Manage Stress, Anxiety, and more with Magnolia Bark

In this episode of ReInvent Healthcare, I talk about one of my favorite herbs, Magnolia Bark. This wonderful herb can support your clients to sleep, relax, and calm their anxieties due to its bioactive compounds and nutrients. Listen to the episode to learn more.

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Cortisol Regulation and Sleep Aid
Magnolia bark has the ability to bring cortisol levels into normal ranges, making it effective for stress management. It can also be used as a sleep aid due to its calming effects, affecting the neurotransmitter GABA, which is crucial for relaxation and sleep. 

Anti-Inflammatory and Antioxidant Effects
Magnolia exhibits anti-inflammatory properties by inhibiting COX-2 activity, providing a natural approach to inflammation without the side effects associated with certain drugs. As an antioxidant, Magnolia helps neutralize free radicals, supporting cardiovascular health, protecting organs, and enhancing cellular health.

Gut Health and Microbiome Support
Magnolia can contribute to gut health by increasing the diversity of the microbiome and calming the digestive tract. Its anti-inflammatory effects may be beneficial for conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and it could be considered as an adjunct therapy for gut-related symptoms.

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Ritamarie Loscalzo

Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo is a best-selling author and speaker known for her extensive knowledge, infectious energy, and inspirational message that encourages individuals to become their own best health advocate. She is an internationally recognized nutrition and health authority who specializes in using the wisdom of nature to restore hormone balance with a special emphasis on thyroid, adrenal and insulin imbalances. She founded the Institute of Nutritional Endocrinology to empower health and nutrition practitioners to get to the root cause of health concerns by using functional assessments and natural therapeutics to balance the endocrine system, the body's master controller.

Dr. Ritamarie is a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic with Certification in Acupuncture and is a Diplomat of the American Clinical Nutrition Board. She is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist with a Master’s in Human Nutrition, has completed a 2-year, 500-hour Herbal Medicine Program at David Winston’s Center for Herbal Studies and has a master's degree in Computer Science, which contributes to her skills as an ace problem solver.