If you’ve spent any time in the health-focused spaces of Los Angeles, you’ve likely heard of Elissa Goodman. From Cafe Gratitude to Erewhon, in addition to her signature cleanses, she delivers nourishment all over the city. We sat down to talk about the health challenges she’s overcome, including cancer and Hashimoto’s, and how she supports her clients today through plant-focused nutrition and mindful living.In this episode you’ll learn: * The truth about most green juice* How to break sugar cravings* The role of self love in cancer treatment* Why women have more illness than men* How to optimize your digestionElissa was diagnosed with cancer in her early 30’s and took the alternative route to heal herself. After having her two girls, she was then diagnosed with Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s, which she was able to put into remission too. Her husband was diagnosed with cancer at 43 and lost his battle a year and a half later. Elissa decided it was time to take her health more seriously and became an Integrative Holistic Nutritionist. Fast forward several years, and she has helped thousands of clients manage their health issues. Elissa has created several successful cleanses with Cafe Gratitude and M cafe, including her own delivered EG Kitchen Cleanse in Los Angeles and her digital 7-Day RESET cleanse. Her Super Seed Bars from the Cleanse are sold online nationwide. Elissa published a best-selling book called Cancer Hacks, and she is currently working on her second book about pronging and how to physically, emotionally, and spiritually cleanse to live a vibrant and thriving life. Her mission is to educate and encourage healthy, mindful living and helping others embrace the concept that we are products of what we eat and how we treat ourselves!This episode is brought to you by Beeya:* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeya’s seed cycling bundle.* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10.Follow Yasmin:* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/* Stay updated & subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.behindherempire.com/Follow Elissa: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elissagoodman/* Website: https://elissagoodman.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.