In this inspiring episode, host Katie welcomes entrepreneur, bestselling cookbook author, and owner of Kelly’s Bake Shop, Kelly Childs, to explore the profound connection between food, health, and self-awareness. Kelly shares her lifelong journey toward conscious eating, the impact of a plant-based lifestyle, and how food can be either medicine or a silent contributor to health issues.

Katie and Kelly also dive deep into intermittent fasting, the mind-gut connection, parasite cleanses, and the emotional roots of illness, providing insights that will shift the way you think about the food you consume. The conversation touches on stress, people-pleasing, emotional imprints, and how self-awareness leads to true wellness.

Whether you’re looking for ways to improve your diet, take charge of your health, or find inspiration to make small, impactful changes, this episode is filled with wisdom and practical takeaways.

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction: Personal growth, intentional living, and health awareness

[01:30] Meet Kelly Childs: Her journey to food consciousness and entrepreneurship

[04:00] Growing up on whole foods and early awareness of clean eating

[07:30] Transitioning to plant-based living: Why it matters

[10:00] The truth about processed foods, GMOs, and glyphosate

[14:00] Intermittent fasting: How it heals and enhances energy

[18:00] The digestive system as the root of overall health

[22:30] Breaking food cravings and understanding the role of parasites

[27:00] Emotional trauma, stress, and their link to illness

[31:00] The power of self-awareness: Learning from adversity

[34:30] Kelly’s Bake Shop: A guilt-free, health-conscious approach to desserts

[41:00] What advice would Kelly give her younger self?

[48:00] Final reflections: Embracing change, letting go, and learning to laugh

[50:00] Closing thoughts and call to action

Notable Quotes:

1. "Your digestive system is like the central part of your body. If it’s not operating, nothing operates well." – Katie Begley
2. "Food should enhance your life, not control your experience." – Kelly Childs
3. "We don’t need to stick with the same diet for our whole life—our bodies change, and we need to be open to that."
4. "Learn to laugh. Laughter is healing. It shifts everything." – Kelly Childs

Resources & Mentions:

• Kelly’s Bake Shop – Website | Instagram
• The Surrender Experiment by Michael Singer – Book Link
• Farm Sanctuary by Gene Baur – Website

Call to Action:

If this episode resonated with you, consider:

• Subscribing and leaving a review to support the podcast
• Following Kelly Childs on social media for more health-conscious tips
• Reflecting on the emotional connections to your health

If you’d like to be a guest or recommend someone for the podcast, email us at heartandhomepodcast@gmail.com.

Until next time, live intentionally and take care of your home,...