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2 Copyright Ritamarie Loscalzo, MS, DC, CCN, DACBN All rights reserved. Austin, Texas, USA. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, whether electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without prior permission of the author. Please do not give away, publish on a website or in a newsletter or sell without permission of the author. You have permission to make as many printed or backup copies as you desire for personal use only. Thank you for respecting the hard work that went into creating this document for your education and enjoyment. This edition was published in the United States of America by Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo. DrRitamarie@DrRitamarie.com Disclaimer The techniques and advice described in this book represent the opinions of the author based on her training and experience. The author expressly disclaims any responsibility for any liability, loss or risk, personal or otherwise, which is incurred as a result of using any of the techniques, recipes or recommendations suggested herein. The responsibility for the consequences of your use of any suggestion or procedure described hereafter lies not with the authors, publisher or distributors of this book. This book is not intended as medical or health advice. If in any doubt, or if requiring medical advice, please contact the appropriate health professional. We recommend consulting with a licensed health professional before making major diet and lifestyle changes. If you enjoy the information in this program, we would like to encourage you to show your support by sharing your testimonial with us, sharing our website with your friends and family, and supporting our continued work by considering our other programs and products.

3 Table of Contents Table of Contents... 2 Program Actions Checklist... 3 Getting Started... Error! Bookmark not defined. Part 1: Brain and Neurotransmitter Assessment... 3 Part 2: How Your Brain and Nervous System Work... 4 Part 3: What Can Go Wrong... 5 Part 4: Food, Nutrients, and Herbs... 6 Part 5: Lifestyle Factors... 7 About Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo, MS, DC, CCN, DACBN... 8 Page 2 of 8

4 Program Actions Checklist In this document, you ll find a helpful checklist of the step-by-step actions to move forward in the Brain Revitalizing Actions & Improving Neurotransmitters (BRAIN) Health Program. The action items below are short summary points. You will find more complete descriptions and links to materials and resources on the private members website. Part 1: Brain and Neurotransmitter Assessment Watch the instructional video, Part 1: Brain and Neurotransmitter Assessment. Assess the current state of your brain and neurotransmitter health. Complete the online or PDF assessment. Complete your Part 1 Progress Journal. Page 3 of 8

5 Part 2: How Your Brain and Nervous System Work Watch the instructional video, Part 2: How Your Brain and Nervous System Work. Complete your Part 2 Progress Journal. Page 4 of 8

6 Part 3: What Can Go Wrong Watch the instructional video, Part 3: What Can Go Wrong. Go gluten-free and access gluten-free living resources to understand why it's so important for your brain and overall health. Complete your Part 3 Progress Journal. Page 5 of 8

7 Part 4: Food, Nutrients, and Herbs Watch the instructional video, Part 4: Food, Nutrients, and Herbs. Reminder: Go gluten-free and access gluten-free living resources to understand why it's so important for your brain and overall health. Identify your deficient nutrients and start eating the foods that are most abundant in those nutrients (or consider supplementation). Use the Brain and Neurotransmitter Balancing Nutrients: The Most Important document for reference. Optimize your omega-3 essential fatty acids intake and balance. Optimize your protein intake and absorption. Consider taking liquid ionic minerals. Optimize your hydration and drink filtered water. Eat a whole foods, antioxidant-rich, organic diet that includes plenty of leafy greens, fruits, and vegetables. Complete your Part 4 Progress Journal. Page 6 of 8

8 Part 5: Lifestyle Factors Watch the instructional video, Part 5: Lifestyle Factors. Confer with your doctor/practitioner. Eat organic as much as possible. Grow your own food when possible, especially sprouts. Avoid food ingredients that are neurotoxic. Avoid caffeine. Avoid or minimize alcohol. Avoid processed grains Avoid the top food allergens. Avoid sugar. Avoid heated and trans fats. Keep your blood sugar in balance. Get enough sleep. Reduce toxic exposures in your environment. Move your body. Investigate brain exercises. Practice Transforming Stress System "mini-vacations" 5 times a day. Avoid unnecessary medications. Build fun into your day! Reassess your progress in 3 months. Complete your Part 5 Progress Journal. Page 7 of 8

9 About Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo, MS, DC, CCN, DACBN Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo, the founder of the Institute of Nutritional Endocrinology, is fiercely committed to transforming exhausted high achievers all over the globe into high energy people who love their lives and live to their full potential. As a Doctor of Chiropractic with Certifications in Acupuncture, Nutrition, Herbal Medicine and HeartMath, she s also a certified living foods chef, instructor and coach, and has trained and certified hundreds of others in the art of living foods. A bestselling author, speaker, and internationally recognized nutrition and hormone health authority, Dr. Ritamarie combines the ancient healing wisdom of whole fresh foods and herbs with modern scientific research to inspire people everywhere to recharge their energy and reclaim their lives. Dr. Ritamarie offers online courses, long distance coaching and counseling, as well as inperson classes and hands-on healing methodology. To learn more and get started on 7 Simple Strategies to Jumpstart Your Energy Practically Overnight, visit or access Dr. Ritamarie s extensive collection of vibrant living health resources at Page 8 of 8