Is It Healthier For Couples To Sleep In Separate Beds?

by Mar De Carlo  Although, sharing the same bed each night can work and be beneficial for many couples, sleeping in separate beds can be just as beneficial and necessary for other couples.A National Sleep Foundation survey found that as many as 25 percent of couples, 1 in 4 couples reported sleeping in separate beds. To […]

What color is best for your bedroom environment?

Best shade of blue for sleeping by Mar De Carlo Cited in Homes and Gardens Blue: the non-stimulating color. Studies show that any blue bedroom color promotes relaxation, calms the nervous system and supports a tranquil atmosphere. When our eye registers blue, it causes the hypothalamus to produce more melatonin and the adrenal glands to reduce […]

Steps to Starting Your Own Holistic Coaching Business

by Mar De Carlo, founder of the International Parenting & Health Institute   Before embarking on your new journey as a business owner, it is extremely important to consider the following factors which can support or slow down your business: Taking the Small Business Readiness Assessment A healthy environment Managing negative relationships and welcoming positive […]

How Sleep Enhances Mood, Memory and Performance

How Sleep Enhances Mood, Memory and Performance By Mar De Carlo In addition to regular exercise and proper nutrition, having consistent quality sleep with the right amount of sleep is vital for our overall health and wellbeing. Sleep is essential for optimal human function and plays an important role in learning, memory, mood, and performance. […]

Interview with Mar De Carlo, Sleep Expert on the Daily Flash Show

 Below is the full original script prepared prior to the live show: Daily Flash Show: Why is it so hard for most people to get a good night’s sleep? Mar De Carlo: There are many specific individual reasons why it is so hard for most people to get a good night’s sleep. However, we […]

The importance of holistically addressing questions

“When parents experience a child’s sleep challenge, one of the most common paths parents take to solve the ‘problem’ is one of public inquisition, usually with the general questions being asked right from the start. Quite often parents seek the support of online forums or public groups where the root of sleep issues are not […]