Why Most “Healthy” Products Are Toxic...

Today I sit down with Ivey Leidy—integrative health coach and founder of Living With Ivey—to break down the truth behind modern wellness.

From building a multi-location wellness brand to navigating motherhood, eating disorder recovery, and the pressure of social media perfection, Ivey shares what actually matters when it comes to health.

We dive deep into:
The connection between gut health and hormones
Why most “healthy” products aren’t what they claim
The hidden dangers of fragrance, plastics, and protein powders
Healing your relationship with food without extremes
Building a business rooted in authenticity, not trends

This episode is packed with actionable takeaways for women looking to feel better, live cleaner, and think differently about health.

Learn More About Keesha: https://keeshascott.com/
Learn More About Ivey: https://livingwithivey.com/

00:00 – Introduction
00:45 – Meet Ivey Leidy (Living With Ivey Founder)
01:23 – Why Authenticity Builds a Loyal Audience
02:03 – Imposter Syndrome & Starting on Social Media
03:00 – Making Wellness Simple & Relatable
03:25 – How Motherhood Sparked Her Health Journey
04:08 – Starting During COVID & Building Momentum
05:02 – Turning Content Into a Physical Retail Brand
06:03 – Why She Refused to “Pick a Niche”
07:07 – Gut Health & Hormones Explained
08:14 – Healing Through Food (Without Extremes)
08:36 – Balancing Healthy Eating & Real Life
10:02 – Eating Disorders & Social Media Pressure
11:20 – Why Women Need to Talk About Food Struggles
13:18 – Body Image, Generational Shifts & Identity
14:41 – Beyond Beauty: Purpose, Legacy & Impact
16:20 – Creating Her Own Product Line
18:12 – Rapid Fire Wellness Tips
18:12 – Best Skincare Ingredient (Vitamin C)
19:14 – Hair Health & Shower Filters
20:02 – Toxic Products to Avoid Immediately
21:05 – Why Fragrance Is a Hidden Danger
21:58 – Daily Non-Negotiable Wellness Habit
22:42 – Minerals, Detox & Energy Explained
23:50 – Easy Healthy Swap (Plastic → Glass)
24:40 – “Healthy” Products That Are Misleading
25:22 – Protein Powders & Food Myths
26:16 – Real Food vs Diet Trends
27:31 – Motherhood, Business & Time Management
28:32 – The Truth About “Balance”
29:45 – Life Pivots & Letting Go of Failure
31:08 – Confidence, Aging & Clarity
33:30 – Where to Find Ivey