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The Accrescent: Bioenergetic Healing
Hosted by Leigh Ann Lindsey · EN
ac·cres·cent | Definition of accrescent: growing continuously; continual growth
Inspiring and enabling physical, emotional, and spiritual growth through expert interviews, client case studies, and solo episodes with Host and Founder Leigh Ann.
Current Show Schedule: New Episodes on Mondays.
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250. Nadine Artemis (Living Libations) - The Ancient Beauty Wisdom We Forgot
1w ago01:10:27Tap to summarizeLeigh Ann welcomes Nadine Artemis, founder of Living Libations, for a conversation on ancestral beauty, essential oils, oil cleansing, oral care, and what modern skincare may be getting wrong. Nadine shares how her childhood in nature, early fascination with perfume, and discovery of essential oils eventually led her to open one of North America’s first full-concept aromatherapy stores and create Living Libations. She explains why she looks to ancient beauty practices and pre-synthetic traditions to understand what the skin, mouth, and body actually need to stay in harmony. Leigh Ann and Nadine discuss the skin microbiome, oil cleansing, synthetic ingredients, hyaluronic acid, retinol, vitamin C, essential oils, deodorant, oral care, and the ways modern products can sometimes create dependency loops rather than true repair. Nadine also shares practical starting points for simplifying skincare, including using high-quality oils to cleanse, swapping out toxic toothpaste, and choosing products that support rather than disrupt the body’s innate intelligence.Product Discount Codes + LinksHoolest: Website (Discount Code: THEACCRESCENT10)Froya Hair Care: Website (Link gives 10% off)Herbal Face Food: Website (Discount Code: LAL30)Episode LinksLiving Libations (Use Link for 10% off!)Guest InfoNadine Artemis - FacebookNadine Artemis - InstagramWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →249. Dr. Melanie Icard - The Root Causes We’re Missing in Heart Disease
2w ago01:08:30Tap to summarizeLeigh Ann welcomes Dr. Melanie Icard for a conversation on heart health, heart disease, metabolism, stress, and what conventional cardiac care often misses. Dr. Icard shares how losing her mother to breast cancer at a young age, becoming a mother herself, and later reversing her own pre-diabetes led her into naturopathic medicine and metabolic healing. She explains why cholesterol alone does not tell the full story of cardiovascular risk and why plaque, inflammation, insulin resistance, chronic stress, and lifestyle patterns all need to be addressed together. Leigh Ann and Dr. Icard discuss testing tools like comprehensive labs, continuous glucose monitors, Cleerly imaging, and carotid artery screening, along with practical interventions like intermittent fasting, circadian eating, movement after meals, herbal detoxing, gut support, and reducing seed oils. Dr. Icard also emphasizes that many heart patients are high-functioning doers who hold everything together, rarely ask for support, and may be living in chronic survival mode even if they appear healthy on the outside. Product Discount Codes + LinksHoolest: Website (Discount Code: THEACCRESCENT10)Froya Hair Care: Website (Link gives 10% off)Herbal Face Food: Website (Discount Code: LAL30)Guest InfoDr. Melanie Icard - Website (reference this episode for a free discovery call with Dr. Mel!)Dr. Melanie Icard - InstagramRelated EpisodesPodcast Ep. 224: Katie Hardie - Holistic Nutrition, Your Body’s Innate Wisdom, Weight Loss Resistance, and MorePodcast Ep. 172: Dr. Shivani Gupta - Ancient Wisdom for Modern WellnessWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →248. Dr. Bruce Lipton - Beyond Darwin: How Belief Shapes Biology
3w ago01:19:15Tap to summarizeLeigh Ann welcomes Bruce Lipton to discuss his new book Beyond Darwin and how outdated beliefs about evolution, genetics, competition, and survival may be shaping both our world and our health. Bruce explains why he believes Darwinian ideas like genetic determinism and “survival of the fittest” have contributed to a culture of victimhood, competition, environmental destruction, and disempowerment. He contrasts this with the framework of epigenetics, emphasizing that consciousness, perception, and belief can influence the internal environment of the body and the way genes are expressed. Leigh Ann connects Bruce’s work to cancer and chronic illness, especially the shift from seeing the body as broken or at war with itself to asking what the body is trying to communicate and what environment it needs to heal. Bruce also shares his personal experience with tongue cancer, describing how he interpreted it as a message connected to expression, purpose, and finally writing the book he had delayed for years.Product Discount Codes + LinksHoolest: Website (Discount Code: THEACCRESCENT10)Froya Hair Care: Website (Link gives 10% off)Herbal Face Food: Website (Discount Code: LAL30)Episode LinksBeyond Darwin - BookGuest InfoDr. Bruce Lipton - WebsiteDr. Bruce Lipton - Twitter/XRelated EpisodesPodcast Ep. 176: Leigh Ann Lindsey - How I Work with Cancer Patients to Address Emotional Root Causes to DiseasePodcast Ep. 213: Leigh Ann Lindsey - Potential Emotional Contributors to Breast CancerWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →247. Dr. Aimie Apigian - The Biological Differences Between Stress and Trauma
Jun 2201:02:54Tap to summarizeLeigh Ann welcomes Dr. Aimie Apigian, physician and author of The Biology of Trauma, for a conversation on how trauma impacts the body at a biological and cellular level. Dr. Apigian shares how her own experience with chronic fatigue syndrome and autoimmunity led her to understand that trauma healing requires more than mindset work or traditional therapy alone. She explains the difference between a stress response and a trauma response, emphasizing that trauma occurs when the body perceives that it cannot overcome a threat, whether for psychological, emotional, or biological reasons. Leigh Ann and Dr. Apigian explore how unresolved trauma can contribute to chronic illness, autoimmunity, cancer, fatigue, nervous system dysregulation, and patterns of collapse or shutdown. The conversation also highlights why many people flare during trauma work, why stabilization must come before deeper processing, and why creating a felt sense of “safe enough” in the body is often the first step.Product Discount Codes + LinksHoolest: Website (Discount Code: THEACCRESCENT10)Froya Hair Care: Website (Link gives 10% off)Herbal Face Food: Website (Discount Code: LAL30)Episode LinksBook: The Biology Of TraumaFree Five Day Nervous System ResetGuest InfoDr. Aimie Apigian - WebsiteDr. Aimie Apigian - InstagramRelated EpisodesPodcast Ep. 193: Britt Piper - Body-First HealingPodcast Ep. 138: Leigh Ann Lindsey - 2 Signs You Should Be Doing Subconscious Work, Soothing vs. Solving WorkWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →246. Dr. Annie Brook (Replay) - Birth Trauma’s Invisible Scars
Jun 1501:00:38Tap to summarizeIn this replay episode, guest Dr. Annie Brook, shares her personal journey of healing from early trauma and how it eventually led her to a career in somatic psychology and therapy. She recounts a series of life-changing events, including a near-death experience, moving to Berkeley to study meditation and somatic practices, and her eventual deep dive into birth trauma research. Through a blend of personal anecdotes, professional experiences, and scientific insights, she highlights the profound impact of early trauma on the mind and body, the importance of healing from such experiences, and the tools and methodologies that can facilitate this healing process. The episode also touches on themes such as the body's emotional memory, the significance of early life experiences, and the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit in achieving holistic health.Product Discount Codes + LinksHoolest: Website (Discount Code: THEACCRESCENT10)Froya Hair Care: Website (Link gives 10% off)Herbal Face Food: Website (Discount Code: LAL30)Interview LinksBook: Magical ChildBook: Molecules of EmotionBook: Births Hidden LegacyGuest InfoDr. Annie Brook: WebsiteDr. Annie Brook: InstagramRelated EpisodesPodcast Ep. 193: Britt Piper - Body-First HealingPodcast Ep. 139: Dr. Galit Atlas - A Look At Dissociation, Repressed Memories and the Journey of Trauma HealingWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →245. Dr. Scott Sherr (Troscriptions) - The Science of Calm and What To Do When You’re Too Depleted to Self-Regulate
Jun 800:58:10Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Leigh Ann welcomes Dr. Scott Sherr, co-founder of Troscriptions, for a conversation on GABA, anxiety, stress, sleep, and fast-acting nervous system support. Dr. Sherr shares how his background in internal medicine, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and health optimization medicine led him to help create products designed to support people while they are on a longer healing journey. He explains why many people may be struggling with GABA deficiency, how chronic stress can deplete the body’s calming pathways, and why anxiety, insomnia, racing thoughts, and low energy are often interconnected. Leigh Ann and Dr. Sherr discuss the unique buccal troche delivery method, how it differs from capsules and sublingual supplements, and why it can allow for faster absorption and more flexible dosing. The conversation also explores TroCalm, Trozy, alcohol’s impact on the GABA-glutamate balance, sleep architecture, and why calming the nervous system does not have to mean feeling sedated.Product Discount Codes + LinksHoolest: Website (Discount Code: THEACCRESCENT10)Froya Hair Care: Website (Link gives 10% off)Herbal Face Food: Website (Discount Code: LAL30)Episode LinksTroscriptions - Website (Discount Code: LEIGHANN)Guest InfoDr. Scott Sherr - WebsiteRelated EpisodesPodcast Ep. 203: Anna Finck - Reconnecting to Our Bodies, Reclaiming Our Health, and Remembering Our PowerPodcast Ep. 150: Michael Byrne - The Bia Smart Sleep MaskWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →244. Diana Salcido - Dismissed to Diagnosed: Stage 3C Colon Cancer, A Journey of Integrative Healing
Jun 102:03:40Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Leigh Ann welcomes Diana Salcido to share her deeply personal story of being diagnosed with stage 3C colon cancer after nearly a year of symptoms, medical dismissal, panic, abdominal pain, and an inner knowing that something was wrong. Diana walks listeners through the frightening path to diagnosis, including ER visits, being told she was simply anxious or constipated, an eventual bowel obstruction, emergency surgery, and the discovery that the cancer had spread to four lymph nodes. She also shares the complications that followed, including a leak, a second emergency surgery, an ileostomy, severe weight loss, pleural effusion, abscesses, additional surgery, and the loneliness of healing from injuries and trauma that others could not always see. Diana and Leigh Ann discuss the emotional toll of cancer, the difficulty of making treatment decisions amid conflicting medical opinions, and Diana’s choice to pursue an integrative path guided by body intuition, discernment, and personalized support. The conversation explores the physical, emotional, and spiritual layers of healing, including trauma work, faith, rest, sunlight, diet changes, supplements, acupuncture, frequency therapies, and learning when to pivot based on what the body is communicating.Product Discount Codes + LinksHoolest: Website (Discount Code: THEACCRESCENT10)Froya Hair Care: Website (Link gives 10% off)Herbal Face Food: Website (Discount Code: LAL30)The Fullest: Website (discount code: LEIGH15)Episode LinksDiana’s GoFundMeRelated EpisodesEp. 228: Dr. Lori Bouchard - The Missing Pieces in Cancer Care, Metabolism, Trauma, and Whole-Person HealingEp. 176: Leigh Ann Lindsey - How I Work with Cancer Patients to Address Emotional Root Causes to DiseaseWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →243. Cheryl Sew Hoy - The First 1,000 Days: Infant Gut Health and Lifelong Immunity
May 2501:13:08Tap to summarizeLeigh Ann welcomes Cheryl Sew Hoy, founder of Tiny Health, for a conversation on infant gut health, microbiome testing, and why the first 1,000 days of life matter so deeply for long-term immune development. Cheryl shares how her own C-section birth experience with her daughter led her to research the differences between C-section and vaginally born babies’ gut microbiomes, eventually inspiring her to create Tiny Health. The conversation explores how early-life factors like C-sections, antibiotic use, breastfeeding, solid foods, parental microbiomes, pets, nature exposure, and stress can shape a child’s gut ecosystem. Cheryl explains why an infant’s microbiome is easier to shift than an adult’s, how missing beneficial bacteria may contribute to eczema, allergies, asthma, GI issues, and other chronic conditions, and why testing can help parents take more targeted action. Leigh Ann and Cheryl also discuss adult gut testing, the gut-brain connection, probiotics, stool testing technology, and why a “good” supplement is not necessarily helpful if your body does not need it. Product Discount Codes + LinksFroya Organics: Website (Link gives 10% off)MitaCell: Website (Use code LEIGHANN for 10% off)Vio2: Website (Use code LEIGHANN for 10% off)Episode LinksThe Accrescent Podcast - Tiny Health (Use code LEIGHANN for $20 off)Guest InfoCheryl Sew Hoy - InstagramTiny Health - WebsiteRelated EpisodesPodcast Ep. 173: Sarah Greenfield - Gut Health: the Emotional and Physical Path to HealingPodcast Ep. 221: Kenna Limp - Addressing Parasites, Lyme, Viral Infections and More with F-Scan and Firefly TechnologyWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →242. Sara Banta (Accelerated Health Products) - A Deeper Look at Cellular Energy and Metabolic Resilience
May 1801:12:12Tap to summarizeLeigh Ann welcomes Sara Banta, founder of Accelerated Health Products, for a conversation on detoxification, cellular energy, and the body’s innate capacity to heal. Sara shares her personal health journey, including her own struggles with gut issues, heavy metals, hair loss, and depletion, as well as her children’s health challenges that led her deeper into functional healing. The conversation explores the role of iodine, copper, silver, amino acids, liver support, and detox pathways in supporting thyroid health, immune function, cellular repair, and energy. Sara also explains how environmental toxins, radiation, processed foods, stress, and disrupted detox pathways can contribute to fatigue, weight gain, hormone issues, histamine reactions, and chronic illness. Leigh Ann and Sara discuss practical support for people navigating cancer, chronic illness, scans, contrast dye, radiation exposure, and the everyday toxic burden of modern life. Product Discount Codes + LinksFroya Organics: Website (Link gives 10% off)MitaCell: Website (Use code LEIGHANN for 10% off)Vio2: Website (Use code LEIGHANN for 10% off)Guest InfoAccelerated Health Products - WebsiteAccelerated Health Products- InstagramRelated EpisodesEp. 235: Dr. Neil Nathan - Three Reasons Why the “Sensitive” Patient Isn’t Healing and Where to BeginEp. 228: Dr. Lori Bouchard - The Missing Pieces in Cancer Care, Metabolism, Trauma, and Whole-Person HealingWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →241. Marcus Fernandez - Healing in Layers: What Homeopathy Reveals About Chronic Illness
May 1101:06:17Tap to summarizeExplore the fascinating world of homeopathy with Marcus Fernandez as he examines its history, principles, and practical applications for chronic and acute conditions. This conversation between Marcus and Leigh Ann introduces listeners to the way this gentle, individualized approach can support healing. Expect to understand the ways homeopathy empowers self-care and the layers of healing it helps to surface. Marcus also shares insights into the effectiveness of homeopathic treatments and highlights real-life examples and success stories. This episode will help listeners gain a deeper appreciation for this unique modality and its potential benefits.Product Discount Codes + LinksFroya Organics: Website (Link gives 10% off)MitaCell: Website (Use code LEIGHANN for 10% off)Vio2: Website (Use code LEIGHANN for 10% off)Guest InfoMarcus Fernandez - WebsiteMarcus Fernandez - InstagramRelated EpisodesPodcast Ep. 235: Dr. Neil Nathan - Three Reasons Why Patients Aren’t Healing from Complex Chronic IllnessPodcast Ep. 227: Dr. Talia - Emotional Support During Chronic Illness, What’s Helpful and What’s NOTWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
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