The guests are gone, the table and counters are cleared, with dishes and leftovers put away. All the decorations are packed away and put back in storage. Your schedule now has a little more free time, and you have a chance to look it over and take a breath. While...
Exercise
Practitioner Corner: Why Exercise is Key to Digestive Health
I spend a lot of time talking to clients about digestive health issues. We usually begin the conversation by discussing what they have been eating that is potentially an issue for them. Food sensitivities are often the culprit here, such as sensitivities with gluten,...
True Confessions: Food, Cravings, and Other Bad Habits
I thought I was over food cravings for good - until they reared their ugly heads and I had to once again meet them face-to-face. I used to get cravings a lot - and I mean like all the time. As a teenager, I would go through cycles of binging followed by severe food...
Playtime – Living Life to the Fullest (Encore)
Obesity, stress, depression and lack of physical health are at an all-time high in our society. These are symptoms of the root cause of decreased physical activity, play and pleasure in life. Dr. Ritamarie talks often about...
The Effective Workout for Thyroid Patients
Thyroid issues are a plague among Americans these days. From overactive, to underactive, goiters, Hashimoto’s, the list goes on. While medication can be used to control these ailments, many are switching to a more natural approach with diet and exercise. Joining Dr....
Make Your Workout Fun!
Exercise. A word dreaded by many, loved by others. It’s what helps keep our bodies in shape, strong and ready to take on the world. Without it, we turn into couch potatoes with pot bellies and a myriad of health issues. If you...
Kiss That Belly Fat Goodbye!
Have you been carrying around excess fat around your middle that won’t budge in spite of starving yourself and slaving away at the gym? While belly fat may seem like more of a nuisance than a danger, this external marker is most...
Playtime – Living Life to the Fullest
Obesity, stress, depression and lack of physical health are at an all-time high in our society. These are symptoms of the root cause of decreased physical activity, play and pleasure in life. Dr. Ritamarie talks often about...
Find Your Way Back to Good Health
At some point in time, most of us get lost on our paths to good health. We overeat, indulge in choices not good for us, and stop exercising. These choices tend to take a huge toll on our bodies creating a myriad of dis-ease and...
How You Can Finally Stick to Your Diet and Exercise Program Long Enough to Get Lasting Results
March 15 - 1pm CST (11AM Pacific, noon Mountain, 1PM Central, 1PM Eastern) I know you’re well intentioned. We all are. I’ve gained and lost over 100 pounds in my lifetime…and I’ve never weighed more than 125 lbs - ever! I just ...