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Lose Weight Mindfully | weight loss, mindful eating, healthy recipes, emotional eating, boost energy41. How Dr. Leona Lost 80 Pounds & Reversed InflammationIn today's episode, we're cozying up with Dr. Leona, who's here to unpack her incredible story from military to wellness warrior. With a past speckled with weight struggles and health hurdles, she's cracked the code on caring for our bodies down to the cellular level. Our conversation is filled with powerful breakthroughs of weight struggles, the importance of self-love in weight loss, and so much empowerment to help you leave old habits behind to embrace growth and opportunity. Because it's not just about shedding pounds; it's about shedding past limitations and stepping into a...2024-11-041h 03

The Gen X ShiftEp. 6: Free Your Mind and Health: Creating Systems for Gen X Health with Dr. Leona AllenMichele sits down with Dr. Leona Allen of Freedom Health Systems and The Heal Deal Podcast. Dr. Allen shares her personal healing journey from being overweight and dealing with pre-diabetes, fatty liver, and gallbladder disease. As a chiropractor and functional nutritionist for 20 years, Dr. Allen emphasizes the importance of mindset in healing and the need to believe in one's ability to heal. She also highlights three fears that prevent women from taking autonomy over their physical well-being. Episode websiteWatch on YouTubeJoin the Life From The Summit weekly emails to...2024-04-231h 53

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#33. Prevent and reverse diabetes through lifestyle: A conversation with Lucia Tiffany MPH, RN, Certified Lifestyle CoachIn this episode, Dr. Leona welcomes Lucia Tiffany. Lucia is the owner of 3-D Health LLC and author of two plant-based cookbooks and the e-book, The Plant Based Plate Shift: 12 steps to transform your plate and palate. She has a passion for supporting women entrepreneurs in their journey to optimal health through education and coaching. She seeks to empower women to take charge of their own health to prevent and reverse chronic lifestyle diseases such as diabetes and pre diabetes. She’s a natural educator who has been involved in lifestyle education for over 50 years and is Certified Lifestyle Co...2023-09-1945 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#32. DEAL with your problems, HEAL from the pain, and FULFILL your purpose: A conversation with Earnest JamesIn this episode, Dr. Leona welcomes Earnest James. Earnest James is a family man, father, and friend, with a heart for people. As a minister, mentor, and speaker, Earnest has dedicated his life to inspiring and uplifting others. His mission is to help others deal, heal and fulfill. “Deal with your problems. Heal from your pain. Fulfill your purpose.” He spreads a message of hope and healing wherever he goes. Earnest was raised in a two parent house hold, but recognized the effects of fatherlessness on his extended family and friends, who were being raised by single moth...2023-08-2951 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#31. New mindset, new results: How a shift in mindset can help you lose weightIn this episode, Dr. Leona is being interviewed by Danielle Emmons, RDN, host of the Ditch the Diets Online Summit. The conversation provides actionable advice for women over 40 who are looking to break free from diet hell so they can finally lose weight for good without all the mind drama. "Take those mistakes as lessons, give yourself some grace, and just believe that you can do it. It all starts with believing in yourself and taking the right action, while loving and nourishing yourself in the process." — Dr. Leona Allen In thi...2023-08-0829 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#30. Lab-grown meat approved for sale in the US: Why you should be concernedIn this episode, Dr. Leona discusses the USDA’s approval of the sale of lab-grown meat and its potential impact it may have on our environment, our health, and our food choices. "Control food and you control the people." -- Henry Kissinger In this episode: 00:00 Intro 03:04 Sponsor message: Download your Food Shopping Guide 04:09 The recent USDA approval of lab-grown meat and its significance 15:29 Whoever controls the food, controls the people: Our dependence on grocery stores and manufacturing companies 17:06 Health, safety, and eth...2023-06-2732 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#29. A journey of un-becoming: A conversation with Keba RichardsonIn this episode, Dr. Leona welcomes Keba Richardson, Author and Wholistic Life Coach. Join us in this conversation, as Keba shares her personal journey of self-discovery and transformation by Un-Becoming. “Nature has been one of my greatest teachers on this journey.” — Keba Richardson In this episode: 01:07 Guest introduction: Keba Richardson, Author and Wholistic Life Coach 02:50 Sponsor message: Order Freedom in Chains 04:48 Keba’s personal journey and the importance of the spiritual aspect of healing 09:31 The connection between food and mental health 16:49 Taking cont...2023-06-0651 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#28. Looking back to move forward: Healing and the symbolism of the SankofaIn this episode, Dr. Leona reflects on the symbolism of the Sankofa as she emphasizes the significance of looking to the past in order to heal the present and the future. “Always remember the past for therein lies the future, if forgotten we are destined to repeat it.” — Meaning of the Symbolism of the Sankofa Bird In this episode: 00:00 Intro 01:08 The importance of looking to the past in order to heal and move forward 02:32 Sponsor message: Order Freedom in Chains 04:12 Return and get it: Bri...2023-05-1621 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#27. Mastering consistency: Strategies for achieving long-term health and weight loss goalsIn this episode, Dr. Leona is being interviewed by Cherie Schwartz, host of the Weight Loss For Women Over 50 Masterclass Series. The conversation provides actionable advice for women over 50 who are looking to improve their health and achieve their weight loss goals through consistent habits and lifestyle changes. "You don’t lose weight to get healthy, you get healthy to lose weight" — Dr. Leona Allen In this episode: 00:00 Intro 01:01 Dr. Leona’s story and how it relates to consistency 02:10 Sponsor message: Download your Food Shopping Guide 2023-05-0939 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#26. The healing power of sharing your story: A conversation with Dr. Barbara SwinneyIn this episode, Dr. Leona welcomes Dr. Barbara Swinney, a Life and Holistic Leadership Expert. Join us in this conversation, as Dr. Swinney shares how she uses her platform to empower women worldwide to heal, lead, and leverage their stories for life, love, and leadership. "If you want your life to go higher... you have to go DEEPER!" — Dr. Barbara Swinney In this episode: 00:00 Intro 01:01 Guest introduction: Dr. Barbara Swinney, Life and Holistic leadership expert 04:14 The evolution of the DEEPER Women Speak conference 07:58 The...2023-05-0239 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#25. Life lessons from the garden: How gardening can improve your mental healthNurturing plants in a garden is a wonderful way to nurture ourselves. Not just physically, but mentally and spiritually as well. Gardening benefits our well-being in so many ways, from reducing stress to creating more peace in our lives. Allow this episode to motivate you to nurture your soul in the garden. “We might think we are nurturing our garden, but of course it’s our garden that is really nurturing us.” - Jenny Uglow In this episode: 00:00 Intro 01:01 Life lessons from gardening 02:05 Sponsor message: Downloa...2023-04-2517 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#24. Connecting with the soil: The importance of organic gardening for health and nutritionIn this podcast episode, Dr. Leona shares the humble beginnings of her personal journey with gardening. She discusses how she initially tried using containers and raised garden beds for gardening but found it to be unsuccessful and not resonating with her. However, once she started tilling the soil and getting her hands dirty, she felt a sense of relief and knew she was going in the right direction. Dr. Leona then delves into the importance of healthy soil for our overall health, as our food comes from the earth. She emphasizes that healing starts beyond the kitchen...2023-04-1822 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#23. There is a season for everything: Embracing the seasons of lifeIn this episode, Dr. Leona discusses embracing the seasons of life. Just as nature experiences different seasons, our lives also go through seasons as well. Understanding this concept can help us make sense of the trials and tribulations we face. By recognizing that these are seasons in our lives, we can stay firm during difficult times and have faith in the process. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the seasons of life and how to navigate them with grace. In this episode: 00:00 Intro 01:01 Everything has a season 2023-04-1119 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#22. Why liver health is important: Understanding the functions and importance of the liverIn this episode, we dive into the importance of liver health and the vital role that liver cells play in the body. We also discuss the symptoms of liver disease, including jaundice, chronic fatigue, weight loss, and hormonal imbalances. Dr. Leona shares her personal experience with prediabetes, fatty liver, and gallbladder disease, and how she was able to reduce it through weight loss, reducing insulin and glucose levels, and nutritional and detox support. Tune in to learn more about how you can prevent liver disease and maintain optimal liver health. In this episode: 00:00 I...2023-04-0423 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#21. How to avoid toxic chemicals in your food: Tips for making informed choices and improving your healthIn this episode, we discuss the importance of reading labels when buying packaged foods. By reading labels, you can avoid sources of toxic chemicals and make informed choices about the foods you eat. We suggest looking for foods with short ingredient lists that you can pronounce and recognize. We also encourage modifying recipes using healthy ingredients, avoiding frying and opting for steaming, baking, grilling or boiling your food instead. It's important to thoroughly wash your fruits and vegetables and cook your meat, fish and poultry to avoid any potential health hazards. Cooking at home is not only...2023-03-2820 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#20. Food or Poison? The shocking truth about modern food and how it’s slowly killing usIn this podcast episode, Dr. Leona delves into the topic of food and what it truly means. She discusses how the Standard American Diet is poisoning our bodies with denatured, processed, and highly refined artificial foods. While these foods may look and taste like food, they lack the necessary nutrients to nourish our bodies and are making us sick. Dr. Leona provides some helpful tips for determining whether a food is truly a food or if it's poison. She will also discuss some of the synthetic chemicals commonly used in processed foods, such as food dyes and e...2023-03-2126 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#19. Building the resilience to heal: Rhonda’s storyMy guest, Rhonda Williams, shares the power of resilience in her healing journey. If what you want is not where you're standing, keep moving. – Rhonda Williams In this episode: 00:00 Intro 01:01 Sponsor message: Download your Food Shopping Guide 01:24 Introduction of Guest: Rhonda Williams 03:15 Hitting roadblocks in the healing journey 05:38 The struggle with weight loss resistance and inflammation 09:04 Where the mind needs to be to walk this road 13:30 Handing moments of discouragement 16:27 Lessons learned in the healing pro...2023-03-1432 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#18. The modern food system is making you sickOur bodies need real food to function. The purpose of food is to nourish our bodies in order to sustain growth, repair and vital processes, and to furnish energy. But now, we are in a state where we eat more harmful chemicals than we eat nutritious food and it is making us sick. Seventy percent of deaths are caused by chronic disease, and these rates will continue to grow if the primary cause is not effectively addressed, and that primary cause is our modern food system. People are fed by the food industry, which pays...2023-03-0722 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#17. Sudden heart attack at age 27: Loren’s storyLoren West experienced a sudden heart attack at the young age of 27. In today’s episode, Loren shares his powerful story of healing and recovery. "It's the scariest thing on earth and it's one of the hardest things to describe, until you go through it." Loren West In this episode: 00:00 Intro 01:02 Sponsor message: Download your Food Shopping Guide 01:25 The deadly reality of heart disease 02:07 Introduction of guest: Loren West 03:14 The day Loren’s life changed forever 07:58 Heart attack at 27 years...2023-02-281h 02

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#16. How I embraced my introversionI dealt with anxiety, depression, and fatigue for many years. But after embracing my introversion, I was able to change my health and my life around. Now, what I used to consider my biggest weakness, is now my superpower. "Being an introvert, you have to heal your mind, because that's where you live most of the time. " Dr. Leona In this episode: 00:00 Intro 00:58 Welcome 02:12 Sponsor message: Download your Food Shopping Guide 02:36 I wanted other people to like me 06...2023-02-2121 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#15. How short-term weight loss goals turned into a journey of self-discovery: Kisha’s storyOur healing journeys are unique. In today’s episode, my client and guest, Kisha Wesley, candidly shares her ups and downs in her weight loss journey and how it evolved to a journey of self-discovery. Tune in as she discusses what drove her to change, the obstacles she faced, what she learned most about herself, and the freedom she experienced in the journey. "I had to go beyond that short-term goal and make it a lifestyle change." Kisha Wesley In this episode: 00:00 Introduction of Guest: Kisha Wesley 01:40 Spon...2023-02-1434 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#14. Focus on systems not goalsLast week I discussed the fear, frustration, and overwhelm that's associated with the discouragement you face when your fitness and weight loss goals aren't met. As a result, discouragement lowers your self-esteem. It makes you feel hopeless. It overwhelms you until you are ready to give up all together. In this episode, I'm going to share solutions on how to overcome discouragement by understanding the importance of creating systems in your health and your life. "When you focus on the systems, the results will take care of themselves." Dr. Leona 2023-02-0721 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#13. How to overcome discouragement in the healing processWhenever we take on a new journey, there are going to be moments when we become discouraged. These are low moments in our lives when we feel hopeless and want to give up. We become hard on ourselves and start to sabotage our own efforts. Discouragement and those feeling that go along with it, such as fear and depression, is part of the journey. You can’t avoid it. In order to heal, you must learn to move through it to experience freedom on the other side. "Discouragement, is not permanent, and don't make it a rea...2023-01-3117 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#12. How fasting works for healing and weight lossToday we are going to talk about fasting. I want you to have a better understanding of fasting because from where I'm sitting, I have seen it done more wrong than right. I strongly believe the reason for that is because many people don't understand the true purpose of fasting, what it is, how it works, and how it can be properly applied to their life, their health, and of course their weight loss goals. "Fasting is to be used as part of a healthy lifestyle, not instead of one." Dr. Leona 2023-01-2424 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#11. How to turn your body into a fat-burning machineThe key to successful weight loss it to be able to burn fat for energy, and this happens at the hormonal level. This episode will be about the #1 hormone that contributes to weight gain, and how you can manage it for successful weight loss. "Healthy weight loss is a result of your body burning fat for energy." Dr. Leona In this episode: 00:00 Intro 01:01 Sponsor message: Download your Food Shopping Guide at http://healthyshoppinghabits.com/ 02:43 Hormones regulate your body 03:30 How the body regulates energy 2023-01-1722 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#10. Why restricting calories doesn’t work for weight lossFor the past 30 years, conventional nutritional wisdom has recommended eating less and exercising more if you want to lose weight. In theory, this makes sense – burn more calories than you eat, and the pounds will come off. I wish it was that simple, but it’s not. To believe that weight is due to calories in vs. calories out is a huge mistake. Calorie restriction IS NOT the solution for long-term, healthy weight loss and I will explain why in this episode. "Obesity is a hormonal problem, not a caloric problem." 2023-01-1017 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#9. 3 common lies you have been told about weight lossEvery January, millions of Americans have made New Year’s resolutions to lose weight, get in shape, eating less sugar, or go plant-based. This is also the time of the year the internet will be inundated with the latest weight loss fads, gimmicks, and other misleading information. Before you get sucked into the next marketing scam, please listen to this episode to learn the 3 common lies you have been told about weight loss. It will help you save a lot of wasted time, energy, and, of course, disappointment. "You don’t lose weight to g...2023-01-0323 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#8. The 3 keys to successful weight lossWe often find ourselves discouraged with the time and effort that is required to get from where we are to where we want to be, but what we do with those feelings of discouragement is what matters. In this episode, I'll be sharing the three keys to successful weight loss. They will help you stay motivated throughout your journey and realize that there is freedom in the process. Successful weight loss is the sum of the lifestyle habits you create for yourself, and this episode is for you if you find yourself setting goals repeatedly w...2022-12-2728 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#7. Thinking outside the box to find solutions to your health problemsMany people are trapped in harmful patterns and thoughts, and they don't have room to breathe. They’re suffocating and really want to find a way out. Then there's others out there that have no clue that they're in a box. They have normalized their dysfunction and are comfortable. It's hard for people to think outside of a box when they don't realize that they're in a box to begin with. There’s a reason there's a disconnect when people hear new information, get excited, but then refuse to act; Or if they do, they don't do it lo...2022-12-2028 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#6. Your body is capable of healing itselfToday, more time, money, and energy are spent on discovering how to become more comfortable in our illness, and learning how to adapt to a toxic environment instead of using natural approaches to healing. Many of you trust or rely on this approach to healing, unaware of understanding how your body is intelligent enough and capable enough of healing itself under the right conditions. This episode will be the paradigm shift you will need to push you in the right direction. “What we should be focusing on is how to support the...2022-12-1328 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#5. Your healing begins at the cellular levelWe are made up of approximately 50 trillion cells, which are the building blocks of our body. Our cells build our tissues, our tissues form our organs, and our organs create our organ systems, which work together to keep us alive! In today's episode, I want you to understand how healing begins at the cellular level. I want to open your eyes to how amazing your cells are, and how they connect to your health and well-being. “The cell is the smallest unit of life that can function on their own, create their own energy and self-replicate” Dr...2022-12-0618 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#4. Your body is your vehicleOur bodies are precious, and once we understand the complexities of it and how it operates, we’ll learn to appreciate it and be more encouraged to take care of it. It’s your body that allows you to connect with the world around you. It allows you to touch, smell, see, hear, taste, think, and do. Without your body, these experiences wouldn’t be possible. Most of us don’t understand in detail, how the body works; and what it needs to stay healthy. We may be making health choices, not realizing the condition that our bodies a...2022-11-2822 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#3. The Truth About Healing: What You Must Let Go of to Move ForwardHealing isn’t just about your body—it’s about your choices, your mindset, and your willingness to grow. In this episode, Dr. Leona Allen invites you to take a deeper look at the patterns, beliefs, and habits that may be holding you back from true transformation. Healing is a journey of self-awareness—one that asks: What are you willing to let go of? What are you willing to embrace? You’ll discover: The power of asking the right questions How your choices shape your future The truth about self-limit...2022-11-2118 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#2. Destination Health: Getting back to wholenessMany of us strive to be healthy, but do we clearly understand what being healthy means? Health can mean different things to different people. But before you can comprehend where your journey will lead you, you must first understand what health is. In your journey to healing, you want to get clear on your health destination, because if you know your destination before you start, it's so much easier to navigate how to get there. “We need to put the whole back in health.” Dr. Leona In this episode: 2022-11-1415 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona#1. Preparing for your healing journeyAll journeys require preparation. The journey to healing is no exception. Dr. Leona sets the stage for the Heal Deal Podcast as she shares what you should expect as you prepare for your healing journey. “If you know your destination before you start, it's easier to navigate how to get there.” Dr. Leona In this episode: 00:00 Intro 01:02 Welcome to the premier episode of the Heal Deal Podcast 03:20 Questions about your health 04:51 You are not alone 06:17 Dr. Leona’s healing journey 2022-11-0734 min

The Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. LeonaThe Heal Deal Podcast with Dr. Leona - TrailerNo matter what I do, I just can't feel any better. It seems like every year it gets worse and worse. I got my physical the other day. And I told the doctor, I wasn't feeling like myself. But he told me it was all in my head. I'm getting older, and I just have to live with it. I don't know what else to do. I'm trying my best to change my diet. I exercise. I'm taking my supplements every day, but I'm still not getting any better. And every time I tell my doctor, he says, "everything...2022-10-1402 min