#79 Cellular Inflammation and Its Connection to Metabolic Disease
Tue Feb 03 2026
Fatigue? Brain fog? cravings? 'Slow' metabolism?
In this episode of The Heal Deal Podcast, Dr. Leona Allen explains cellular inflammation—what it is, how it impacts metabolic health, and the practical steps that support your cells so you can feel clear, steady, and strong again.
🎧 LISTEN NOW to discover:
✅ What cellular inflammation is—and how it can disrupt metabolism
✅ Why “fast vs. slow metabolism” is the wrong framework
✅ Why thin doesn’t always mean metabolically healthy (TOFI explained)
✅ What mitochondria, cell membranes, and DNA signaling have to do with symptoms
✅ Why you can feel bad even when labs look “fine”
✅ The most common signs your cells are under stress (fatigue, cravings, BP, brain fog)
✅ What standard testing often misses—and what additional markers can clarify
✅ The foundations that support cellular health: real food, meal timing, fiber, sleep, stress, movement
✅ A simple 90-day plan to start without overwhelm
🔗 Resources & Next Steps:
▶️ Take the Metabolic Reset Quiz:
TheMetabolicResetQuiz.com
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THE HEAL DEAL
I'm making a deal with you to help you remove the physical, chemical, and emotional barriers holding you back from healing. All I need from you is to feel, deal, and heal. Those are the terms—that is The Heal Deal.
If you enjoyed today’s episode, seal the deal to heal by leaving a review and sharing this episode with someone who needs it.
Thank you for listening! Until next time, go out there and achieve more freedom in your health and your life. Take care.
—
Dr. Leona Allen
Host, The Heal Deal Podcast
Founder, Freedom Health Systems
Author: A Journey to Healing | Freedom in Chains | Shop & Savor
🛑 Disclaimer
This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, exercise, or health regimen—especially if you are taking medication or managing a chronic condition
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Fatigue? Brain fog? cravings? 'Slow' metabolism? In this episode of The Heal Deal Podcast, Dr. Leona Allen explains cellular inflammation—what it is, how it impacts metabolic health, and the practical steps that support your cells so you can feel clear, steady, and strong again. 🎧 LISTEN NOW to discover: ✅ What cellular inflammation is—and how it can disrupt metabolism ✅ Why “fast vs. slow metabolism” is the wrong framework ✅ Why thin doesn’t always mean metabolically healthy (TOFI explained) ✅ What mitochondria, cell membranes, and DNA signaling have to do with symptoms ✅ Why you can feel bad even when labs look “fine” ✅ The most common signs your cells are under stress (fatigue, cravings, BP, brain fog) ✅ What standard testing often misses—and what additional markers can clarify ✅ The foundations that support cellular health: real food, meal timing, fiber, sleep, stress, movement ✅ A simple 90-day plan to start without overwhelm 🔗 Resources & Next Steps: ▶️ Take the Metabolic Reset Quiz: TheMetabolicResetQuiz.com 💬 Let’s Connect: 📸 Instagram | 📘 Facebook | 🎥 YouTube | 💼 LinkedIn | 🐦 X | 🌐 Website THE HEAL DEAL I'm making a deal with you to help you remove the physical, chemical, and emotional barriers holding you back from healing. All I need from you is to feel, deal, and heal. Those are the terms—that is The Heal Deal. If you enjoyed today’s episode, seal the deal to heal by leaving a review and sharing this episode with someone who needs it. Thank you for listening! Until next time, go out there and achieve more freedom in your health and your life. Take care. — Dr. Leona Allen Host, The Heal Deal Podcast Founder, Freedom Health Systems Author: A Journey to Healing | Freedom in Chains | Shop & Savor 🛑 Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, exercise, or health regimen—especially if you are taking medication or managing a chronic condition