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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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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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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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 the faith that he was going to walk, and that he was going to do everything in his power to make it happen. Within 3 weeks of the car crash, he was taking his first steps. That marked the beginning of his life’s work. But it wasn’t an easy ride.

 

In 2007, Hal was in a tough spot. He’d lost half his clients, lost his house, was broke and severely depressed. So he started looking into what the world’s most successful people do, and designed a morning ritual of self-improvement. Within 2 months, he’d doubled his income, completed an ultra-marathon, overcome depression and totally changed his life. To his wife, he said “It feels like a miracle.” That’s how The Miracle Morning was born.

 

You might feel that you’re not a morning person – most of us feel the same! But how you begin your day will either put you in a sub-optimal physical, mental and emotional state, or an optimal one. Start your day at your best, and you can give your best in everything you do. This will reflect in every aspect of your life.

 

But how? You need simple, daily strategies that you can ease into. In The Miracle Morning e-book, Hal breaks down exactly what you need to do to begin uplifting your mornings – and uplifting your life.

 

But we’ve only told the beginning of the story...

Just 2 years ago, Hal was diagnosed with acute lymphotoxin leukemia – a rare cancer with a 30% survival rate. He also had a collapsed lung, his kidneys were failing, and his heart was surrounded with fluid. He was told he had a 70%-90% chance of dying within a few months. Going without chemo was not an option – without it, he would die within a week. After doing his research, Hal decided to have the treatment, while at the same time implementing every holistic practice he could to counter the negative effects.

 

And it worked! The cancer went into remission.

 

Hal’s new book, The Miracle Equation: The Two Decisions That Move Your Biggest Goals from Possible to Probably to Inevitable, is your process for goal achievement. It will help you step out of your comfort zone to pursue your biggest goals and dreams. Use it in conjunction with The Miracle Morning and you can achieve anything you set your mind to.

 

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What is the relationship between functional medicine and gynecology? How can we detox and ditch the toxins - for good? My guest, Dr. Wendie Trubow answers these questions and more on today’s episode of Food Heals.

 

Wendie Trubow, M.D., MBA is a functional medicine gynecologist with a thriving practice at Five Journeys, and is passionate about helping women optimize their health and lives. 

 

Through her struggles with mold and metal toxicity, Celiac disease, and other health issues, Dr. Trubow has developed a deep sense of compassion and expertise for what her patients are facing. She is the co-author of Dirty Girl: Ditch the Toxins, Look Great, and Feel Freaking Amazing!

 

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How Going Plant-Based Inspired a 40-Pound Weight Loss, Three Cookbooks and a Wellness Revolution with VegInspireds Kathy Davis  

 

Kathy Davis is a plant-based lifestyle and mindset coach, the CEO of VegInspired, and the author of three cookbooks: The 30-Minute Whole-Food Plant-Based Cookbook, The Super Easy Plant-Based Cookbook, and The Budget-Friendly Plant-Based Diet Cookbook. Kathy is on a mission to empower and inspire others to eat more plants and leverage the power of food to meet their personal and professional goals. 

 

Kathy has been eating and creating vegan meals for more than eight years. Over the past two and half years, she shifted her daily habits to follow a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle. She experienced amazing results: 40-pound weight loss, renewed energy, a newfound sense of joy, and a healthier mind and body! 

 

Kathy’s brand, Veginspired, is dedicated to providing the resources & support to help others make a similar transformation. She is eager to guide others on their journey so that they can make a more significant impact in the world. 

 

Fun fact: Kathy and her husband, John, are living their plant-based dream while simultaneously traveling the United States in an RV with their cat. They’ve been to 29 states and 19 national parks so far, and have a goal to visit all the US national parks!

 

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Our Cancer Journeys and Healing Stories the Mainstream Media Isn’t Talking About Series coninues with these incredible interviews...

Amanda Deming

From Episode 8

Cervical cancer killed nearly 4,000 women last year. It’s the second most common cancer among women. Conventional treatments, like surgery, chemo and radiation, aren’t just poisonous, they often lead to infertility. When Amanda was diagnosed with cervical cancer, she was determined not to go down that road. Instead, she chose a raw vegan diet, meditation, and yoga. She’s now cancer-free.

 

Jeff Witzeman

From Episode 190

When Jeff’s wife was diagnosed with an aggressive form of bladder cancer, she was told her life would change forever: surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, a life without an essential organ. Instead of taking the doctor’s word for it, they travelled to Germany to treat the cancer to a spa. Thanks to juicing, a plant-based diet, hyperthermia (targeted heat therapy), oxygen therapy, intravenous vitamins, and colonics, she was completely cancer-free in just one month. 

 

Tracey Edmonds

From Episode 226

Just like Alli, Tracey lost both her parents to preventable diseases: her mom died from cancer and shortly after, her dad died from a heart attack. This made her determined to be a pillar of health and to spread the message through as many media outlets as possible. She launched the wellness website Alright Now to give people the tools they need to live their healthiest life - from nutrition and fitness to relationships and parenting. We think she rocks!

 

Jill Tomback

From Episodes 26, 27 and 28

Jill and I were room-mates when she was first diagnosed with breast cancer at just 25 years old. She endured four years of conventional treatment, including chemo and surgery. But since then, she’s taken the holistic route: she’s a plant-powered Pilates superstar, an avid juicer and a big fan of the Gerson therapy. 

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What is the role that diet and nutrition play in your ability to recover from cancer? How important is our emotional state when we are dealing with a cancer diagnosis? What role does oxygenation and breathwork have to do with healing! 

These questions and more are explored on today’s two-part classic episode featuring some of my favorite cancer warriors who have incredible cancer healing stories. I hope that these stories inspire you as much as they inspire me.

Janette Murray-Wakelin

From Episode 52

Janette was given just six months to live when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. So she decided to use that time to change her life completely. Instead of accepting the chemo, she took the holistic approach: she went 100% raw vegan, oxygenated her blood, and started loving herself. After all, how can you heal yourself unless you love yourself first? Within 6 months, Janette was cancer-free. And as if that wasn’t amazing enough, she then ran a marathon, every day, for 366 consecutive days. We think she’s pretty incredible!

 Chris Wark

From Episode 236

At just 26, Chris was told he had stage 3 cancer - it started as a tumor the size of a golf ball in his colon, and spread to his lymph nodes. He was given one option: chemotherapy. But poisoning himself back to health didn’t make sense to Chris. Just like Evita, he realized he’d created his cancer through his diet choices. So he switched from a standard American diet to a 100% vegan, 100% raw diet. The cancer disappeared. Now, he teaches others how to do the same.

 

Evita Ramparte

From Episode 57

When she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, Evita made the brave decision not to have surgery, radiation or chemotherapy - against her doctor’s wishes. She knew that toxic food and toxic thinking had caused her cancer, and she was determined to heal herself. Thanks to detoxing, fasting, and a lot of inner work, she did exactly that. In just 4 months, her tumor had disappeared, she lost 50 pounds, and felt better than ever before.

 

Jolen Philbrook

From Episode 193

When it comes to surviving, Jolen’s an expert! She overcame cancer twice - first a rare type of breast cancer, then kidney cancer. At the same time, she was fighting a custody battle with no income. Most people would crumble under that kind of pressure, but Jolen pulled through. How? It all comes down to mindset. And power shoes.

 

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What is Wealth Consciousness and why is it important for us to cultivate it? What does your home, your possessions and even your clutter have to do with your wealth attraction factor? I explore these questions and more with my guest, host of The Wealth Alchemist Podcast, Keri Norley.

 

Keri believes the more money you have, the more ability you have to make a bigger impact on this planet. 

 

After running away from everything she knew to live in Australia and experience a whole different way of living while concurrently spending years studying everything she could get her hands on around wealth, success, money, magic, mindset, human psychology, transformation, feng shui, and alchemy, Keri discovered that there was vast amount of people with limiting money beliefs holding them back from their greatness, and she set out to change that.

 

 Keri’s mission is to raise your wealth consciousness. She aims to help you clear your energetic, physical, mental, emotional and spiritual blocks around money, wealth and abundance to help you live the life you dream of.

 

In today's episode of Food Heals we discuss health, wealth, consciousness, and the power of feng shui.

 

And, stay tuned to the end of our interview with Keri for bonus content! In the spirit of feng shui, Allison dug back through the archives to dig up a bonus clip with Feng Shui Master Dana Claudat and Celebrity Vegan Chef Leslie Durso for a conversation about decluttering for weight-loss, feng shui for wealth, and how to be intuitive and intentional with your feng shui.

 

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