Melissa De La Cruz - Educator & Nutritional Therapy Practitioner
Purposeful Whole Health - Increase Energy, Stress Management, Natural Remedies, Non-Toxic Living, Christian Living
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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May 18, 2026
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Episodes
35. Are You Running Into Stumbling Blocks? Me Too! Let's Chat About It 02.04.2024 18:59
Wondering where I've been lately? In today's episode, I share a little bit about why it's been a couple of weeks since the last episode. I want you to know you are not alone if you are feeling like you just keep running into stumbling blocks or mental blocks. What can we do when we are struggling in our thoughts and feeling overwhelmed? Run to the Lord! Let's lean into that calling to be more...
34. The Power Of Short Walks 19.03.2024 25:38
We underestimate the power of something as simple as a short walk. Did you know that we NEED to incorporate regular movement to support our overall health: our drainage pathways, gut health, mental health and more! But how do we do this in with such a busy schedule? If this is an area you struggle with, you're in good company! Listen in for tips and benefits to help you start implementing sho...
33. The Two Most Common Obstacles Stopping You From Making Progress 14.03.2024 9:15
Hot Topic Alert! We're going to talk about two of the most common reasons why so many are not making the progress in their health they desire. How can we overcome this? That's what we are talking about today. - Would you love to see a program or service that meets you where you are, that you can actually fit in your busy schedule, your budget and help you make real progress? Complete this surve...
32. Could This Be What Is Actually Keeping You From Feeling Better? 12.03.2024 21:50
Would you love to see a program or service that meets you where you are, that you can actually fit in your busy schedule, your budget and help you make real progress? Complete this survey for us to help us know exactly where your needs are. As a thank you for your time, you currently have an opportunity to get a FREE 15-20 consultation too!! - Spring Gut Health Reset! With Spring and Summer jus...
31. Understanding Priorities & The Effects On Our Health 29.02.2024 21:13
Understanding and setting priorities so that your health actually improves. This is a struggle for so many, with all the things life throws us. We easily find ourselves too busy for even the most important things in life, sadly health is often one of those. I see too many potential clients who realize they just aren't ready to get the help they need while also thinking they are ready. It's sad...
30. 8 Tips For Waking Up Refreshed 27.02.2024 25:41
The most exciting thing is when a client experiences an incredible amount of improvement by just implementing foundational steps. Completely unaware through NO fault of their own, but such relief when they discovered it wasn't something super complicated going on. This is not everyone's story, BUT for many it is that simple, they just need the right guidance to show them the steps. Sleep quali...
29. Weekend Habits: 10 Tips for Recharging for the Week Ahead 22.02.2024 30:50
You're going to want to get your notebook ready for this one! What are your weekends being used for? Recharging, relaxing, or catching up on all the things. It's so easy to add more stress and overwhelm to our body, impacting our digestive system without realizing it. So let's take some steps to help us establish healthier weekend routines that support our mental and physical health as we approa...
28. Living Healthy: Where To Start And How To Sustain It 20.02.2024 25:56
Have you or someone you know been under the false impression that a healthier lifestyle means you just eat salads? I hear that as a response all the time. This is what's wrong with our world today in regards to what a diet is supposed to look like and what making healthier choices overall looks like. Do you feel overwhelmed wondering where to even begin? How will I sustain it? What healthier ha...
27. When Desperation Is Motivation For Change 15.02.2024 12:32
As I was reading a devotional today, the topic seem to fall in perfect timing. That's just like the Lord. Perfect timing to tie into our last episode. Wherever you are at in your health journey, I challenge you to take some quiet time with the Lord to determine when you need to take the next step and with whom He is placing in your path to help. So often the Lord bring in a person as your answe...
26. Partnering With The Holy Spirit: Encouragement From Kori Messer 13.02.2024 14:26
An exciting treat for you in this episode! My friend Kori Messer from "Treasured Momma" is bringing us some encouragement as we navigate our health challenges. Reminding us that our best partnership and advocate is with the Holy Spirit. Take a break from what you're doing and listen in to Kori's message for us. I pray you are as blessed as I am to hear what she has to share. Be sure to check...
25. Who Should You Be Listening To? 08.02.2024 14:14
With all the influencers, practitioners, coaches, and overload of information, it can be easy to get overwhelmed. We live in an information overload time with the internet. It is both a blessing and a source of anxiety when navigating your health. There are many great practitioners and coaches out there, along with those just sharing their own personal journey and what has been helpful for them...
24. Are You Feeling TIRED? 06.02.2024 9:02
Do you have days where you just feel TIRED? You aren't yourself, you aren't motivated, you just don't have any energy? This is a struggle I've faced as well. I once was struggling each day in survival mode and have improved significantly to the point these flare-ups are not nearly as consistent or as often as they were. You can get there too! First, let's take a moment to just rest and be encou...
23. Could This Be Your Missing Piece Of The Puzzle? 01.02.2024 23:55
Maybe you know all the foundational things you should be doing, BUT are you actually implementing consistently? This could be the missing piece, the game changer in your health journey. Feeling lost about where to even begin, or what to do next? Today we are talking about that possible missing piece of the puzzle that has had you wrapped up and overwhelmed with no knowing what to do next. Heali...
22. What Are You Going To Do Right Now? 30.01.2024 23:22
Waiting around isn't going to get you very far. It's time to take action if you are serious about wanting to get out of just surviving. There is hope that you can get better and feel better, but that isn't going to happen if you aren't willing to take action. It doesn't have to be complicated either. Let's dive into supporting your foundational health NOW and celebrate your WINS together. -If...
21. There Is No Better Time 25.01.2024 24:16
It's human nature for us to always have the "waiting for the perfect time" excuse. The truth is, the longer we wait to start making real changes, the worse our challenges get. We cannot improve our digestion and the endless list of symptoms that comes with that, if we aren't willing to implement real change now. We're diving into Nourish to Thrive. What is it? How is this program going to help y...
20. Where Is Your Faith Right Now? 23.01.2024 14:58
It's so easy to get lost in the unknowns, the ever-growing symptoms, this protocol, or that, etc. Let's take a time out and redirect our focus on what truly matters. Today you can take more productive steps and refocus on where we need to truly place our faith. Our prayer is that you prioritize what matters, seek the Lord, rest in Him, and have hope that things can get better. - Grab your favorit...
19. How To Start Reading Those Labels 18.01.2024 21:13
Reading Ingredient labels and having clarity on what to look for can be overwhelming. Many would rather not do it, because of how confusing. Being complacent, assuming big companies are not able to put unsafe products on the market is a lie they've been successful in getting you to believe. If you truly want to progress in improving your gut health, you need to make reading ingredient lists and c...
18. Misconceptions of Overweight & Underweight 16.01.2024 19:21
There are some EXTREME misconceptions of those who are overweight and underweight. While there are those with a VERY unhealthy relationship with food that requires intervention, there are MANY who are trying to implement healthy habits and still struggling on one end of the spectrum or the other. But WHY? It always comes down to the foundations which in Nutritional Therapy we focus on digestion,...
17. Why Are You Struggling to Make Progress in Your Goals? 11.01.2024 18:30
Let's continue this goal-setting theme by exploring why you are struggling to make real progress in your health goals. Learn what can actually work and what rarely does. Do you do well with challenges? Well we'll talk about that too. - Grab your favorite drink, a healthy snack, and maybe even a notebook. - Mentioned in this episode: Survey - please take a few minutes to help us out by completing...
16. Setting Realistic Goals and Cutting Out The Distractions 09.01.2024 24:39
Happy New Year! We're back! In this episode we're sharing the latest news, and what we have eliminated. You're going to want to listen into this one to know how to best stay connected and up to date. New Year, New Goals! What are your goals? Come share in the Facebook Community. (linked below) - Grab your favorite drink, healthy snack and maybe even a notebook. - Mentioned in this episode: Surve...
15. Tips For Supporting Your Immune System When You Need It Most 21.12.2023 19:08
It's that time of the year! You know when it seems like everyone is getting sick, things are going around. What can you do to support your immune system during these times? Well it's not a one-size-fits-all all approach, but there are many options depending on your body and needs. Listen in to learn more, and let us know what you do to support yourself that seems to work well for you. - Gra...
14. Goal Setting To Improve Gut Health, Part 4 19.12.2023 21:24
Foundations are key to improving our gut health. So often we don't realize the seemingly simple steps could be exactly what our body needs to experience real relief. Something else so many don't realize is connected to our gut health is movement and sleep. In this episode we are diving into those two a bit and how to implement into your goals simply. Join us in our Goal Setting To Improve Gut He...
13. Goal Setting To Improve Gut Health, Part 3 14.12.2023 24:43
Foundations are key to improving our gut health. So often we don't realize the seemingly simple steps could be exactly what our body needs to experience real relief. Something so many don't realize is connected to our gut health is the toxin load on our bodies. In this episode we are diving into toxins and how to implement this step in your goals simply. Join us in our Goal Setting To Improve G...
12. Goal Setting To Improve Gut Health, Part 2 12.12.2023 17:46
Foundations are key to improving our gut health. So often we don't realize the seemingly simple steps could be exactly what our body needs to experience real relief. Join us in our Goal Setting To Improve Gut Health series as we talk about strategies for implementing foundational healthy habits to support gut health that aren't overwhelming. How successful we are in reaching our goals is often re...
11. Goal Setting To Improve Gut Health, Part 1 07.12.2023 18:24
Let's take a moment to recognize or biggest health challenges and start taking step by step action that is actually attainable. Stop setting unrealistic goals that leave you feeling defeated and as if nothing works. There is a better way, and it all begins with the approach you take. Improving our gut health starts at the foundations, not supplements and perfect protocols. So let's start with...
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