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Food As Medicine with Dr. Anh

Health & Wellness Podcasts

Real talk, with real people, and real results so YOU can heal yourself naturally. Hosted by Dr. Anh, a board-certified pharmacist and health coach who believes the answer to better health is NOT found in a pill bottle but in WHAT we eat and HOW we choose to live our lives. Dr. Anh conducts weekly interviews with people who have healed themselves or their clients using food as medicine, including Dr. Terry Wahls, Abel James, and Ari Meisel. While the show focuses on food and nutrition, you'll also learn about supplements, exercise, mindset, and other alternative therapies that contribute to overall health and well-being.

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United States

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Real talk, with real people, and real results so YOU can heal yourself naturally. Hosted by Dr. Anh, a board-certified pharmacist and health coach who believes the answer to better health is NOT found in a pill bottle but in WHAT we eat and HOW we choose to live our lives. Dr. Anh conducts weekly interviews with people who have healed themselves or their clients using food as medicine, including Dr. Terry Wahls, Abel James, and Ari Meisel. While the show focuses on food and nutrition, you'll also learn about supplements, exercise, mindset, and other alternative therapies that contribute to overall health and well-being.

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English


Episodes
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Decreasing the Impact of Environmental Toxins with Dr. Stephen Lewis

3/6/2018
Dr. Stephen Lewis and his wife Janet have a long history of helping people achieve their optimal health by utilizing extensive, but low cost lab work. Dr. Stephen Lewis, D.C. stays current on the latest research pertaining to nutritional supplements and optimal health. Janet Lewis is a Certified Natural Health Consultant with a unique perspective on alternative and complementary nutrition from studying with numerous national leading alternative health experts. They both traveled to China to study with traditional Chinese medical doctors and know the importance of proper nutrition in healing and maintaining the human body. Now in today's show with Dr. Stephen Lewis we talk about..... OK, let’s go chat with Dr. Stephen! RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Dr. Stephen and Janet Lewis' website: https://www.greenwisdomhealth.com/ Fill out their health survey:https://www.greenwisdomhealth.com/health-survey/ Get the Book: The Biology of Belief

Duration:00:38:58

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Organic Gardening for Beginners

2/27/2018
Jackie Beyer grew up on Long Island about 20 miles from NYC. During her junior year in college she met her husband on a mountainside and they have been happily married for almost 25 years now! They live in a small cabin but her husband Mike is the resident baker and gardener. He grows a huge garden every year. Jackie is an artist and journalist who helps around the garden. She launched the Organic Gardener Podcast in January 2015. Jackie talks to amazing guests who are dedicated to eating and growing healthy nutrient dense food and protecting our planet. Now in today's show with Jackie we talk about..... Planning for your garden: What are the best to plant, and whenWhat is the best type of garden to have for beginnersHow to make sure you have good soilHow to test your soil to see what micronutrients are in the soilWhich manure is good to use for your compost and which one you should NOT useAn alternative to using manure And more OK, let’s go chat with Jackie! Resources: http://organicgardenerpodcast.com/http://organicgardenerpodcast.com/68-start-small-garden-starting-success-tips/https://mailchi.mp/5611bc3d7dfd/free-garden-course Garden Journal and Data Keeper Connect with Jackie: Email: OrganicGardenerPodcast@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/organicgardenerpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/OrganicGPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0cxOU5nFefaeEV49IQDSig Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OrganicGardenerPodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1504677209849446/

Duration:00:53:07

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Thriving With Mental Health After a Suicide Attempt

2/13/2018
Dr. Christina Bjorndal completed her Doctorate in naturopathic medicine from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. She is an authority in the treatment of mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders and eating disorders. Having overcome many mental health challenges, Dr. Chris is a gifted speaker and writer. She has shared her personal story and philosophy of wellness with audiences across North America. Dr. Chris has helped many patients achieve physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. She has written three books on mental health as well as a 10 week course and in-person retreat on mental health. Visit drchristinabjorndal.com for more information about her books and courses. For patient resources you can go to: http://naturalterrain.com/ Now in today's show with Dr. Chris we talk about..... What is orthomolecular nutrition and how she used it to heal hearselfHow to appropriately taper antidepressantsThe four foundational pillars of health that she works on with all her patientsHer bedtime routine and favorite supplements for sleepPractical steps for calming your inner self-criticThe heart meditation process she uses to help you improve and trust your intuitionAnd more.... Connect with Dr. Chris Bjorndal on social media: Facebook: Dr. Christina Bjorndal Twitter: @drbjorndal YouTube: Christina Bjorndal Instagram: drchrisbjorndal

Duration:00:56:13

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Endometriosis and Using Genomics to Guide Lifestyle Choices

1/29/2018
Dr. Erika Gray is first a wife and mother. She is also a pharmacist and a woman who struggled with endometriosis since she was 16 years old and ended it with alternative treatments that included dietary changes, progesterone, and supplements. After healing herself, she was inspired to help others who suffer from the same incapacitating condition, which led her to become a functional medicine pharmacist. In her journey, she also became aware of the importance of genomics and their impact on health, which is why she co-founded Toolbox Genomics which helps people interpret their genomic information into actionable lifestyle changes. Get your complimentary guide, The Top 5 Tips For Choosing a Genetic Testing Company, HERE. Now in today's show with Erika we talk about..... What percentage of our genes is influenceable by our dietary and lifestyle choicesThe supplements she used to heal herself from endometriosisWhat you can take to help mitigate the effects of going out for a drink with friends and other ways you can protect yourself if you take a day to indulgeHer best tips for how to free yourself from facebookIntermittent fasting and how to do it safelyAnd more! OK, let’s go chat with Erika!

Duration:00:59:51

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Healing from Sjogren's and Going Beyond Gluten

1/22/2018
Sandi Star is a holistic health practitioner with certifications in Clinical Nutrition, Herbology, and Aromatherapy. She is a member of the American Holistic Healthcare Association and speaks on various topics throughout the year across San Diego county. Sandi lost 6 dress sizes and has kept it off for over 30 years and has been gluten & cow dairy free for more than 10 years after struggling with IBS, Sjögren’s Syndrome (auto immune disease), Asthma, Fatigue and Migraines. She has hands on understanding of many health issues and is dedicated in creating awareness that will impact our nation's focus on disease prevention with proper nutrition. Sandi is the author of Beyond Gluten A Healing Transition which is available on Amazon and at karmic-health.com in the Marketplace. You can also learn more about Sandi here: http://www.karmic-health.com/about-the-founder/ Now in today's show with Sandi we talk about..... In today's society, whether anyone should be eating gluten productsIs it safe to eat gluten when you are traveling abroad in EuropeWhat supplements she recommends for accidental gluten exposure when eating outTips for transitioning to a gluten-free lifestyle, and a recipe for one of her favorite pasta-free dishesWhat are some of the lab tests she completed to monitor the progress on her healing journey, and which test she continues to get done every yearThe simple activity she does every day to quickly reduce stressAnd more OK, let’s go chat with Sandi!

Duration:00:49:27

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Never Binge Again by Changing Your Emotional Relationship To Food

1/15/2018
Dr. Glenn Livingston is a veteran psychologist whose own personal jouney out of obesity inspired him to write the book Never Binge Again: Stop Overeating and Binge Eating and Reprogram Yourself to Think Like a Permanently Thin Person On the Food Plan of Your Choice. Glenn has spent decades researching the nature of bingeing and overeating. He has worked with his own patients as well as over 40,000 participants in a self-funded research program. His work as a consultant for Fortune 500 companies in the food industry has given him a unique perspective on how psychology is used to market and sell food and food like substances to people. You can get the book for free in Kindle, Nook, and/or PDF format, plus a host of other free bonuses at www.NeverBingeAgain.com. In today's show with Glenn we talk about..... The Emotional relationship to food: how does what you crave relate to your emotions How to create your own food rules and food plan The Toxic analogy and how to use that as a tool to give you the pause you need before you reach for a food to binge on Why will power does not work and what to focus on instead The mindset shift that will help you succeed if you fall off your plan How to recognize different rationalizations and mental chatter and see them for what they are And more Alright let's go chat with Glenn!

Duration:00:51:14

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Lab Tests, Dairy Cravings, and Eating Healthy on a Budget with Kristin Thomas

1/8/2018
Kristin Thomas is a Holistic Health Coach (HHC) and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P) specializing in digestive and autoimmune health. Inspired by her own digestive health journey, she became certified at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN) to fulfill her life's purpose as a healer. Today, she helps patients find their own path to digestive wellness using natural, practical and individualized diet, lifestyle, and supplementation techniques. You can learn more about Kristin and her work here: thrivebyfood.com and thrivebyfood.com/love-your-gut. Now in today's show with Kristin we talk about..... Foods to avoid to see an impact in your health right away, even if you are already eating pretty wellWhich non-grain health food that can still be problematic for some peopleHow to deal with dairy cravings and what ingredient to use that mimics the flavor of dairy very wellKristin's tips for eating healthy on a budget and how to minimize fresh food from going badWhat are some of the lab tests she completed to monitor the progress on her healing journeyWhat a typical day in the life looks like for her in terms of foodAnd more OK, let’s go chat with Kristin!

Duration:01:00:06

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Start the New Year Right: End Fatigue, Sleep Better, and Have More Effective Workouts with Dr. Sam Shay

1/1/2018
Get a head start on your New Year's Resolutions with these great tips from Dr. Sam Shay.

Duration:01:05:14

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Daily Habits to Improve Fertility at Any Age with Dr. Aumatma

12/25/2017
Learn how to improve your fertility using a holistic approach with Dr. Aumatma, a holistic fertility specialist.

Duration:00:50:26

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Anxiety: Food, Nutrients, and Amino Acids that Help; with Trudy Scott

12/18/2017
Learn what nutrients people with anxiety conditions are typically lacking despite eating clean, foods that trigger anxiety symptoms, and what amino acids to take if you are anxious or worried.

Duration:00:56:06

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Healing Cancer Naturally with Radical Diet and Lifestyle Changes with Chris Wark

12/11/2017
In this episode Chris Wark shares his story on how he beat Stage 3 colorectal cancer.

Duration:00:59:58

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Homeopathy, Recurring Childhood Dreams, and Trauma with Carol Lourie

3/21/2017
In today's episode, I chat with Carol Lourie. She is a functional medicine practitioner, naturopath, acupuncturist, and homeopath with over 30 years of experience in providing Integrative Healthcare. She uses her very own unique “Lourie Process” that combines functional medicine, clinical nutrition, naturopathy, homeopathy, acupuncture, and Chinese medicine in order to help people find the root cause of their illness. I met Carol at an event in Berkeley, CA where her practice is located, and I am so happy to bring her on the show so she can share her pearls of wisdom from over 30 years of practice. Let's go chat with Carol! What you’ll hear in this episode: How to reach Carol Lourie and more: Her Health & Spirit Summit, March 27th - April 3rd, 2017 Carol's Website: http://naturalhealthcarehealingcenter.com/ Recommended Reading: The Inner World of Trauma: Archetypal Defenses of the Personal Split Trauma and the Soul: A Psycho-Spiritual Approach to the Human Development and It's Interruption Now it’s your turn! WHAT changes have you made in your diet? HOW have those changes affected your health? WHAT has been your biggest challenge while implementing a healthy lifestyle? WHO do you want to hear from? Let me know in the comments below and I will try my best to get them on the show! I want to answer your burning questions and for YOU to add your thoughts to the conversation. So go ahead and leave a comment now. And if you want even more resources to heal yourself naturally, make sure you sign up for my email updates, because I share some insights in my email updates that I don’t share anywhere else. Thanks so much for stopping by and until next time, remember to eat consciously, because the world needs a healthy and vibrant you! BECOME A FOOD AS MEDICINE VIP FOR FREE. ENTER YOUR EMAIL BELOW AND RECEIVE:

Duration:00:38:25

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The 4 B's of Insulin Resistance: Signs and Symptoms

5/5/2016
Welcome! My guest today is a repeat guest, Dr. Ritamarie, who is licensed in chiropractic, with certifications in acupuncture, nutrition, and herbal medicine. She specializes in thyroid, digestion, adrenal, and insulin imbalances. She has spent the last 20 years developing systematic ways of looking at the body and cracking even the most difficult health cases. She has found that insulin resistance is the cause of more than 50% of health problems! Let’s catch up with Dr. Ritamarie! What you’ll hear in this episode: How to reach Dr. Ritamarie and more: www.drritamarie.com www.drritamarie.com/go/insulin (Watch her webinar replay, available through May 6!) www.insulinresistancepractitioner.com (Training for practitioners) Now it’s your turn! WHAT changes have you made in your diet? HOW have those changes affected your health? WHAT has been your biggest challenge while implementing a healthy lifestyle? WHO do you want to hear from? Let me know in the comments below and I will try my best to get them on the show! I want to answer your burning questions and for YOU to add your thoughts to the conversation. So go ahead and leave a comment now. And if you want even more resources to heal yourself naturally, make sure you sign up for my email updates, because I share some insights in my email updates that I don’t share anywhere else. Thanks so much for stopping by and until next time, remember to eat consciously, because the world needs a healthy and vibrant you! BECOME A FOOD AS MEDICINE VIP FOR FREE. ENTER YOUR EMAIL BELOW AND RECEIVE:

Duration:00:54:31

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Physical, Emotional, Mental and Spiritual Vitality Through Detox

4/30/2016
Welcome! My guest today is Fran Sussman, a holistic practitioner since 1993 who has helped thousands of clients reclaim their health and vitality. She teaches people to heal their gut, balance hormones, reduce inflammation, heal their brains, combat Lyme disease, and much more. Her personal journey includes a full recovery from breast cancer and Lyme disease. Now, at age 62, Fran is grateful to live a life rich with purpose, joy, health, and vitality. Fran has a thriving private practice where she teaches online courses, including her Zen Vitality Detox, which integrates nutritional guidance, health retreats, and simple practices with huge payoffs for mind, body, and spirit. Join us! Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: “Nobody should be eating gluten.” How to reach Fran and more: www.fransussman.com Registration for her Zen Vitality Detox program (5-week online course) is open NOW! Visit www.dranh.com/zendetox for more information, and enter the coupon code “dranh” for 20% off! Now it’s your turn! WHAT changes have you made in your diet? HOW have those changes affected your health? WHAT has been your biggest challenge while implementing a healthy lifestyle? WHO do you want to hear from? Let me know in the comments below and I will try my best to get them on the show! I want to answer your burning questions and for YOU to add your thoughts to the conversation. So go ahead and leave a comment now. And if you want even more resources to heal yourself naturally, make sure you sign up for my email updates, because I share some insights in my email updates that I don’t share anywhere else. Thanks so much for stopping by and until next time, remember to eat consciously, because the world needs a healthy and vibrant you! BECOME A FOOD AS MEDICINE VIP FOR FREE. ENTER YOUR EMAIL BELOW AND RECEIVE:

Duration:00:57:33

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Pelvic Pain and Integrative Women's Health with Jessica Drummond

4/18/2016
Welcome! Today’s guest is Jessica Drummond, who has helped patients and practitioners in her area of expertise in functional medicine. Our topic today is Pelvic Pain. Join us! Jessica discusses the following about Pelvic Pain: How to Reach Jessica and more: www.integrativewomenshealthinstitute.com (Find information about Jessica’s work and her training programs.) Now it’s your turn! WHAT changes have you made in your diet? HOW have those changes affected your health? WHAT has been your biggest challenge while implementing a healthy lifestyle? WHO do you want to hear from? Let me know in the comments below and I will try my best to get them on the show! I want to answer your burning questions and for YOU to add your thoughts to the conversation. So go ahead and leave a comment now. And if you want even more resources to heal yourself naturally, make sure you sign up for my email updates, because I share some insights in my email updates that I don’t share anywhere else. Thanks so much for stopping by and until next time, remember to eat consciously, because the world needs a healthy and vibrant you! BECOME A FOOD AS MEDICINE VIP FOR FREE. ENTER YOUR EMAIL BELOW AND RECEIVE:

Duration:00:46:41

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Toxic Ingredients in Skincare and What to Choose Instead

4/11/2016
Welcome to today’s show! Today we have our first repeat guest, Rachel Pontillo, who is an expert in holistic medicine and skin care. We had a great conversation the first time, but there is SO much more to discuss! Today we dig deeper with Rachel about creating your own skin care products. Join us! Rachel shares the following about skin care: How to reach Rachel and more: www.createyourskincare.com (Rachel has her course catalog to download, which includes lifetime access with purchase! You can also find information about her live instruction and course events.) www.ewg.org/skindeep (You can look up ingredients, products, and safety test results.) Now it’s your turn! WHAT changes have you made in your diet? HOW have those changes affected your health? WHAT has been your biggest challenge while implementing a healthy lifestyle? WHO do you want to hear from? Let me know in the comments below and I will try my best to get them on the show! I want to answer your burning questions and for YOU to add your thoughts to the conversation. So go ahead and leave a comment now. And if you want even more resources to heal yourself naturally, make sure you sign up for my email updates, because I share some insights in my email updates that I don’t share anywhere else. Thanks so much for stopping by and until next time, remember to eat consciously, because the world needs a healthy and vibrant you! BECOME A FOOD AS MEDICINE VIP FOR FREE. ENTER YOUR EMAIL BELOW AND RECEIVE:

Duration:00:53:59

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From Incurable to Invincible: Overcoming Chronic Pain and Disease

4/4/2016
Welcome! My guest today is Marcie Peters, a holistic nutritionist and featured speaker. She is the best-selling author of You Are Not Broken: From Incurable to Invincible, to be released later this week. Marcie is a graduate of the University of Washington and the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. She founded The Health and Happiness Guide and the Transform Your Health World Summit. Join me as we hear Marcie’s story! Marcie shares the following about her life and work: “You have a choice in everything you do in life!”Seven Steps to Wellness:“Symptoms are really communication cues to alert us that something is going on and needs to be corrected.”“The journey toward yourself is where the real juiciness lies.”Pillars of Happiness: How to Reach Marcie and more: www.thehealthandhappinessguide.com You Are Not Broken: From Incurable to Invincible by Marcie Peters Now it’s your turn! WHAT changes have you made in your diet? HOW have those changes affected your health? WHAT has been your biggest challenge while implementing a healthy lifestyle? WHO do you want to hear from? Let me know in the comments below and I will try my best to get them on the show! I want to answer your burning questions and for YOU to add your thoughts to the conversation. So go ahead and leave a comment now. And if you want even more resources to heal yourself naturally, make sure you sign up for my email updates, because I share some insights in my email updates that I don’t share anywhere else. Thanks so much for stopping by and until next time, remember to eat consciously, because the world needs a healthy and vibrant you! BECOME A FOOD AS MEDICINE VIP FOR FREE. ENTER YOUR EMAIL BELOW AND RECEIVE:

Duration:00:52:47

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Hormones and Gut Health with Bridgit Danner

3/28/2016
Welcome! Today’s guest is Bridgit Danner, a fellow podcaster who is passionate about women’s health. I met Bridgit at a conference in CA, and we connected immediately. Bridgit specializes in hormones and gut health, so those are our topics today. Join us! Bridgit shares the following: How to reach Bridgit and more www.dranh.com/hormones www.bridgitdanner.com Now it’s your turn! WHAT changes have you made in your diet? HOW have those changes affected your health? WHAT has been your biggest challenge while implementing a healthy lifestyle? WHO do you want to hear from? Let me know in the comments below and I will try my best to get them on the show! I want to answer your burning questions and for YOU to add your thoughts to the conversation. So go ahead and leave a comment now. And if you want even more resources to heal yourself naturally, make sure you sign up for my email updates, because I share some insights in my email updates that I don’t share anywhere else. Thanks so much for stopping by and until next time, remember to eat consciously, because the world needs a healthy and vibrant you! BECOME A FOOD AS MEDICINE VIP FOR FREE. ENTER YOUR EMAIL BELOW AND RECEIVE:

Duration:00:42:01

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Lyme Disease Diet, Testing, and More with Dr. Jay Davidson

3/21/2016
Welcome! My guest today is Dr. Jay Davidson, who is a doctor of natural functional medicine---AND a fellow Milwaukeean! He specializes in heavy metal detoxification and Lyme disease, treating these disorders from a natural perspective. Jay is a #1 national best-selling author, a husband, father, speaker, church elder, and former radio talk show host. He is hosting the Chronic Lyme Disease Summit coming up in April. Let’s talk to Dr. Jay! Our conversation covers the following: “Our bodies are not meant to eat ONE way forever!” How to Reach Dr. Jay and more: www.chroniclymediseasesummit.com See the list of speakers and topics for the Summit, coming April 4-11, 2016! Sign up for the summit at www.dranh.com/lyme. Now it’s your turn! WHAT changes have you made in your diet? HOW have those changes affected your health? WHAT has been your biggest challenge while implementing a healthy lifestyle? WHO do you want to hear from? Let me know in the comments below and I will try my best to get them on the show! I want to answer your burning questions and for YOU to add your thoughts to the conversation. So go ahead and leave a comment now. And if you want even more resources to heal yourself naturally, make sure you sign up for my email updates, because I share some insights in my email updates that I don’t share anywhere else. Thanks so much for stopping by and until next time, remember to eat consciously, because the world needs a healthy and vibrant you! BECOME A FOOD AS MEDICINE VIP FOR FREE. ENTER YOUR EMAIL BELOW AND RECEIVE:

Duration:00:48:05

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Lasting Weight Loss and Eating Right for Your Archetype with Melissa Kathryn

3/14/2016
Welcome! My guest today is Melissa Kathryn, who is a certified holistic nutritionist, weight-loss and lifestyle expert. She is a transformational coach and international best-selling author and speaker. She is the owner and founder of Melissa Kathryn, LLC, which is a holistic weight loss and lifestyle practice. From her home in California, Melissa helps hundreds of women around the world to transform their bodies and lives through the power of healthy living, nutrition, and fitness. Melissa has been featured in many publications and media shows. Her recent book is Eat Right for Your Archetype. You do not want to miss this conversation with Melissa! Melissa shares the following: “Where there is lack, you will fill the void with food, so figure out where the lack is.”“The more alive you feel, the less you want food as your sole love.”“If it’s not attainable and not sustainable, then it’s not maintainable.” How to reach Melissa and more: www.melissakathryn.com (Sign up for Melissa’s free webinar series, Four Weeks to Fat Loss.) Eat Right for Your Archetype by Melissa Kathryn Now it’s your turn! WHAT changes have you made in your diet? HOW have those changes affected your health? WHAT has been your biggest challenge while implementing a healthy lifestyle? WHO do you want to hear from? Let me know in the comments below and I will try my best to get them on the show! I want to answer your burning questions and for YOU to add your thoughts to the conversation. So go ahead and leave a comment now. And if you want even more resources to heal yourself naturally, make sure you sign up for my email updates, because I share some insights in my email updates that I don’t share anywhere else. Thanks so much for stopping by and until next time, remember to eat consciously, because the world needs a healthy and vibrant you! BECOME A FOOD AS MEDICINE VIP FOR FREE. ENTER YOUR EMAIL BELOW AND RECEIVE:

Duration:00:51:15