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Food Heals

514 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 615 ratings

Being hailed as “Sex and the City for Food,” The Food Heals Podcast brings together experts in the fields of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health to teach you the best-kept natural secrets to being a hotter, healthier, happier YOU!

The Food Heals Podcast is hosted by Allison Melody, author of the book, Food Heals: Physical, Emotional & Spiritual Stories to Nourish Your Soul and Transform Your Health.

This sexy, savvy show provides friendly advice on a variety of issues including the healing power of nutrition, choosing the best natural health and beauty products, the benefits of a plant-based diet, and so much more!

At Food Heals, we believe that the body is designed to heal itself when given the tools it needs to do so. Tune in to Food Heals to stop outsourcing your health to others and finally take your health back into your own hands! Available on iHeartRadio, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts!

Past notable Food Heals Podcast guests include Gabby Bernstein, John Salley, JJ Virgin, Dr Neal Barnard, Kerri Kasem, Hal Elrod, Sophie Uliano, Michael Greger, Lori Harder, Joe Cross, Sahara Rose, Kip Andersen & Keegan Kuhn, Leslie Durso, Dr. Joel Kahn, Jasmine Leyva, Dr. Stephen Cabral, Whitney Lauritsen, Ben Greenfield, Josh Trent, Kimberly Van Der Beek, John Lee Dumas & Kate Erickson Dumas, Jason Wrobel, Dr. McDougall, and many more!

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417: Food Heals Takes Miami: Eating at Planta, Vegan Stories, Ayahuasca vs. Antidepressants & More with Ella Magers and Ashley Fillingim

April 08, 2023 16:31 - 58 minutes

No topic is left unturned on this episode live from Miami where Alli catches up with Ella Magers and Ashley Fillingim. Tune in to hear the crazy stories about how they all met, their retreat to Italy, what they ate at Planta, and a candid discussion about Ayahuasca vs. Antidepressants. Check out Ashley's brand new podcast, Kick Ash Life: We have permission to begin again. We are meant to thrive, to live life out loud, to seek joy and abundance. We get to hit reset and take risks to build a l...

416: Healing Lyme: Testing For the MTHFR Gene, The FODMAP Diet, Candida & Bacterial Optimizer Protocol, and More! (Healing Lyme Disease Series Part 3)

March 24, 2023 01:15 - 1 hour

Lyme disease can cause a range of symptoms, including fever, rash, joint pain, and fatigue, even arthritis, heart problems, and neurological issues. In the last two episodes, we spoke to Devon Dionne, Adrienne Nolan-Smith, and Robin Shirley who all used varying combinations of nutrition, detoxification, and alternative medicine to heal their Lyme disease. In this episode, you will hear Dr. Stephan Cabral give a listener advice on her Lyme disease. Then we chat with Aimee Valpone, who shares ...

415: Healing Lyme: Alternative Medicine, Cowden Protocol, Heavy Metal Detox, & Chelation (Healing Lyme Disease Series Part 2)

March 22, 2023 03:19 - 1 hour

Robin was diagnosed with Systemic Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis and chronic Lyme disease when she was just 11 years old. She suffered from painful joints, inflammation, rashes, fatigue, fevers. The heavy medication she was prescribed caused digestive problems, nausea and hair loss. The drugs also suppressed Robin’s immune system, causing frequent infections and affecting all parts of her life. At just 23, Robin’s life looked set towards pain and disability. However, now 27, she’s healthy, fre...

414: Healing Lyme: Hyperbaric Oxygen, Chlorella, Colloidal Silver, Herbs, Bovine Colostrum Therapy, and Naturopathy (Healing Lyme Disease Series Part 1)

March 19, 2023 02:13 - 41 minutes

Let's talk about Lyme disease. It's a bacterial infection caused by the bite of an infected tick and it's pretty prevalent in the US with over 300,000 cases reported each year. But here's the thing, conventional medicine usually only treats the symptoms of Lyme disease with antibiotics, which can have negative side effects and don't address the root cause of the disease. That's where functional medicine comes in. It offers an alternative approach to treating Lyme disease that focuses on supp...

413: The Gut Connection: How Chronic Conditions, Infertility, and Autoimmune Diseases are Directly Connected to Your Microbiome and How to Shift Your Diet, Mindset, and Lifestyle to Heal with Naturopath Katherine Maslen

March 15, 2023 01:08 - 1 hour

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 can...

412: From Seed to Harvest: How True Leaf Market Can Help You Grow a Successful Garden with Parker Garlitz

March 13, 2023 19:38 - 38 minutes

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 gr...

411: Workout for Weight-loss, Meal Prep Like a Boss, and Bio-Hack Your Health with these Simple Game-Changing Routines (Healthy AF Part 2)

March 07, 2023 06:20 - 1 hour

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 ...

410: How to Overcome Emotional Eating with a Food and Mood Journal, Avoid Self-Sabotage by Cultivating Self-Love, and Manifest True Health by Setting Healthy Boundaries (Healthy AF: Part 1)

March 01, 2023 03:08 - 1 hour

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 m...

409: From Aerospace Engineer to Cannabinoid Wellness Leader: Overcoming Depression and Finding Purpose with CURED Nutrition Founder Joe Sheehey

February 27, 2023 04:19 - 1 hour

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 Amer...

408: BIO RAW: How Oren Epstein Created a Vegan, Organic, Convenient, Sustainable Food Company Without Compromise

February 20, 2023 21:02 - 1 hour

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 ...

407: Health Headlines, Ohio Train Disaster, The Future of Protein is Microalgae, Colonizing Mars, and the Truth About The Martian Film with Yonatan Golan

February 16, 2023 21:29 - 59 minutes

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 c...

406: Act As If: How to Stop Surviving and Start Thriving Through Habits, Thoughts, & Meditation with Katie Krimitsos

February 07, 2023 23:57 - 1 hour

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 ca...

405: The Silent Killer: Mold Horror Stories and How to Detox Your Body and Your Home After Mold Exposure

January 21, 2023 19:51 - 1 hour

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 ...

404: Chinese Medicine Secrets: Ancient Healing Remedies, Food As Medicine, and Eating Right For Your Body with Juli Kramer

January 14, 2023 05:24 - 1 hour

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 doc...

403: I Got Mold Poisoning! How to Check For Toxic Mold and How to Detox Your Home and Your Body

January 12, 2023 18:44 - 1 hour

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, hor...

402: ESS60 for Longevity: Have Scientists Discovered the Secret to the Fountain of Youth? Chris Burres Has the Answer!

January 10, 2023 18:02 - 1 hour

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 t...

401: No More Diabetes: The Scientifically Proven System for Reversing Diabetes with Diet, Not Drugs with Dr. Neal Barnard, Cyrus Khambatta, and Robby Barbaro

January 03, 2023 11:30 - 1 hour

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 d...

400: Peptide Therapy: How to Lose Weight and Get Your Body Back to it's Natural Set Point by Regulating This Hormone with Gabriella Woldman

December 28, 2022 07:30 - 1 hour

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 sm...

399: Surviving Domestic Violence, Gaslighting, and Abuse with Sisterhood of Sweat's Linda Mitchell (Plus Anti-Aging Secrets and Holiday Tips!)

December 24, 2022 04:42 - 1 hour

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 d...

398: Healing Hashimotos & Hypothyroidism: The Drug-Free Solution That Works When Your Thyroid Medications Don't - with Dr. Gil Kajiki

December 21, 2022 11:30 - 58 minutes

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. K...

397: Create Your Own Life: A Candid Conversation About Censorship, Social Media, Home-Schooling, & Health with Jeremy Ryan Slate

December 19, 2022 18:47 - 1 hour

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...

396: Think Unbroken: How Michael Overcame Unspeakable Childhood Trauma and Now Helps Survivors Become the Heroes of Their Own Stories

December 14, 2022 06:10 - 1 hour

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 warr...

395: Tapping for Trauma, New Years Wellness Tips, & How to Workout For Weight-Loss (Healthy AF Series Part 4)

November 29, 2022 13:40 - 1 hour

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 Hea...

394: How to Use The Law of Attraction For Weight Loss PLUS Functional Medicine and The Blood Type Diet (Healthy AF Part 3)

November 26, 2022 00:14 - 1 hour

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 wo...

393: Juicing, Detox, & Cleanses for Healing and Sustainable Weight-Loss (Healthy AF Series Part 2)

November 16, 2022 01:12 - 1 hour

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 w...

392: The Plant-Powered Path to Wellness and Weight-Loss PLUS Recipes & Holiday Meal Ideas (Healthy AF Series Part 1)

November 11, 2022 22:08 - 1 hour

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 ...

391: Healthy AF: 4 Steps to Completely Transform Your Health with Functional Medicine, Peptide Therapy, Daily Habits, and Emotional Healing

November 05, 2022 21:49 - 1 hour

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...

390: Overcoming Adversity and Creating the Life You Desire with Growth Now Movement's Justin Schenck

October 27, 2022 19:34 - 1 hour

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 ...

389: Health Headlines and Paypal Pandemonium with Ashley Fillingim

October 21, 2022 00:07 - 1 hour

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 h...

388: The Best Breast Cancer Diet, Alli Gets a Psychic Reading, Tips for Manifesting More Money, True Love, and Better Health with Laura Powers

October 16, 2022 18:09 - 1 hour

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 oth...

387: How to Reverse Baldness Naturally with a Hair Transplant: It's Cheaper and Easier Than You Think with Solopreneur Hour Host Michael O'Neal

September 26, 2022 10:30 - 1 hour

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,...

386: Why It May Time to Get Your Testosterone Checked with Solopreneur Hour Host Michael O'Neal

September 23, 2022 20:17 - 1 hour

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 r...

385: No More Hot Flashes! Balance Your Body with the New Science of Food, Hormones, and Health

September 19, 2022 23:02 - 1 hour

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. Bar...

384: Healing Hormones, Functional Medicine, and The Truth About Progesterone

September 14, 2022 15:58 - 1 hour

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 t...

383: From Paul McCartney to Oprah, herself, The Sexiest Vegan Over 50, Victoria Moran, Shares Her Plant-Powered Adventures

September 01, 2022 22:51 - 1 hour

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...

382: How Warrior Mom JJ Virgin Helped Her Son Thrive When Doctors Left Him For Dead

August 26, 2022 17:58 - 1 hour

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 ...

381: Ask Alli: Lyme, Sibo,  Adaptogens, Cleansing, Vegan Academy, Confidence, Juicing Recipes, and More!

August 17, 2022 10:30 - 1 hour

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. StephenCabral.com/cbo Use Code: foodheals10 for 10% off   Then, Mae Steigler from Organifi joins us to discuss adaptogens and how they work in the body. OrganifiShop.com/foodheals Use Code: foodheals f...

380: From Party Prince to Mind Maverick, Janoah Van Kekem Teaches Us How to Reverse Aging & Reduce Stress Through Mindfulness and Meditation

August 10, 2022 18:47 - 54 minutes

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!...

378: From Kidnapped to Finding Her Kindred Spirits, Lori Harder Teaches Us The Power of Community

August 02, 2022 16:43 - 58 minutes

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, i...

379: How to Juice Your Way to Wellness and Weight-loss with Drew Canole

July 31, 2022 21:59 - 57 minutes

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, ...

377: Building Self-Esteem, Believing in Yourself, and Busting Through Upper Limits with JJ Flizanes

July 20, 2022 18:40 - 1 hour

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://jjfliza...

376: Three Ways to Reverse Your Cellular Age, Look Better, and Feel Younger with Dr. Stephen Cabral

July 14, 2022 15:47 - 49 minutes

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 prot...

375: Ask Alli: Losing Both Parents to Cancer by the Time I Was 25 Years Old

June 28, 2022 15:08 - 53 minutes

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 heal...

Ask Alli: Losing Both Parents to Cancer by the Time I Was 25 Years Old

June 28, 2022 15:08 - 52 minutes - 49.4 MB

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 h...

374: Ask Alli: Roasted by Heather McDonald, Vegan Pregnancy, and Goal Setting

June 24, 2022 13:59 - 52 minutes

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!)   Thank You to Our Sponsors! Scout & Cellar Wines Scout & Cella...

373: Detox, Cleanse, Lose Weight and GLOW: An Amazing Cancer Healing Story with Elissa Goodman

June 21, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 69.8 MB

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, ...

373: Detox, Cleanse, Lose Weight and GLOW: An Amazing Food Healing Story with Elissa Goodman

June 21, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour

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, di...

372: The World's Most Powerful Superfoods with Mae Steigler

June 13, 2022 19:40 - 1 hour

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...

371: How Hal Elrod Survived Two Near Death Experiences and Reversed Cancer with The Miracle Equation: Unwavering Faith and Extraordinary Effort

May 31, 2022 03:44 - 51 minutes - 48.6 MB

What if every day you could elevate your consciousness, and create miracles in your life? Beating cancer can seem like a miracle. But it IS possible for everyone, and Hal Elrod is proof of this.   When Hal was 20, he had a car crash and died (you read that right). He was clinically dead for 6-minutes. When he woke up from a 6-day coma, he found out he had 11 broken bones, brain damage and, according to the doctors, was never going to walk again. But he decided right then and there to maint...

371: How Hal Elrod Survived Two Near Death Experiences and Survived Cancer with The Miracle Equation: Unwavering Faith and Extraordinary Effort

May 31, 2022 03:44 - 54 minutes

What if every day you could elevate your consciousness, and create miracles in your life? Beating cancer can seem like a miracle. But it IS possible for everyone, and Hal Elrod is proof of this.   When Hal was 20, he had a car crash and died (you read that right). He was clinically dead for 6-minutes. When he woke up from a 6-day coma, he found out he had 11 broken bones, brain damage and, according to the doctors, was never going to walk again. But he decided right then and there to maintain...

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