In this episode of The Heal Deal Podcast, Dr. Leona Allen uncovers the hidden dangers of sugar, particularly during the holiday season from Halloween to New Year's Day. She breaks down how excessive sugar intake can lead to serious health issues like cardiovascular disease, weight gain, diabetes, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Dr. Leona also reveals the sneaky ways sugar hides in everyday foods and shares practical strategies for helping both adults and children maintain healthy habits. With a focus on avoiding holiday overindulgence, she offers actionable tips on meal planning, mindful eating, and more to kickstart your health journey—before the new year.
Tune in for essential advice to stay on track and support your long-term health goals.
In this episode: 00:00 Intro 01:01 The Holiday Season and Sugar Overindulgence 04:45 The Hidden Dangers of Sugar 05:34 Impact of Sugar on Health 09:33 Sugar and Children's Health 12:21 Building Healthy Habits 12:47 Building Healthy Habits Now 13:33 Handling Holiday Temptations 14:10 Planning Ahead for Success 15:46 Staying on Track During the Holidays 17:05 Mindful Eating and Healthier Choices 18:56 Commit to Your Health Journey 21:55 Resources and Support for Your Journey Order Your Copy of Shop & Savor
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Dr. Leona
Founder, Freedom Health Systems
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