Melissa De La Cruz - Educator & Nutritional Therapy Practitioner

Purposeful Whole Health - Increase Energy, Stress Management, Natural Remedies, Non-Toxic Living, Christian Living

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Welcome to Purposeful Whole Health, a space for women who desire to live with intention, care for their bodies with wisdom, and walk confidently in the calling God has for them. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, unsure where to start, or simply longing for simpler, faith-aligned rhythms, you’re not alone, and you’re in the right place. Here, we follow a gentle, life-giving framework:Learn with clarity: cutting through confusion around health, lifestyle, toxins, nutrition, and God’s design for our bodies. Grow in intentional habits: small, practical choices that suppor...

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Melissa De La Cruz - Educator & Nutritional Therapy Practitioner

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Health

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May 18, 2026

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60. Dreaming Of Feeling Like A New Person? How Following Fad Diets Aren't Helping You And What You Need To Do Instead 09.10.2024

Full transparency...........I'm struggling with my own fatigue this week and want you to know you are NOT alone. Whether you are deep in the chronic fatigue season or experiencing flare-ups, know that it's not just you. However, what we often can find ourselves doing is looking for the "perfect" diet that's going to solve the problem, which then sucks you into fad programs that just don't last.  ...

59. The Two Most Common Excuses For Not Taking That Next Step In Your Health 02.10.2024

It's time to break through those mindset blocks that are keeping you stuck!  There is no perfect time to get started.  The perfect time is really when you decide to say 'YES" and take that big step forward.   There are two excuses I hear all the time and while very valid for many, it's often a mindset and priorities issues as I've discovered more than anything.   So, are one or both of these why y...

58. How You Can Start Taking Small Steps Towards a More Toxin-Free Life! 25.09.2024

Today is a special episode from a LIVE I recently did in a group I was invited to, where our topic was all about non-toxic living.  Helping you and your family reduce your exposure to toxins is one of my favorite things as toxins directly connect with every aspect of our health, impacting our energy, gut health, hormone health, moods, and more!   I hope you enjoy this discussion and if you'd like...

57. What Does A Toxin Free Lifestyle Mean? Let's Eliminate the Overwhelm and Make Progress! 18.09.2024

When we are new to the whole concept of non-toxic living and toxin-free lifestyle, it can seem really overwhelming.  So often people give up because they think it's going to be too hard and impossible.  There is also the fact that most people don't have time to research for themselves on this subject and that's okay!  This is why you have people like me doing all that, so we can help you make prog...

56. What Do The Ingredients In Anything, Have To Do With Fatigue? 11.09.2024

Have you wondered if there is more to just cleaning up your diet and improving your hydration that could help you improve your energy? Well guess what?! There is so much more!   Cleaning up our diet and becoming an avid ingredient list reader is the first step towards improving your fatigue and chronic symptoms.  However, it's not the only thing.  Today we're diving into another step that we need...

55. Trying Everything To Improve Your Energy and Feeling Defeated? Maybe This Is Your Missing Piece 04.09.2024

It can seem like a battlefield navigating the root causes of our chronic fatigue as we go down the internet searches only to discover it can be anything. The remedies aren't working, you're trying everything and still nothing is working. We need to look at the body as a whole including body, mind, and spirit.  Within each of those are layers.  If we've been addressing all the physical aspects, cou...

54. Two Most Common Reasons We Don't Invest In Our Health and How To Change That 27.08.2024

There are two very common reasons that stop us from making progress in our health and they do not need to be the reasons.   We have been led to believe that living healthier and feeling better is going to be way more complicated and unattainable.  Well I want to shed light on the truth and encourage you to re-evaluate, so you can start thriving!   Grab your filtered water and turn off those notifi...

53. Not Investing In Your Health Because of this? Common Misconceptions Addressed 21.08.2024

When switching to a healthier lifestyle, do you think you can only eat salads? Can you still eat _________? There are some common misconceptions about living a healthier lifestyle that often stop us from taking that next step. Today I'm addressing a big one after asking a question on my social media and seeing one of the answers that is not uncommon for me to hear. It's time to set you free, and e...

52. If You're Sick Of Feeling Tired All The Time, It's Time To Make Some Changes So You Can Have More Energy 14.08.2024

Have you noticed that “getting older” is the reason being applied to almost everything including the feeling of fatigue and being tired all the time. It’s not always true though and so many things, including fatigue can be improved. They are not just because you are getting older.  Chronic fatigue can be a sign that something deeper is going on and your body is doing it’s best to keep up, but need...

51. Instead of Following What the Ads Say is "All Natural", Try My Simple Tips To Help You Choose Wisely Without The Overwhelm. 07.08.2024

As someone who has been incredibly passionate about natural health and a non toxic lifestyle, I have to tell you something today…… I have not always thought this way. If you’ve been listening to the podcast for awhile you know a bit about my story and how the Lord really started opening my eyes to the truth as I navigated my own health issues.  I’ll link some earlier episodes where I share my stor...

50. What To Do When Life Drains Your Energy? Encouragement for Those Flare Up Days 31.07.2024

Do you find yourself getting extremely fatigued and feeling just drained when you have more than usual happening in your life? You’re not the only one and it’s okay!  Give yourself permission to have some down time. I’ve come to realize when I get completely wiped out like I’ve been lately, I think it’s the Lord making me take a break.   So what can you do when life just really drains your energy?...

49. Ready For More Energy? How Supporting Your Gut Health Can Help You Get There, Faster 03.07.2024

Are you ready for more energy, but struggling to figure out what’s really causing it? In today’s episode, we are going to dive into the topic of gut health and how supporting your gut health can increase your energy faster.  I know how hard it is to figure out what’s really going on and feel like you need to try every “solution” on the market thinking that’s going to be what finally makes a differ...

48. Chronic Stress? 3 Tips To Improve It, Giving You More Balance In Your Life 26.06.2024

Feeling overwhelmed by stress? You are not alone! In today’s episode, we are going to dive into practical strategies to help you get more balance in your life. I know how hard it is when it comes to implementing effective stress management in a way that fits your needs when you feel like you just have to keep pushing yourself no matter what. That's why I've put together these 3 simple tips you can...

47. Struggling With Fatigue? 4 Tips To Improve It, Giving You More Energy In Your Day 19.06.2024

Struggling With Fatigue? 4 Tips To Improve It, Giving You More Energy In Your Day I know you're struggling my friend and I don't want you stuck in that exhaustion.  Today I'm sharing 4 tips to help you improve your energy so you can achieve what you need to in your day. I know that if you implement all 4 of these on a regular basis, you're going to notice a difference in some way.  What happens if...

46. Resting In His Word When You're Tired 12.06.2024

Being tired can be a result of many things. One can be the season, the time of year.  Other reasons go much deeper.  No matter where you fall, take a moment to listen in and be encouraged. Rest in His presence.   I hope you are blessed by this short dose of encouragement this week. Know someone else who would benefit? Share this episode with them.   Grab a seat or just lay down, taking a few minut...

45. Why Is Hydration So Important? 05.06.2024

Struggling with fatigue or digestive issues?  Have you taken a look at your water intake? It's getting hot outside, which makes it even more important to make sure we are well-hydrated! That's why this month we are doing a water drinking challenge.  Want to join us?  Come over to our FREE Community, BUT FIRST......listen in as we dive into some key benefits of hydration on the body. Your fatigue a...

44. Top 4 Tips For Addressing Fatigue First Before Trying Anything Else 29.05.2024

Struggling with fatigue, and not having enough energy to get through your day?   You are not alone friend!  This is a common struggle for so many women and for a variety of reasons.  Everything from just having to much going on to underlying health issues.   Before you go, or continue, searching for the latest and greatest "solution" to give you the energy boost you need, let's see if you are impl...

43. Endless List of Symptoms, Unresolved Health Issues? 22.05.2024

Not our usual type of episode, but listen in to hear how you can help us better serve you AND something really exciting you don't want to miss out on!   Willing to spare about 15 minutes of your time, as discussed in this episode?  Email info@madetobethriving.com  OR Connect with us over in the Facebook Community - Faith, Gut Health and Non Toxic Living   Be sure to snag a freebie below to get on...

42. The Woman Made Well By Her Belief 15.05.2024

God's word provides us with so many stories of healing.  This particular story is brief but powerful.  I pray this episode as you take a look at Matthew 9:20-22, blesses and encourages you. - Whether you've been struggling for weeks, months, years......there is hope.  So often there are things we need to work on with the Father before healing comes, and maybe that's your story or maybe you've just...

41. Part 5: Simple Foundational Healthy Habits To Implement - Stress Response 08.05.2024

When we are deep in our health challenges we are often trying so hard to find that diagnosis or the right protocol.  What if, the missing link is that you aren't implementing key foundations to support overall health and wellness?     We aren't taught most of these foundations but instead have highly processed food and drinks in our faces all the time.  We assume everything out there is food when...

40. Part 4: Simple Foundational Healthy Habits To Implement - Nighttime Routines 01.05.2024

When we are deep in our health challenges we are often trying so hard to find that diagnosis or the right protocol.  What if, the missing link is that you aren't implementing key foundations to support overall health and wellness?     We aren't taught most of these foundations but instead have highly processed food and drinks in our faces all the time.  We assume everything out there is food when...

39. Part 3: Simple Foundational Healthy Habits To Implement - Movement 24.04.2024

When we are deep in our health challenges we are often trying so hard to find that diagnosis or the right protocol.  What if, the missing link is that you aren't implementing key foundations to support overall health and wellness?     We aren't taught most of these foundations but instead have highly processed food and drinks in our faces all the time.  We assume everything out there is food when...

38. Part 2: Simple Foundational Healthy Habits For You To Implement - Nutrients 17.04.2024

When we are deep in our health challenges we are often trying so hard to find that diagnosis or the right protocol.  What if, the missing link is that you aren't implementing key foundations to support overall health and wellness?     We aren't taught most of these foundations but instead have highly processed food and drinks in our faces all the time.  We assume everything out there is food when...

37. Part 1: Simple Foundational Healthy Habits For You To Implement - Hydration 10.04.2024

When we are deep in our health challenges we are often trying so hard to find that diagnosis or the right protocol.  What if, the missing link is that you aren't implementing key foundations to support overall health and wellness?     We aren't taught most of these foundations but instead have highly processed food and drinks in our faces all the time.  We assume everything out there is food when...

36. 3 Healthy Habits That May Be Causing More Stress 04.04.2024

This will either be hard for you to take in or a huge sigh of relief! We're talking about 3 Healthy Habits that may be causing your body more stress.  Yep, that's right! There are some, so-called healthy strategies that are not beneficial all the time.  In fact, they may very well be the things holding you back from making the progress you so desperately desire.   I've been there, I focused on the...

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