In today's episode we interview the Director of the Boston Ayurveda School, Kim Valeri Povey. She is a yoga therapist, Ayurvedic practitioner and activist for holistic health. She discussed with us how your specific mind quality can show if you have a tendency towards clarity (sense of calm), over activity (anxiety) or heaviness (depression). She describes her work practicing a healing therapy called Sattva Vajaya and how she first learned to start a dialogue within her own body after a near death experience. Please find Kim and the services she provides here: https://www.bostonayurvedaschool.com/ayurveda-faculty/kim-valeri-povey The Salsa Sol Food Podcast is hosted by Angela Spignese and edited by Mark Damon. Intro Music by Beautiful Headquarters

In today's episode we interview the fabulous Helen Spignese. She is a mental health counselor and also my sister. She is an advocate for families dealing with an autoimmune disease known as PANS/PANDAS after her son Jackson was diagnosed. This is a condition where inflammation and stealth infections in the gut/body lead to the brain and create neurological symptoms.  Helen continues to explore the importance of the mind gut connection to not only help her own family, but to also assist her clients. She is currently studying to become a health coach with the Institute for Integrative Nutrition to deepen her knowledge of holistic approaches. Please take a listen and check out the resources below if you or a loved one may be suffering. PANS/PANDAS awareness day is October 9th 2021.  Books and cookbooks: https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Under-Attack-Caregivers-Encephalitis/dp/0692133275 https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748 https://www.amazon.com/Angel-Assassin-Changed-Course-Medicine/dp/1524799173 https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Anti-Inflammatory-Diet-Beginners-No-Stress/dp/1623159040 https://www.amazon.com/Whole30-Cookbook-Delicious-Totally-Compliant/dp/0544854411 Websites: https://www.pandasppn.org/ https://www.mminds.org/ http://pandasnetwork.org/ Initial blood work to rule out/in a PANS/PANDAS diagnosis: 1.  Strep titers:   Anti-DNase B and ASO 2.  Mycoplasma titers: IgM and IgG (Mycoplasma is linked to autoimmune encephalitis, as well as PANS. An elevated IgM is suggestive of a recent infection such as pneumonia or bronchitis, but can persist in autoimmune disorders also) 3.  Lyme titers

In today's podcast we interviewed the deeply knowledgeable Dr. Anjali Singh. Dr. Anjali walks us through what Ayurveda is and how it is deeply connected to her upbringing and family. She discussed how she ended up studying Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery at  Banaras Hindu University and eventually got a Ph.D in Herbal Pharmacology. She talks about herbs versus herbal formulations and shares important information about synthetic probiotic use. Lastly, she shares Ayurvedic tips to stay healthy as we transition into the Spring season. You can find Dr. Anjali Singh here: https://www.bostonayurvedaschool.com/ayurveda-faculty/dr-anjali-singh The Salsa Sol Food Podcast is hosted by Angela Spignese and edited by Mark Damon. Intro Music by Beautiful Headquarters

In today's episode we interview one of my good friends Mariana Garcia. She is a talented & innovative fashion designer who talks us through how she discovered her creative side after growing up a shy child . She also shares with us how creativity and having confidence are deeply connected. Her experience with going to therapy has also changed her perspective of herself and her overall outlook on wellness. It was cool to learn more about the fashion industry and thinking more consciously about fast fashion and what we store in our closets as well. Find Mariana here at the company she currently works for: @praise.official www.praiseendurance.com The Salsa Sol Food Podcast is hosted by Angela Spignese and edited by Mark Damon. Intro Music by Beautiful Headquarters

In today's episode we speak with Alexa Gray who shares her experience working in the health and wellness marketing world. She is also an entrepreneur who has worked as a professional photographer and marketing consultant with Alexa Gray and Co. This was a fun conversation to learn more about the connections between wellness, branding and inclusion. Alexa currently is the Head of Social and Community for Olipop which is a sparkling herbal tonic promoting digestive health. We loved hearing about this amazing company as well as her journey transitioning from fulltime entrepreneur to an in house employee. Find Alexa and Olipop below: @alexagrayandco alexagrayandco.com @drinkolipop Olipop is a sparkling prebiotic tonic filled with plants and botanicals. It’s high in fiber, low in sugar and absolutely delicious. They are launching lots of exciting flavors and our next drop is in April. You can order OLIPOP at drinkolipop.com. The Salsa Sol Food Podcast is hosted by Angela Spignese and edited by Mark Damon. Intro Music by Beautiful Headquarters

In today's episode we interview the fabulous Lucinda Accime. She is one of the most selfless people I know having dedicated her life to helping those in her community. Lucy is the Manager of Employment Services at Jewish Vocational Service in Boston assisting immigrants of various backgrounds obtain employment. She also is a milieu counselor at Teen Learning Choices in Malden. During our chat we discuss the importance of self-care for those who work in human services and how her faith has played a key factor in keeping her grounded. She also shares with us her passion for photography and how she keeps cozy during these winter months. Cool things mentioned: Chocolate Bombs @glittermaryx Photography Company @Missgeephotography The Salsa Sol Food Podcast is hosted by Angela Spignese and edited by Mark Damon. Intro Music by Beautiful Headquarters 

In today's episode we interview the lovely Giovana Malufe. She shares how her chronic gut issues led to other imbalances and walks us through each step of her journey. Her love and dedication to yoga in addition to exploring various lifestyles reveal that healing happens over time and not exactly when we want it to. She eventually discovered Ayurveda and this is when things really started to change. She was able to start nourishing her body and after not having her period for almost 5 years it returned.  She is a certified health coach from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and is currently studying to become an Ayurvedic Health Counselor with the Boston Ayurveda School. Originally from Brazil, she also has a passion for travel and for teaching others that even 5-10 minutes of self-care a day will make a difference in your body and mind. Ayurvedic Books Mentioned: The Everyday Ayurveda Cookbook Everyday Ayurveda Cooking for a Calm Clear MInd The Everyday Ayurveda Guide to Self-Care http://www.kateodonnell.yoga/books Hosted by Angela Spignese Produced by Mark Damon Intro Music by Beautiful Headquarters

In this episode we interviewed the one and only Olorunbunmi. She is an extraordinary writer, attorney with experience assisting asylum applicants and a travel enthusiast now living abroad. I have always admired her drive and dedication to not only accomplishing her goals, but how the intentions she sets improve her quality and passion for life. She also shares some of her story from living in Moldova as a Peace Corps Volunteer and how that changed her perspective on her relationship to health. Please find and follow her here: @olorunbunmiwrites- https://www.instagram.com/olorunbunmiwrites/ www.olorunbunmi.com | olorunbunmi.medium.com Hosted by Angela Spignese and produced by Mark Damon Intro music by Beautiful Headquarters

In today's episode we talk with a group of friends about the most recent 30 day Yoga with Adrienne challenge called Breath. We completed this virtual challenge together and shared our experiences, what we liked, what we didn't like and the one and only Benji, her pet dog who joins her on the mat. If you are new to Yoga or would just want to hear our review then please take a listen.  We hope that this might motivate you to implement your own personal challenges with a group of friends which turns into new habits and lasting lifestyle changes. Hosted by Angela Spignese and produced by Mark Damon Intro music by Beautiful Headquarters

In this episode we have a chat with Denzel and Emily to discuss 2020. Our topics range From Grub Hub's top 10 most popular orders to your most unexpected pandemic purchase! We know there have been many heavy and dark moments throughout 2020 as well, but hope that this episode helps you see the light at the end of the tunnel. Happy Holidays and here's to a healthier 2021 where we can all be together. Special thanks to my amazing friends Emily Caulfield and Denzel Sanchez for taking the time to talk with us. We enjoyed laughing with you! Love + Salsa Sol Food Intro and Outro music by Beautiful Headquarters