people who care about animals. After hosting 475 weekly episodes of the Main Street Vegan Podcast, she is about to launch The Victoria Moran Podcast: Meetings With Remarkable Women. 

 

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Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon codefoodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

Sambucol

Sambucol is made from premium European black elderberries which are natural sources of powerful antioxidants and key vitamins like A, C, and E. They really are Nature's superberries and help support a healthy immune system! They have syrups, gummies, chewable tablets, drink powders, capsules, and more. All of their products are vegan - except their throat lozenges which contain honey – they are all gluten free, dairy free, nut and soy free, with no artificial colors or flavors.

Use my code FOODHEALS15 at SambucolUSA.com to get 15% off your order of $9.99 or more.

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

True Leaf Market

Since 1974 True Leaf Market has been the choice of over a million growers for Heirloom and Organic garden seeds.

True Leaf Market offers a great selection of cover crop seeds, including their all purpose garden cover crop mix: their most popular cover crop seeds for home gardeners.

Order Online at TrueLeafMarket.com, use promo code FH15 to save 15% on cover crop seeds.

 

Thrive Causemetics

Thrive Causemetics was born out of a friendship. Makeup artist and product developer, Karissa Bodnar, lost her dear friend Kristy to cancer at just 24 years old. Kristy's compassionate and vivacious spirit inspired Karissa to establish Thrive Causemetics, a beauty brand and philosophy that goes beyond skin deep by empowering women.

No parabens, sulfates, or phthalates. Certified 100% vegan and cruelty-free. Right now, you can get 15% off your first order when you visit ThriveCausemetics.com/FOODHEALS

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In 2012, JJ Virgin was in a hospital room next to her sixteen-year-old son who was struck by a hit-and-run driver and left for dead. She was told by doctors that he wouldn't last through the night and to let him go.

With every reason to give up, JJ chose instead to invest her energy into the hope that her son would not just survive, but thrive.

In the latest episode of Food Heals, she shares the journey of overcoming the worst moment of her life.

It's a story of western medicine and holistic healing modalities working together to heal a young man and a mom that wouldn't take no for an answer.

During this difficult time, JJ learned valuable personal lessons that helped her rebuild her life and find success and purpose in herself, her work, and teach her sons and community how to face their own obstacles and trials.

JJ believes that inside every mother is a fierce, resilient, intuitive woman who has the ability to tap into an indomitable mindset and create heroic outcomes—for her children, her family, her community and for herself—she is a Warrior Mom! 

 

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Sambucol

Sambucol is made from premium European black elderberries which are natural sources of powerful antioxidants and key vitamins like A, C, and E. They really are Nature's superberries and help support a healthy immune system! They have syrups, gummies, chewable tablets, drink powders, capsules, and more. All of their products are vegan - except their throat lozenges which contain honey – they are all gluten free, dairy free, nut and soy free, with no artificial colors or flavors.

Use my code FOODHEALS15 at SambucolUSA.com to get 15% off your order of $9.99 or more.

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

True Leaf Market

Since 1974 True Leaf Market has been the choice of over a million growers for Heirloom and Organic garden seeds.

True Leaf Market offers a great selection of cover crop seeds, including their all purpose garden cover crop mix: their most popular cover crop seeds for home gardeners.

Order Online at TrueLeafMarket.com, use promo code FH15 to save 15% on cover crop seeds.

 

Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon codefoodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

 

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On today's Ask Alli episode of The Food Heals Podcast, we're covering a plethora of topics from chronic disease treatment and prevention to adaptogens, to cleansing, cultivating confidence and more!

 

First up, I've got Dr. Cabral answering a listener's question about lyme, leaky gut, and sibo.

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Then, Mae Steigler from Organifi joins us to discuss adaptogens and how they work in the body.

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After that, I've got Dr. Group from Global Healing Center to talk about how to cleanse your body properly.

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Then, I'm talking to Main Street Vegan Author Victoria Moran about Main Street Vegan Academy.

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And, finally a candid conversation with JJ Flizanes about how to cultivate more confidence.

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Last but not least, I'll wrap up with some personal questions and life updates, including my favorite new affordable juicer!

My Fave Juicer:

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Sambucol

Sambucol is made from premium European black elderberries which are natural sources of powerful antioxidants and key vitamins like A, C, and E. They really are Nature's superberries and help support a healthy immune system! They have syrups, gummies, chewable tablets, drink powders, capsules, and more. All of their products are vegan - except their throat lozenges which contain honey – they are all gluten free, dairy free, nut and soy free, with no artificial colors or flavors.

Use my code FOODHEALS15 at SambucolUSA.com to get 15% off your order of $9.99 or more.

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

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What is the true impact of Stress and Fatigue on aging, recovery and metabolism? And how can reverse the negative effects of stress?

That's what today's guest, Janoah Van Kekem, is here to share with us! Janoah is a Meditation Coach and the Founder of two businesses, Mind Maverick and The Momentum Lifestyle Project.

 Janoah takes a slightly different approach to his coaching than many of the 'purests' you see in the space and is not your average meditation teacher… (and don't call him a guru!)

A former self-proclaimed, "directionless party boy," Janoah re-invented himself as an Entrepreneur, Mentor and Meditation Teacher (who still loves a good time.)

Tune In To Learn:

• The difference between mindfulness and meditation
• The impact of stress and fatigue on the mind & body
• How meditation assists in anti-aging, recovery and boosting metabolism
• How Shadow Work can show us what we need to work on
• And more!

🎤 Available on @iHeartRadio, @Spotify, @ApplePodcasts, or wherever you listen to your #podcasts!

 

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Thrive Causemetics

Thrive Causemetics was born out of a friendship. Makeup artist and product developer, Karissa Bodnar, lost her dear friend Kristy to cancer at just 24 years old. Kristy's compassionate and vivacious spirit inspired Karissa to establish Thrive Causemetics, a beauty brand and philosophy that goes beyond skin deep by empowering women.

No parabens, sulfates, or phthalates. Certified 100% vegan and cruelty-free. Right now, you can get 15% off your first order when you visit ThriveCausemetics.com/FOODHEALS

 

Sambucol

Sambucol is made from premium European black elderberries which are natural sources of powerful antioxidants and key vitamins like A, C, and E. They really are Nature's superberries and help support a healthy immune system! They have syrups, gummies, chewable tablets, drink powders, capsules, and more. All of their products are vegan - except their throat lozenges which contain honey – they are all gluten free, dairy free, nut and soy free, with no artificial colors or flavors.

Use my code FOODHEALS15 at SambucolUSA.com to get 15% off your order of $9.99 or more.

 

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

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Life is more than the hustle – life's about community. It's about finding your tribe, the people with keys that open up parts of yourself you never knew were there. 

Lori Harder grew up without that tribe…

…in a small town, in an overweight family who believed they were victims of their genes. She was home schooled and had zero friends outside of her family religion. She was lonely, repressed and depressed. And even though fitness eventually set her free, both in her diet and in her spirit, it was a long journey and full of obstacles. Despite changing her body, winning competitions, and being successful, Lori still couldn't shake how miserable she felt.

This is something so many of us struggle with. We think we'll be happy when we get that job, lose 10 pounds, get married, buy a house…but if we don't confront and heal the inner stories that run in our mental background, happiness will always be elusive and short-lived.

Lori had to stop and figure out what was blocking her from feeling true joy and lasting happiness. Suddenly she knew she wanted something she'd never had: community. She wanted to give women somewhere to go, a place to feel accepted and connected. 

As host of the Earn Your Happy podcast, founder of the Bliss Project, and author of A Tribe Called Bliss, Lori now helps women to find their tribe, connect with their communities, and manifest their dream life.

Enjoy this #classis #throwback episode co-hosted by Suzy Hardy!

 

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Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon codefoodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

 

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

 

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Imagine a world where instead of 1.6 billion coke drinkers, there are 1.6 billion (and more) people drinking green juice. Today's guest is passionate about making that a reality. So in episode 378, we're throwing it all the way back to 2017 to our interview with Founder of Organifi, Drew Canole!

Twelve years ago Drew was 45 pounds overweight, pretty unclear about what his life purpose was, going out all the time, and drinking too much. But we all have a wake-up moment, and once Drew had his, there was no turning back. He knew he had to contribute to the world and make a positive difference.

Drew went on a 90-day juice cleanse, lost 40 pounds, gained clarify, focus, energy, and a ton on online support! He's on a mission to help people experience radical joy, connect to oneness, live their purpose, and be the healthiest, fittest version of themselves. He recommends a delicate blend of self-love, listening to what your body is telling you, and cellular nourishment.

Drew created a delicious brand of superfood powders, Organifi. We can't get enough of them and Drew has very generously given Food Heals Nation a hefty 20% off with the coupon code FoodHeals!

The range of products includes green powder for cleansing and fat burning (with spirulina, chlorella, moringa, matcha, ashwaganda, chlorophyll and more… all the greens without the "green" taste), reishi gold drink for immunity (with reishi and antioxidant turmeric), red anti-aging juice (with acai and cordyceps), protein powder (with added enzymes for better digestion), probiotics, and everything you need to rebalance your body and enjoy a happy, healthy, fit life.

 

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Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon codefoodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

 

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

 

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How can we build more self-esteem? How can we bust through the upper limits that hold us back from our greatness?

These are the questions we explore on todays episode of Food Heals with JJ Flizanes. JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the host of several podcast including People's Choice Awards nominee Spirit, Purpose & Energy.

We enjoyed this topic so much that we put together a free workshop for you. Join us August 18th for our 3 Ways to Build Self Esteem workshop at http://jjflizanes.com/selfesteem

In the workshop, we will cover: - The 3 steps to building self esteem and why they are all equally important - Identifying if you have "imposter syndrome" and which category you fall into most - The most common self judgements we carry about ourselves and how to rewrite those programs - Why affirmations may not work for this (and what to do instead) - And more!

JJ Flizanes is the Director of Invisible Fitness, a best-selling author of Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life and The Invisible Fitness Formula: 5 Secrets to Release Weight and End Body Shame.

Tune in to today's episode to hear:

- A candid conversation about building self-esteem

- How JJ and Allison identify and overcome upper limits

- How to step into your power as a messenger for change

- And more!

 

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Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon codefoodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

 

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

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What is a hormetic stressor and how can it help our bodies feel younger, look better, and even kill cancer cells?

What are the true secrets of anti-aging to help us reverse our cellular age?

These are the questions that my guest, Dr. Stephen Cabral, is back to discuss on today's episode of Food Heals!

Dr. Cabral developed his passion for health & wellness after going through severe health complications at the age of 17. He saw over 50 different doctors, tried over 100 different treatment protocols, but still saw no hope of recovery.

It wasn't until he met an "alternative" health doctor whom explained to him how he got here and how he could become well again, that he began his recovery process. It was at this young age that he knew his life would be dedicated to helping others rebalance their bodies and renew their health.

To hear his full story go all the way back to episode 186 of Food Heals, and of course you can check out his show, The Cabral Concept wherever you get your podcasts. 

PLUS! Get all Dr. Cabral's at-home lab tests and top recommended supplements at equi.life and use coupon code foodheals10 to save ten percent off your order.

Tune in to learn:

• The cellular healing power of infrared saunas
• The truth about cold plunges that the Instagram influencers aren't telling you
• How to neutralize free radicals in the body and increase our antioxidant potential
• What you must know before starting an intermittent fasting protocol
• Which types of exercises reduce inflammation naturally
• What functional medicine does and how you can get at-home tests today
• And more!

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Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

 

EquiLife

Dr. Cabral has leveraged his cutting-edge, integrative approach to help thousands of people feel better and live lives full of energy and vitality through his private wellness practice in Boston, MA -- but he knew there was more work to be done. 

To help far more people than he could see personally, Dr. Cabral created EquiLife, a platform designed to bring his integrative wellness approach to people around the world. This approach provides comprehensive solutions so that people can understand their bodies better, assess how well different systems are functioning, rebalance any areas that might not be performing at peak, and maintain that balance once they have achieved it. 

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Witnessing her mother and father — in short succession — lose their lives to cancer, Allison Melody endured significant trauma in her 20s. Why did their bodies fail them? Why did the doctors have no answers?

This tragic loss instilled in Allison an unwavering passion for nutrition and propelled her into the world of holistic health and healing.

She vowed to honor her parents' memory by dedicating her life to finding a way to heal the body naturally. After interviewing hundreds who have healed themselves of chronic and degenerative diseases for her film Powered By Plants and podcast Food Heals, Allison now firmly believes that the body has the ability to heal itself when given the tools it needs to do so.

Tune in to Part 2 of Ask Alli to hear:

- Why her ex used to call Alli "Country Club"

- What Multiple Sclerosis is and how it affected Alli's mom

- The horrible teen experience that caused Alli give up red meat for good

- The "cure" that killed her mother before it killed the cancer

- Is it true that "Time Heals all Wounds?"

- Why a patchouli smelling doctors "office" did not cut it for Alli's baby boomer dad

- What losing both her parents to cancer taught Alli about disease, life, and love

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Thrive Causemetics

Thrive Causemetics was born out of a friendship. Makeup artist and product developer, Karissa Bodnar, lost her dear friend Kristy to cancer at just 24 years old. Kristy's compassionate and vivacious spirit inspired Karissa to establish Thrive Causemetics, a beauty brand and philosophy that goes beyond skin deep by empowering women.

No parabens, sulfates, or phthalates. Certified 100% vegan and cruelty-free. Right now, you can get 15% off your first order when you visit ThriveCausemetics.com/FOODHEALS

 

Just Thrive Health Probiotics 

A Proven, Potent and Effective Spore Probiotic to Help You Be Your Healthier You. Guarantees survivability through the stomach & upper digestive system. Just Thrive's breakthrough, award-winning probiotic contains the proprietary strain, Bacillus Indicus HU36®, which produces antioxidants directly in the digestive system where they can be best absorbed by your body.

Go to www.justhrivehealth.com, use the coupon codefoodheals15, get 15% off your first order, and add a spore-based probiotic to your healing and detox routine today.

 

Scout & Cellar Wines

Scout & Cellar believes in the deliciousness of nature. That's why every bottle of Clean-Crafted™ wine is independently lab-tested to ensure it's free of toxic pesticides and is low in sulfites. Additionally, Scout & Cellar conducts a detailed internal audit of all processing aids and ingredients used in their products to confirm we're upholding our rigorous standard on every level.

Shop the summer sale right now and see all of Alli's favorite wines at ScoutAndCellar.com/foodheals

 

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

 

 

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What would you do if you stumbled upon an act of arson in progress? How do you process the devastation of wildfires destroying communities, homes, and lives? On this episode of The Food Heals Podcast, we ponder these questions and more as we dive into the devastation of the recent California wildfires.

Host Allison Melody is joined by two powerhouse guests: Jen Briney, host of Congressional Dish and We're Not Wrong, and Jeremy Ryan Slate, CEO of Command Your Brand and host of the Jeremy Ryan Slate Show. Together, they share personal stories and insightful perspectives on the causes, consequences, and human impact of these apocalyptic fires.

In this episode, we explore:

• Jeremy's shocking discovery of arson in progress and its aftermath.

• Jen's reflections on growing up with wildfires and how they've shaped her understanding of resilience.

• What may have caused these fires and their devastating long-term repercussions.

• The questions of accountability: Who or what is to blame?

These fires tore through the Los Angeles area, displacing families, destroying thousands of structures, and claiming dozens of lives. With economic losses potentially exceeding $50 billion, this disaster serves as a sobering reminder of the vulnerabilities of our communities.

Tune in for a raw and real conversation that sheds light on the challenges we face and the resilience we need to rebuild.

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If you've been affected by the California wildfires—or even if you haven't—your body may be carrying a toxic load it can't handle alone. That's where Organifi Green Juice comes in! With 11 superfoods like moringa, chlorella, turmeric, and ashwagandha, it supports detoxification, immunity, and stress relief.

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Save 20% anytime at organifishop.com/foodheals. Your body will thank you!

 

Answering Your Questions on this Two-Part episode of Ask Alli!

Tune in to Part 1 to hear:

- My Reaction to Being Roasted Juicy Scoop Podcast Host Heather McDonald

- How to Have a Happy Healthy Plant-Powered Pregnancy with Dr. Stephen Cabral

- How to Set SMART GOALS That Are Specific, Measurable, Actionable, Relevant, and Time-Bound

And next time, tune into Part 2 to hear the real raw, Food Heals origin story (Cue the tissue box!)

 

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Scout & Cellar Wines

Scout & Cellar believes in the deliciousness of nature. That's why every bottle of Clean-Crafted™ wine is independently lab-tested to ensure it's free of toxic pesticides and is low in sulfites. Additionally, Scout & Cellar conducts a detailed internal audit of all processing aids and ingredients used in their products to confirm we're upholding our rigorous standard on every level.

Shop the summer sale right now and see all of Alli's favorite wines at ScoutAndCellar.com/foodheals

 

Organifi

Organifi, is a line of organic superfood blends that offers plant based nutrition made with high quality ingredients. Organifi takes pride in offering the best tasting superfood products on the market at a price that works out to less than $3 a day. You can experience Organifi's high quality superfoods without breaking the bank.

Go to www.organifi.com/foodheals and use code foodheals for 20% off your order.

 

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What does it mean to cleanse? For many, the word throws up images of green juices and fasting. But that's not quite accurate. You might be surprised to learn that you can cleanse in a gentler way. But you also need to go beyond diet if you want to really reset your body.

Elissa Goodman looks 20 years younger than her age; you might think she's been blessed with great genes. But, she was not the healthiest child. She had a low immune system and was always sick. She got every type of virus, digestive issues, tonsillitis, chickenpox, chronic fatigue - you name it, she had it. To make matters worse, she felt unworthy compared to her high-achieving Type A personality parents.

Fast-forward to adulthood, Elissa went to college, got into advertising, and climbed that corporate ladder because she was determined to make her parents proud. But she wasn't following her passion or purpose. She just worked. And got sicker. And one day she was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma.

She knew that this was because she'd been sick most of her life and that her lymphatic system was full of toxins that she'd been unable to clear. But she hadn't thought of the emotional aspect. The doctors she saw first just talked of chemo and freezing her eggs. But one of them was different. He sat her down and asked: Are you happy? Are you doing what you love? It was a turning point.

Elissa realized how miserable she'd been in her job and how much she disliked herself. She knew something had to change. She went 100% vegan, she started doing yoga, she went into talk therapy, and do emotional release work. She got rid of her cancer, but the radiation caused hypothyroidism. Then she was diagnosed with Hashimoto's and celiac (two autoimmune conditions). And then her husband died of cancer. It was like a cascade of traumatic life events. That's when she decided to go back to school and learn about nutrition so she could help her daughters stay healthy.

And that was it - she never looked back. She became a cleanse expert to help as many people as possible get healthy the easy way. Like her 1-week soup cleanse, which contains 45 different vegetables, is totally vegan and free from anything processed or GMO. She helps her clients to reset their body and brain so they can rejuvenate, re-energize, heal, and maintain a new, healthy lifestyle long-term.

Here are some of Elissa's tips to reset your body:

• Juicing - a fantastic way to get all those vitamins straight into your cells
• Smoothies - packed with healthy fiber which helps cleanse your digestive system
• Vegetables, vegetables, vegetables - the more the better (especially dandelion greens, cruciferous veg, and celery)
• Take a good quality superfood powder 

 

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Mae grew up in Northern California, learning many of her life lessons in her parent's organic garden. She believes health and vitality- the ability to nourish our bodies, minds, and spirit begins with our simplest daily choices. Because of this, Mae enjoys designing rituals from routines, finding wonder and presence in nature, and doing challenging, meaningful work.

Mae graduated from California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo with a BS in Animal Science and Nutrition. As an R&D scientist, she studied temperature monitoring to improve animal wellbeing, decreasing the overuse of antibiotics in the dairy industry and within our food system. This work led Mae to study human health and change psychology 3 years later, ultimately meeting Drew Canole in 2010 and Djamel Bettahar in 2012 - the founders of organifi.

Now serving as organifi's CEO and a member of the founding team, Mae brings over 15 years of experience in the agriculture and health industry. Since being founded in 2014, she has played a key role in organifi making INC. 5000's fastest growing companies list and being awarded Forbes Great Places to Work more than 4 years in a row.

Mae lives in San Diego, California with her husband and loves playing pickleball, paddleboarding, birding, discovering new local coffee shops, and the amazing foodie culture.

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