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In this episode of Food is Freedom, Sienna Mae Heath sits down once again with Michael Pickens \u2014 CEO of Botanical Enlightenment<\/a>, a holistic supplement company offering natural alternatives for people and dogs fighting cancer. Michael is also the author of the upcoming book The Liberated Mind<\/a>, a guide to freeing ourselves from limiting beliefs in every area of life.<\/p>\n

Building on part one, where they explored natural versus modern medicine, CBD and THC\u2019s therapeutic uses, and the healing potential of pumpkins and mushrooms, this conversation goes deeper into the philosophy behind holistic healing. Together, they unpack how natural medicine places freedom over fear, how it can uplift mental health and reshape mindset, and what inspired Michael to pursue entrepreneurship in the wellness world.<\/p>\n

Food is Freedom is also available as a podcast<\/a> on your app of choice. Follow Sienna Mae Heath on Substack<\/a>, Medium<\/a>, and Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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