Alison Burgos wasn't always into plant-based food. In fact, she didn't enjoy vegan food at all! It took a severe health condition to get her to completely re-think her lifestyle. At just forty years old, Alison was morbidly obese and confined to a wheelchair. Rheumatoid arthritis had attacked her joints to such a degree that she couldn't move without excruciating pain. The best doctors in the world prescribed steroids and drugs, but did nothing to combat the inflammation. At her wit's end, Alison decided to take matters into her own hands and, with her wife and friends' support, went on a 90-day raw cleanse. Her inflammation disappeared. What started as a personal health journey has turned into a desire to help others make conscious choices about what they eat, and see how positive and powerful those choices can be. The Seed, Food and Wine festival was born. And we're so excited to invite you to join us there. The Seed Food & Wine LA and Eat Drink Vegan events are happening THIS WEEK, May 23rd to 26th. It's more than just a festival, it's a movement driven by passionate people dedicated to raising awareness around veganism, holistic health, sustainability and animal welfare. Their mission is to elevate the conversation and get people connected to the transformational power of food. All your favorite vegan content creators will be there, as well as the country's best plant-based chefs, artists, designers, influencers and authors. Get ready for delicious vegan food (plus wine, and cocktails!), talks, presentations, cooking demos, inspiration and lots of fun live events… oh and a ton of free swag! Get your tickets right now and use the coupon code "wellness" to get $10 off any event (including the Fashion Show, Seed Summit, Grand Tasting, 5k Run and Yoga, and Eat Drink Vegan). You just pay for your ticket, everything else is free! Join us!! Being hailed as "Sex and the City for Food," The Food Heals Podcast brings together experts in the field of nutrition, health and healing to teach you the best-kept natural secrets to being a hotter, healthier, happier YOU! The Food Heals Podcast is hosted by Allison Melody and Suzy Hardy – two self-proclaimed natural chicks who will rock your world and change your beliefs about health! This sexy, savvy duo provides eco-friendly advice on a variety of issues including the healing power of nutrition, living authentically, turning your passion into your career, choosing the best natural health and beauty products, the benefits of a plant-based diet and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices