Dr. Ritamarie

Get the Skinny on Fatty Acids

Get the Skinny on Fatty Acids

Despite their name, fatty acids are essential for optimum health. Fatty acids are required to retain healthy lipid levels in the blood. They are also necessary for proper clotting and regulated blood pressure. Commonly known as the "omega's" fatty acids are acids...

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When Hormones are Out of Whack

When Hormones are Out of Whack

Hormone imbalance is a very REAL problem, and, guys, we're NOT just talking female stuff here. In addition to estrogen, progesterone and testosterone, insulin, cortisol, leptin and the thyroid hormones are all part of your endocrine system, and need to be balanced for...

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Eating Frequent, Small Meals May be Damaging to Your Health

Eating Frequent, Small Meals May be Damaging to Your Health

A common recommendation for people suffering with blood sugar imbalances and attempting to reduce weight is to eat frequent, small meals throughout the day. The idea is that eating every couple of hours keeps your blood sugar levels steady without the dips (and severe...

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From Russia – With Love

From Russia – With Love

Patch Adam and Voltaire has said that Medicine is the art of Entertaining your patients/clients while they heal themselves. Doc David loves to take that even further by blending Education, Entertainment and the Multi-Dimensional Health FUSION so you enjoy the warm...

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Thereโ€™s nothing sexy about digestive problems!

Thereโ€™s nothing sexy about digestive problems!

ย  Digestive problems are practically an epidemic in todayโ€™s world of fast food, antibiotics and hormone fed meat. Low energy, digestive troubles, brain fog and sinus problems are just a few of the many health woes people suffer. Health starts and is maintained in the...

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The Pain of Undiagnosed Food Allergies

The Pain of Undiagnosed Food Allergies

Undiagnosed food allergies, even to highly nutritious foods like broccoli or blueberries, can induce immune responses that leave you ill. Here are some scary facts: According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), approximately 3 million children under age 18...

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Playtime – Living Life to the Fullest

Playtime – Living Life to the Fullest

Obesity, stress, depression and lack of physical health are at an all-time high in our society.ย  These are symptoms of the root cause of decreased physical activity, play and pleasure in life. Dr. Ritamarie talks often about nutrition, exercise, sleep, supplements,...

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Create an Inspired Health Vision for 2012

Create an Inspired Health Vision for 2012

ย  Imagine never again having to even think about your weight or what you can and canโ€™t eat, or feel guilty when you donโ€™t follow through. Imagine the freedom of feeling energetic and vibrant ALL THE TIME. Imagine the feeling of having fun everydayโ€ฆan integral part of...

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How Gluten Affects Kids Behavior, Focus and Concentration

How Gluten Affects Kids Behavior, Focus and Concentration

  ADD and ADHD diagnoses are on the rise. The American Psychiatric Association states in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR) that 3%-7% of school-aged children have ADHD. Teachers report lack of focus in classrooms. Parents...

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Shaping Up for the Holidays

Shaping Up for the Holidays

Itโ€™s the same thing year after year. People gorge themselves throughout the holiday season and then resolve that come January they are back on track to lose weight. This year, try something different. Shape up FOR the holidays and not after. Instead of joining your...

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