Science has known for a long time there is a link between abnormal sleep and disease states including heart disease, obesity and neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer's. But what, exactly, that link was remained elusive until 2012. That year Danish...
Ritamarie Loscalzo
Fall and Winter Immune-Modulating Broths and Soups
Getting a head start on fall and winter! When the first cool weather of fall arrives, thoughts drift to the coming days when a nice cup of healing broth or nourishing soup or Immune-Modulating Broths and Soups goes a long way towards warming the body and providing...
What freedoms do you value?
Just like Independence Day in the USA is a holiday, regardless of where you live or what political views you hold, freedom is something to hold near and dear. Freedom is my top value. It drives my every decision, especially when it comes to my health, my diet and my...
How to Sleep Better at Night: It’s All About Timing
Even though I haven't been 100%, I made huge commitment in 2020 to get at least 7-8 hours of sleep every night. However, we don't only need adequate sleep, we need quality sleep. What is quality sleep? Our bodies naturally regenerate during certain hours of the night...
30 Day Fun and Sleep Challenge: The Importance of Managing Your Stress
Sleep is important. Fun is important. Diet is important. What's as or more important than all of these in creating vibrant health? Giving your adrenals a rest! Adrenal exhaustion has become an epidemic and it contributes to so many chronic health challenges....
How Sleep Can Help You Lose Stubborn Belly Fat
Did you know that your sleep habits are just as important as what you put on your fork when it comes to releasing weight?
Ways to Increase Energy with Meal Spacing
Many popular health authors recommend eating small frequent meals to keep your blood sugar steady. I disagree. Find out why!
Recipe of the Week: 5-Minute Spicy Lemongrass Green Soup
Try this delicious, and truly satisfying green soup recipe, which can be eaten fully raw and slightly warmed up by blending up it longer in your blender. Substitute the greens in the recipe with whatever else you have available and add your favorite toppings. Blender...
How to Make Your Impact By Getting on Stage
Whether you are a health practitioner, health coach, or someone wanting to break into the health industry, getting your message “out there” in the world can be overwhelming. Pete Vargas, known as the “stage whisperer” has booked over 25,000 talks on stages...
Low-Glycemic and Gluten-Free Chocolate Baklava Recipe
I shared a picture on Facebook last week of a dessert I made for my 30th wedding anniversary celebration. It got a LOT of likes and comments, as well as requests for the recipe, so I thought it best to post it here. It's actually a variation of a very easy recipe I...