In the distant past, humans had to face the real potential threat of hungry tigers chasing them. Our bodies are wonderful, because they have a mechanism for giving a quick hit of adrenaline then a longer dose of cortisol to activate the physiologic processes...
Ritamarie Loscalzo
Practitioner Corner: Olive Leaf for Insulin Resistance
Last week,we discussed intermittent fasting as a tool for managing blood sugar and weight. Continuing on with blood sugar balance tools, this week, I would like to share some compelling research about a relatively new twist for a popular herb. ...
The Many Health Benefits of Chia Seeds
There’s a very special food I’ve been recommending to my patients and students for many years that’s seen a sudden popularity over the past few years. In fact, the secret of this seed’s power has created a number of companies that are selling it at an...
Practitioner Corner: Meal Spacing and Intermittent Fasting
As we discussed last week, a lot of misinformation abounds about the ideal spacing of meals. The ultimate solution, in my opinion, is suggesting things that are consistent with the biochemistry and then testing with each individual. I have worked with hundreds of...
Recipe: AM Energy Uplifter Shake (Coffee Alternative)
Enjoy this pick me up in the morning instead of coffee and watch your energy soar! AM Energy Uplifter Shake  Ingredients 32 ounces water 1 tablespoon Sunwarrior Ormus Greens 1 tablespoon Healthforce Nutritionals Vitamineral Green 1 tablespoon maca powder 1 teaspoon...
Fat, Fatigued, Foggy, Frantic and Flatulent: The 5 F’s of Adrenal Burnout
A Silent Epidemic As strange as it may sound, the problems of exhaustion, brain fog, insomnia, sensitivity to bright light, extra weight around the middle, irritability, afternoon slump, and similar symptoms are all often related to one cause. This culprit affects...
Practitioner Corner: Blood Sugar Imbalances and Meal Spacing to Help Clients Lose Belly Fat
Popular press tells us to eat many small meals throughout the day to achieve optimal lean to fat ratio. The theory is that constantly eating revs up the metabolism and triggers fat loss. After many of my patients reported that they had tried this approach and gained...
Recipe: Adrenal Nourishing Deep Green Pesto (gluten free, raw, and divine)
Enjoy this incredibly delicious pesto that tantalizes your tastebuds while nourishing your adrenals. It's versatile and can be used in so many different ways: in a salad, as a dip for veggies, tossed in with raw zucchini pasta...the yummy choices are endless! Adrenal...
Adrenal Fatigue: Tips and Resources to Restoring Your Energy and Your Health
Discover the three tips you need to combat adrenal fatigue and wake up in the morning feeling refreshed and ready for a healthy, vibrant day!
Practitioner Corner: 3 Most Commonly Overlooked Strategies for Helping Clients (Part 3 of 3)
Insulin resistance – When you see someone with a large waist in proportion to hips, think insulin resistance. While many people claim to understand insulin resistance, few understand how to truly assess and correct it. It starts with a blood glucose meter, as I...










