Food Heals
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...
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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...
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Ten years into Food Heals, Allison Melody broadens the lens: from food as medicine to the health of our culture. In this deeply personal episode, Allison processes the news of a public assasination, her visceral grief as a daughter who lost her father, and the chilling implications for public figures, creators, podcasters, and anyone who speaks publicly. She traces how social media outrage, algorithmic incentives, and political extremism erode empathy and makes the case that love (not hate, not fear) is the only path to individual and collective healing. Along the way, she shares her...
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What if the most powerful medicine isn’t in your medicine cabinet but already in your fridge? In this episode of Food Heals, we’re revealing the unexpected healing powers of four everyday foods. One balances hormones and reduces hot flashes by 92 percent. Another helps eliminate chronic skin conditions. One supports cancer recovery. And the last? It’s over 1,000 times more nutrient-dense than your favorite leafy green. Think you know what’s on your plate? Think again. You’ll hear from healing heroes who ditched prescriptions and tapped into the potent power of plants with...
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This started out as a totally normal interview about the future of health and wellness, and then something crazy happened that you will not see coming. Let’s just say… there’s a twist. A moment you’ll have to hear for yourself. So buckle up, Food Heals Nation. Because in today’s episode, we’re going way beyond green juice and into the tech-powered future of healing. I sat down with Marcus Spruce, a public health expert, to talk about how artificial intelligence is transforming everything from how we manage chronic disease to how we get reminded to go to bed. Sounds futuristic,...
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In Part 2 of my powerful conversation with Dane Johnson, we dive deep into the healing power of food for reversing Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis — especially for those following a plant-based or vegan lifestyle. Dane breaks down the specific foods, nutrients, and strategies that have helped hundreds of his clients heal naturally using his S.H.I.E.L.D. Protocol. If you’ve been told diet doesn’t matter, this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about IBD. In this episode, you'll learn: Healing foods for calming inflammation and restoring gut health How to...
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Have you been told that there's no cure for Crohn’s or Colitis? That your only option is a life full of medications, surgeries, or giving up the foods you love? Think again. In Part 1 of this powerful two-part series, host Allison Melody sits down with Dane Johnson, CEO of Crohn’s Colitis Lifestyle and creator of the groundbreaking S.H.I.E.L.D. Program, a holistic healing method that has helped over 500 people around the world reverse the symptoms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease. After nearly losing his life to Crohn’s in 2014, Dane committed himself to natural healing and has been 100%...
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In this fiery follow-up to Part 1, Allison Melody is back with more truth bombs about the Netflix series Apple Cider Vinegar and the real-world consequences of media narratives that equate wellness fraudsters with wellness itself. Belle Gibson lied about curing cancer with Gerson Therapy, but that doesn’t mean Gerson Therapy is a lie. Allison breaks down what Apple Cider Vinegar got so wrong about alternative medicine, shares her personal censorship story (yes, YouTube is at it again), and reads some of the shocking and heartbreaking responses she received after posting her thoughts...
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In today's episode of Food Heals, Allison Melody dives into the recent media portrayals of alternative healing practices and their connection to scam artists. Inspired by HBO’s Breath of Fire and Netflix’s Apple Cider Vinegar, Allison shares her personal experiences with Kundalini Yoga, alternative medicine, and the dangers of blindly following self-proclaimed “gurus.” What You’ll Learn: 🔹 The fine line between healing modalities and the people who exploit them 🔹 How Breath of Fire exposed the dark side of Kundalini Yoga and its leaders 🔹 The truth behind Apple Cider...
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What if the secret to better health was rooted in ancient wisdom? On today’s episode of Food Heals, we’re diving into the world of acupuncture and cupping with Dr. Tom Ingegno, a leading expert in integrative medicine with over 23 years of experience. As a doctor of acupuncture and East Asian medicine, Dr. Tom has dedicated his career to helping people heal naturally by combining modern research with time-tested traditional practices. Dr. Tom is the author of , where he demystifies cupping therapy and explains how this ancient practice can relieve muscle tension, improve circulation, and...
info_outlineIn the fourth episode of the Upgrade series on Food Heals, we dive deep into the myths and fears that fuel imposter syndrome and keep us from achieving our full potential.
Today, we're going to debunk five common fears that hold us back from our greatness, so we can overcome the imposter monster for good and leave our fears in the past.
While we often focus on healing the physical body here on Food Heals, by talking about functional medicine, food, supplements, etc., we also need to address our emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being to truly heal. That’s why I’m so passionate about overcoming imposter syndrome!
One of the biggest fears is worrying about what others will think. It's just part of life that people will judge us, but how we respond is what matters. Instead of letting their opinions stop us, we need to focus on those who support and understand us. Remember, be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don’t matter, and those who matter don’t mind.
Another fear is the fear of our own greatness. Marianne Williamson nailed it when she said our deepest fear isn't that we are inadequate, but that we are powerful beyond measure. When we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give others permission to do the same. We're meant to live in truth, love, and abundance, not to play small.
We also fear being exposed as a fraud. It's about changing our mindset and embracing our authentic selves. When we're genuine and accept our imperfections, we connect more deeply with others and build a supportive community. It's impossible to be a fraud of oneself.
Another common fear is thinking others are already doing what we want to do. Your unique perspectives and experiences make your contributions valuable. There's enough room for everyone to succeed, and adopting an abundance mindset can help you move forward with confidence.
Lastly, there’s the fear that we’re not expert enough. But remember, if you’ve lived it, you’re an expert in it. Your life experiences and the knowledge you’ve gained from them are incredibly valuable. You don’t need a degree to validate your expertise.
By facing these fears head-on, we can overcome imposter syndrome and achieve our dreams. So, let's leave those fears behind and step into our greatness together in the Upgrade Mastermind.
UPGRADE is a High-level Mastermind for Purpose-Driven People, Creators, Influencers, Entrepreneurs, and Rebels who refuse to settle for the ordinary, are ready to live without limits, and want to upgrade their health and wealth together.
This high-energy, year-long group coaching program combines everything I’ve learned and practiced over the past 18 years. It’s designed to help people achieve health and success in every area of their lives—spiritually, emotionally, mentally, financially, and physically.
Imagine being part of a community where you can dream big, be deeply listened to, and be pushed out of your comfort zone. As Walt Disney said, “If you can dream it, you can do it.”
The Upgrade Mastermind provides the tools, resources, accountability, and community to help you achieve your dreams. If this resonates with you, I invite you to apply at www.foodhealsnation.com/apply.
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