Dr. Leona Allen: How Toxins Contribute To Weight Issues
Release Date: 12/23/2024
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info_outlineAs we celebrate the holiday season and anticipate the coming New Year, one of the most common concerns for many is how we can enjoy our favorite foods without regret. Continuing to reinforce healthy eating habits is more pressing during this time of year. With this in mind, Tee is revisiting an important conversation she had in April of 2024 with Dr. Leona Allen about the role toxins play in both weight loss and overall health.
Dr. Leona is a licensed chiropractor and the founder of Freedom Health Systems. In this episode, the often-overlooked relationship between toxins and weight is examined as Dr. Leona shares her journey from struggling with weight loss after the birth of her two boys and discovering the significant impact of toxins on overall health.
In addition, Dr. Leona emphasizes the importance of detoxifying on a cellular level to improve health and facilitate weight loss, highlighting that diet and exercise alone may not be sufficient for those facing weight loss resistance due to toxic overload. The conversation also covers the role of cellular inflammation in health, the major toxins to avoid, and practical steps toward detoxification and healthier living. This is an often overlooked subject for both men and women looking to lose weight in a healthy way and Dr. Leona’s insights will prove to be both encouraging and invaluable.
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