The Wellness Blog

with Allison and Wellness

Ep. 37 | Overcoming Cancer Using God's Pharmacy with Georges Cordoba

In this episode, I got to talk with Georges Cordoba, a stage four melanoma survivor who has been cancer-free for 12 years. Georges shares his incredible journey of battling advanced melanoma with brain metastasis, undergoing multiple surgeries, and ultimately turning to holistic and natural healing methods. He discusses the profound impact of mindset, faith, nutrition, and holistic practices on his recovery, and how he now dedicates his life to helping others facing similar battles. Georges' story is one of resilience, faith, and the transformative power of positive thinking. Tune in to be inspired and learn valuable insights on health and wellness from a true survivor.

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Ep. 36 | From Survival Mode to Being a Present Parent with Alex Viera, OT

In this podcast episode, Alex Vieira, an occupational therapist specializing in helping mothers manage chronic stress and burnout joins Allison. The conversation dives into Alex's journey from pediatric occupational therapy to focusing on moms' nervous system regulation. Alex shares her holistic approach, which includes educating women about the sensory system and embedding daily practices to help them thrive as parents. The episode covers practical tips for nervous system regulation, the impact of nutrition and hydration, and the importance of slowing down to connect with oneself and with God. The discussion also touches on how trauma, sensory input, and modern-day anxieties contribute to stress, offering actionable strategies to create a sense of safety and balance in daily life.

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Ep. 35 | Home Detox: Mold, EMFs, and Your Environment with Cathy Cooke, BBEC, EMRS, BCHN, CRMI

In this episode, Allison interviews Cathy Cooke, BBEC, EMRS, BCHN, CRMI, founder and owner of Whole Home and Body Health. Cathy, a board-certified holistic nutritionist, mold inspector, and environmental consultant discusses her journey into the field after battling Lyme disease. She explains the impact of environmental factors such as mold, air quality, and electromagnetic fields (EMF) on chronic health issues and offers practical advice on reducing these exposures in the home. Kathy advocates for simple, natural solutions to improve air quality and minimize toxin exposure, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to health that includes both diet and environmental considerations.

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Ep. 34 | Finding Your Frequency and Muscle Testing with Nichole Hirsch Kuechle, PSYCH-K, MBSR-P

In this episode, I sit down with Nichole, a seasoned educator and practitioner in foundational medicine with 28 years of experience. Nichole shares her unique approach to health care, empowering providers and clients through compassionate care and the innovative practice of muscle testing. She candidly discusses her personal journey from her early aspirations of becoming a doctor to navigating her mother's illness and eventually finding her path in holistic health. Nicole explains how muscle testing works, its benefits, and her method of blending it with emotional health to address the root causes of physical ailments. She also highlights her struggle with Lyme disease and mold toxicity, and how these challenges shaped her current self-care practices, including the transformative power of her morning routine. Tune in to discover the insights and tools Nicole offers for both practitioners and moms to navigate health more effectively, including a special mention of her at-home healthcare manual.

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