I’m sharing a full recap of my experience at the Reimagining Health Summit, along with what I learned. My attendance and trip was provided through EquiLife as one of the winners of the 100 Day Challenge. You don’t have to be Integrative Health Professional to attend – I’d love to see you at next year’s conference!
Hello friends! how are you How was the weekend? Ours was good, but crazy. It was the pilot change of command ceremony (after 3 years as commanding officer), the school auction and the NCL tea and fashion show. It was a blast, but my social battery needs a recharge. I spend most of the day in my pajamas working and will escape for a short hike later – the weather has been a dream!
Now that we’re back home from our trip and I’ve had a chance to process everything, I can finally share a full recap of the Reimagining Health Summit. It was my first time attending and it definitely exceeded my high expectations. I also had time to hang out with my business and health buddy, Giselle!
Reimagining Health Summit Recap + what I learned
About the RHS and selected speakers
The Reimagining Health Summit is a conference focused on healthy living and longevity presented by EquiLife and the Integrative Health Practitioner Institute. EquiLife products, functional labs and this company have changed my life in the best way possible and becoming certified as an IHP is one of the best things I have done for my business, the health of myself, my clients and our family. I have learned so much and been able to connect with an incredible IHP community while supporting a company that I greatly respect and admire.
It’s a three-day conference and this year’s was in Orlando, Florida.
Some of the featured speakers:
– Dr. Stephen Cabral
– Dr. Antonio Jimenez, MD, ND (founder of Hope 4 Cancer in Mexico)
– Dr. Sean Drake, breath coordinator
– Dr. Staci Whitman, Functional Dentist
– Rudy Nassif (founder of Vivarays)
– The Mind Pump Crew!
– Angi and Arland (co-founders of Mamoosh and HRD//KLL)
– Kate Mills
and so many more.
What I learned:
I took a lot of notes during the conference, which could be spread over multiple blog posts (I’ll save you the ha), but here are some of my highlights:
– How energy is linked to mitochondrial function and is a component of maintaining longevity. If you have no energy, you have nothing.
– How to use methylene blue- I wanted to try it!
– About hydrogen water and how it can increase hydration 6-10x. I got to try it at the summit and loved it. I kind of want a Kangen machine now.
– Stop 2-3 reps before muscle fatigue. You’ll get the same results without a lot of pain to maintain consistency.
In the LIGHT:
– 1/3 energy from food, 2/3 from light. Blue light at night affects insulin sensitivity and can make you crave more sugar and cabr
– Morning sunlight 20 minutes – cloudy 30 minutes
– Go outside 2 hours after sunrise to get UVA light – allows you to produce serotonin and dopamine
– Wear vivarays that harmonize daily lenses
– Watch the sunset – light is information
– We turn off the lights at night. Use candles and salt lamps
– Wear evening glasses after sunset
– 1 hour before bed switch to red lenses for sleep
– Eyes are rich in mitochondria
– Take off your glasses to see the book (download this!)
For dental health:
– The mouth is the gut – the gateway to the body and the beginning of the digestive system
– Ask about fillings, root canals, gingivitis, periodontal disease with clients
– Microbe and impact on systemic health
How oral inflammation can contribute to chronic disease
– heart diseases
– RA and other autoimmune
– diabetes
– Respiratory diseases
– Fertility and pregnancy complications
We pass the bacteria in our mouths to our babies. Focus on nutrition, anti-inflammatory foods, foods to avoid, sugar and processed foods
Sleep and oral health – airway. How do they sleep and breathe at night?
Posture and oral health – posture affects the jaw and bite, TMJ, headaches and neck pain related to oral health
Toxins: how toxins affect oral health, mycotoxins, heavy metals, reducing exposure to toxins. Mold affects the absorption of nutrients
Hormonal changes in oral health – gum inflammation, low progesterone can affect collagen
Brush in the morning or 30 minutes after breakfast and scrape the tongue
Add baking soda to the water collection
Fygg brand, rise well, bioctin (newer),
Whitening: Lumiineaux
Book: Breath by James Nester
The report:
The exhibition at RHS was quite small (especially compared to the behemoth that was the Biohacking Conference), but of high quality. So many of my favorite products and companies were there including EquiLife products for days, Therasage, Air Doctor and AquaTru, Kangen, Vivarays and more.
There was also a place for IVs, so Giselle and I got a Meyer’s Cocktail IV with added glutathione (my favorite combo, especially if I’m at conferences, traveling a lot, or feel like I might be fighting something).
VIP/Speaker/Challenge Winner Dinner:
During the conference, we also had the opportunity to attend the VIP dinner as the winners of the challenge. This was a small private event including EquiLife faculty, conference speakers and fellow challenge winners. They really went above and beyond with this dinner, featuring a delicious and healthy four-course meal, open bar, presentations and recognition.
Amazing pro: the food!!
One of the things that really surprised me about RHS was the food. I knew that EquiLife and Dr. Cabral put a lot of thought and care into the food they served, and it was obvious. The food was still festive and fun, while still being nutrient dense and not greasy at all.
Cockatiel hours had sushi one night with lots of sushi and mini poke bowls, and the second night it was giant charcuterie spreads, hummus and veggies. Lunches were high in protein (salmon and chicken) with lots of vegetables and seasoned potatoes, soups and gluten free and vegan dessert options.
Bars were set up around the venue during cocktail hours, which featured a signature mocktail each day.
The menu was extremely well thought out and it was one of the only times I’ve been to a convention where I was able to eat food that I like and that makes me feel good the whole time.
RHS Clothing:
I had some questions about IG about my outfits for RHS so I thought I’d link them up here!
We headed straight to the cruise from Summit so I had two packages for two trips in a row. I kept all of our Orlando stuff in one suitcase and our cruise stuff in another. it worked well!
Getting to know Dr. Cabral in real life:
One of the highlights of the trip was the ability to meet Dr. Cabral in real life. It’s funny because he was a guest on the podcast a few years ago, and I didn’t know that much about him then. (I did some pretty basic research before the episode, mostly making it up, but I thought we’d have a good conversation.) Once the episode was over, I knew I wanted to learn as much as possible from him. He is the real deal and genuinely wants to help as many people as possible. I am grateful that he has been my mentor for the past two years and it was amazing to finally meet him in person.
I was also able to meet so many of my IHP colleagues (fellow board members and CPC friends) and EquiLife mentors, in person. It’s an environment where everyone helps each other grow. it is quite exciting and refreshing. I look forward to seeing what EquiLife continues to do in the years to come.
You don’t have to be a Holistic Health Practitioner to attend, but I will say it’s the best certification I’ve done (I’ve done Level 1, Level 2 and am working through HPH now). You do not need to be currently working in the health and wellness industry to become certified. If you are interested in learning more, my referral link is here and FITNESSISTA will give you up to $250 off Levels 1 and 2.
How often do you travel for work? What is one event you look forward to every year?
xoxo
Gina
