Salsa Sol Food
By Angela Spignese
Have questions or comments? Email me at salsasolfood@gmail.com.
Instagram: @salsasolfood
YouTube: Angela Spignese
Angela Spignese Health/Movement Coach
Produced by Mark Damon
Salsa Sol Food May 25, 2021
Episode 25 - Ayurvedic Psychology + Meditation + Chronic Pain
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
Episode 24 - PANS/PANDAS + Mind Gut Connection + Anti-inflammatory Diet
Books and cookbooks:
www.amazon.com/Brain-Under-Attack-Caregivers-Encephalitis/dp/0692133275
www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748
www.amazon.com/Angel-Assassin-Changed-Course-Medicine/dp/1524799173
www.amazon.com/Complete-Anti-Inflammatory-Diet-Beginners-No-Stress/dp/1623159040
www.amazon.com/Whole30-Cookbook-Delicious-Totally-Compliant/dp/0544854411
Websites:
www.pandasppn.org/
www.mminds.org/
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
Episode 23 - Ayurveda Spring Cleanse + Proper Probiotic Use + Herbs
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
Episode 22 - Create with Confidence: Fashion Design, Mental Health & Body Image
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
Episode 21 - Wellness Marketing, Inclusive Branding and Herbal Tonics
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
Episode 20 - Grounded by Faith and Self-Care in Social Services
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
Episode 19 - Chronic UTIs, Panic Attacks and Finding Ayurveda
Ayurvedic Books Mentioned:
The Everyday Ayurveda Cookbook
Everyday Ayurveda Cooking for a Calm Clear MInd
The Everyday Ayurveda Guide to Self-Care
www.kateodonnell.yoga/books
Hosted by Angela Spignese
Produced by Mark Damon
Intro Music by Beautiful Headquarters
Episode 18 - Peace Corps Moldova, Wellness Realizations and Productivity Tips
Please find and follow her here:
@olorunbunmiwrites- www.instagram.com/olorunbunmiwrites/
www.olorunbunmi.com | olorunbunmi.medium.com
Hosted by Angela Spignese and produced by Mark Damon
Intro music by Beautiful Headquarters
Episode 17 - Yoga With Adriene Review
Hosted by Angela Spignese and produced by Mark Damon
Intro music by Beautiful Headquarters
Episode 16 - 2020 A Year In Review
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
Episode 15 - My Calming and Flexible Morning Routine
Product mentioned:
Organic Olivia's Digestive Juice
Hosted by Angela Spignese and produced by Mark Damon
Intro music by Beautiful Headquarters
Episode 14 - Hallmark Christmas and Keto Weight Loss
Theme music by Beautiful Headquarters
Salsa Sol Food is hosted by Angela Spignese and is Engineered by Mark Damon
Episode 13 - Diet Culture, Intuitive Eating and Body Acceptance
The Salsa Sol Food podcast is hosted by Angela Spignese and is produced by Mark Damon.
Intro and Transition Music by Beautiful Headquarters
Episode 12 - OCD and Illness Anxiety Disorder
The Salsa Sol Food podcast is hosted by Angela Spignese and is produced by Mark Damon.
Intro and Transition Music by Beautiful Headquarters
Episode 11 - Wellness Abroad: Flourish in the Foreign's Christine Job
In this episode I interview Christine Job. She is a business strategist, wellness enthusiast and podcast producer/creator living in Barcelona. Her podcast Flourish in the Foreign elevates and amplifies the voices of Black women living and thriving abroad. Christine emphasizes how travel and the lifestyle you choose are directly connected to your everyday wellness. It also is a part of her mission to create space to help women to build their visions/businesses. In this episode she also shares a little bit about her vegan lifestyle, her travels and her life in Barcelona. Check out Christine here: Website: www.christinejob.com Podcast: www.flourishintheforeign.com The Salsa Sol Food podcast is hosted by Angela Spignese and is produced by Mark Damon. Intro and Transition Music by Beautiful Headquarters
Episode 10 - Fall Equinox and Eczema
In this episode we interview Abby Tai who is the creator and founder of Eczema Conquerors and The Eczema Podcast helping people all over the world heal this chronic skin condition. She is a holistic nutritionist and shares her story of how food and lifestyle choices played a factor in keeping her eczema at bay. She also gives us insight into her life as a mother and entrepreneur, running an online business. We hope this episode will be helpful to any of you out there dealing with any itchy, painful chronic skin condition. Remember that you are not alone! Instagram: @eczemaconquerors The Salsa Sol Food podcast is hosted by Angela Spignese and is produced by Mark Damon. Intro and Transition Music by Beautiful Headquarters
Episode 9 - Creativity in the End Times
Welcome back! In this episode Mark and I chat about creativity and how it can serve as a powerful tool during these dark times. We also discuss how it can be hard to access when we are all staying safe at home. We check-in about life updates and let you know what we are focusing on with our personal health goals. Looking forward to sharing a new season with you packed with fabulous guests, laughter and new ways of thinking about our health and healing. Do you want to share your Fall 2020 Health Goals with us? We would love to be accountability buddies and check-in with you from time to time. Send us a message @salsasolfood or email us at salsasolfood@gmail.com. Intro music by Beautiful Headquarters
Season 1 recap and updates on what is to come!
Thank you to everyone who has listened to Season 1 of the Salsa Sol Food podcast. Mark and I launched this project right before COVID-19 hit and we are grateful that you still tuned in even though our sound and set up changed. There is a shift happening in the world due to the murder of George Floyd and the necessary global protests supporting the Black Lives Matter movement. We want this time to reflect, recharge, relearn in order to renter this podcast space with inspiring, educational and motivational content. See you soon! Have questions or comments? Email me at salsasolfood@gmail.com. Instagram: @salsasolfood YouTube: Angela Spignese Angela Spignese Health/Movement Coach Produced by Mark Damon
Episode 8 - Does language impact our health?
In this episode I discuss the mind body language connection. Ever thought about how your language contributes to your overall understanding of your health? I recently read Don't Sleep There are Snakes by Daniel Everett where he studied the language and culture of the Piraha tribe in the Amazonian jungle. His findings started to make me reflect on our use of language and how it impacts our views on health and may reflect what matters most to us. It also led me to think about my time in Moldova teaching health and how some of my topics were hard to break down due to our different perspectives on mental health.
Episode 7 - Am I Dying? Coping with Health Anxiety with Denise Fonseca
Have you ever had the feeling that certain physical symptoms will lead to death and you can't stop thinking about them? In this episode I interview my good friend Denise Fonseca who is an avid mental health/public health activist. She shares with us her journey with health anxiety, it's connection to grief/trauma and her coping mechanisms and resources. She also breaks down the signs of health anxiety for those of you who have never heard of it before. I want to emphasize that none of us are professionals and that ultimately you should seek a mental health professional for continued support and an official diagnosis. Online Therapy Resource: 7 Cups--https://www.7cups.com/ Please check out Denise and her fabulous Instagram stories at: @denise_denise7 Produced by the amazing Mark Damon: @dahkmamon Please check me out on these other platforms for more info on similar topics: Instagram: @salsasolfood YouTube: Angela Spignese
Episode 6 - Sugar Addiction and Elimination Diets
Do you ever feel overwhelmed with the amount of diets you hear about and don't know where to start? In this episode I break down what an elimination diet is and how this might help you pin point the foods that aren't currently serving you. I briefly discuss why gluten, dairy and sugar are ingredients that tend to cause sensitivities in most people. I know that change is scary so I also give you samples of recipe ideas towards the end that you could try out too. Always feel free to message me with any questions, comments or ideas at salsasolfood@gmail.com. Please check me out on these other platforms for more info on similar topics: Instagram: @Salsasolfood YouTube: Angela Spignese
Episode 5 - Healing Perioral Dermatitis
Please forgive us for the sound quality. Mark Damon and I have been social distancing and recording from our homes. He is the best producer and is still able to bring a lighthearted quality to our episodes.
SLS Free products:
Jason's Toothpaste,
Tom's SLS Free Toothpaste,
Osmia Black Soap,
Badger's Rose Oil,
Dr. Bronner's Body wash, and
Shea Moisture Shampoos/Conditioners
Please check me out on these other platforms for more info on similar topics:
Instagram: @Salsasolfood
YouTube: Angela Spignese
Episode 4 - Part 2 Holistic Therapy, Tips for Anxiety and Guided Meditation
In this episode holistic therapist Jody Grimm discusses her approach to therapy and gives us an inside look at how she works with her clients. She also gives you tips as to where you can start with dealing with your anxiety and general mental health. Stick around until the end because Jody has a surprise for you that you don't want to miss! You can find Jody on Instagram @jodyamelia in addition to her two websites jodygrimm.com and jojosrawkitchen.com. Please send in any questions to: Salsasolfood@gmail.com Also, find me on these platforms--Instagram: @salsasolfood Youtube: Angela Spignese
Episode 3 Part 1 - A Message in Chronic Pain and Finding Your Path
In this episode I had the opportunity to interview an amazing holistic therapist, Jody Grimm. Jody brings a unique perspective to mental health guiding her patients in movement/dance, nutrition, meditation and much more. In this episode she discusses her journey, how she has dealt with chronic pain and how she pushed herself outside of her comfort zone to create a life worth living. She also has her own business as a health coach and her own raw chocolate business called JoJo's Raw Kitchen. You can find her on Instagram @jodyamelia in addition to her two websites jodygrimm.com and jojosrawkitchen.com. I hope you enjoyed listening to her story as much as I did. Please send in any questions to: Salsasolfood@gmail.com Instagram: @salsasolfood Youtube: Angela Spignese
Episode 2 - Healthy Travel Tips and Confiscated Nuts
In this episode I will share some of my favorite travel tips, including my favorite snacks to pack in my suitcase, recommended probiotics/multivitamins and whether or not to filter your water. I started to become more aware of how run down I felt when I had the opportunity to travel a lot over the past two years. I cover what healthy habits helped me discover that I could feel vibrant once I arrived to a new country, but there were some steps I needed to take to get there. I have so much that I want to share about travel and this is just the beginning!! Recommended probiotic/multivitamin: MaryRuth's Organics Candida Pre/Probiotic Enzyme Organic Olivia's Not Your Average Probiotic NOW Daily Vits/Probiotic (Have not used these, but have used brand before) Recommended skin friendly toiletries: Jason's Toothpaste Giovanni shampoo/conditioner travel size Dr. Bronner's travel size body wash Please email salsasolfood@gmail.com with any questions/comments. Instagram: @salsasolfood YouTube: Angela Spignese
Episode 1 - Getting Started: My Health Journey
Hosted by Angela Spignese
Produced by Mark Damon
Introducing Salsa Sol Food (Blooper Trailer)
In this podcast we will dive into all things health and wellness. My Salsa Sol Food approach breaks down how physical activity, nourishing self-care and intentional eating are all a part of healing our bodies and minds. After many years of mysterious chronic symptoms I wanted to share my health journey and help guide others. We do not take our selves too seriously on this show and want to make you laugh!!!
Have questions or comments? Email me at salsasolfood@gmail.com.
Instagram: @salsasolfood
YouTube: Angela Spignese
Angela Spignese Health/Movement Coach
Produced by Mark Damon