Welcome to the Salute to Wellness Blog: Real Food, Real Healing, Real Results.
Hi, I’m Diana — and if you’re tired, in pain, or just feeling off, you’re in the right place.
This space was created for you. To help you reclaim your energy, reduce discomfort, and feel more at home in your body again, using real food, gentle routines, and soul-deep support.
Here on the blog, you’ll find:
Nourishing recipes and meal plans to help you feel better, not restricted
Holistic tips for supporting your digestion, hormones, joints, and mood
Mindset practices to bring you back to yourself
And simple ways to care for your body without the pressure to be perfect
You don’t need to overhaul your life.
You just need a place to start — and a guide who sees the whole you.
Let this be that place.
Your wellness journey starts here ↓ Keep scrolling for insight, inspiration, and anti-inflammatory goodness
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Your wellness journey starts here ↓ Keep scrolling for insight, inspiration, and anti-inflammatory goodness ↓
What I’m Drinking, Moving & Loving This Week
Refreshing cucumber & lime chia fresca recipe + a gentle reminder that pausing to reset can help you return feeling recharged and ready to give again.
Why You Feel “Off” Lately: How Stress & Mood Are Deeply Connected
Feeling foggy, irritable, or unlike yourself? Explore how your body and mind are connected, and how small daily rituals can help you feel more like you again.
What I’m Eating, Moving & Loving This Week
Enjoy this refreshing chickpea avocado sandwich and learn how your mindset can reduce inflammation. A cozy summer recipe and wellness reflection for women 45+.
Hidden Triggers Keeping Your Inflammation High (And How to Spot Them)
Explore gentle ways women over 45 can spot hidden triggers of chronic inflammation, from poor sleep to stress and food sensitivities. Feel at home in your body.
What I’m Eating, Moving, and Loving This Week
Explore Diana’s cozy wellness routine for women over 45: an anti-inflammatory berry basil smoothie, gentle stretching, and the healing ritual of Morning Pages. Find natural ways to calm inflammation and feel at home in your body.
Why Chronic Inflammation Keeps You Exhausted (and How to Break Free Naturally)
Feeling exhausted all the time? Discover how chronic inflammation drains your energy, and simple natural steps to help women over 45 feel vibrant again.
5 Simple Shifts That Helped Me Start Healing My Body (Again)
Feeling burned out or stuck on your wellness journey? Discover 5 simple, gentle shifts that can help women over 45 begin healing from chronic stress and inflammation, without overwhelm. Explore practical tips and get support from Salute to Wellness.
When Healing Hits Home: A Personal Update on Penney (and a Glimpse of What’s Coming Next)
When my dog Penney was diagnosed with fused vertebrae, it brought back the emotions of my own arthritis diagnosis. In this heartfelt post, I share how our healing journeys are intertwined—and how it’s inspired me to create something new to help others manage pain and nourish their bodies with care.
The Ancient Science That Understood Inflammation Before Modern Medicine
Discover how the ancient science of Ayurveda identified and addressed chronic inflammation long before it became a modern health buzzword. Learn what this means for your wellness journey today.
Why Healing Chronic Inflammation Requires More Than Just Diet
Food matters, but it's not the whole story. Discover why healing chronic inflammation requires a deeper, mind-body approach —and how Ayurveda may be the missing link to your wellness journey.
When You're Just Tired: A Gentle Reminder You're Not Alone
Struggling to balance work, family, and wellness goals? You're not alone. In this honest post, holistic coach Diana shares a heartfelt reminder that it's okay to feel tired - and how rest is a vital part of the healing journey.
My Journey to Holistic Wellness: From Trauma to Healing
After surviving a traumatic attack and years of chronic symptoms, I finally found the root cause: inflammation. Discover how I healed naturally through holistic wellness, functional nutrition, and mind-body practices - and how I now help others do the same.
Understanding Your Inflammation Type: What It Means and What to Do
Not all inflammation is the same. Learn how to identify your inflammation type—stress-based, gut-driven, toxic load, or joint-related—and discover simple, holistic steps to reduce symptoms and feel better naturally.
Spring Clean Your Body: Natural Ways to Detox and Fight Inflammation
Discover simple, natural ways to support your body’s detox pathways and reduce chronic inflammation this spring. These gentle, holistic tips are perfect for women over 45 ready to feel lighter, clearer, and more energized - without extreme cleanses.
Healing Chronic Inflammation Naturally: The Best Low-Impact Exercises for Longevity
Chronic inflammation can leave you feeling fatigued, stiff, and in pain—but the right movement can help heal your body naturally. Discover the best low-impact exercises for reducing inflammation, including yoga, Pilates, walking, and strength training. Learn how to build a sustainable, healing movement routine that supports your joints, reduces stress, and promotes long-term wellness.
Finding My Voice: Releasing the Weight of Others’ Insecurities
For years, I held myself back, dimming my light to make others comfortable. But I’ve learned that my voice matters—and so does yours. Read my journey of self-discovery, releasing the weight of others’ insecurities, and embracing my true self.
Gut Health & Inflammation: The Missing Link to Feeling Your Best
Struggling with bloating, fatigue, joint pain, or brain fog? Your gut health may be the missing link! Learn how poor gut health fuels inflammation and discover the best gut-healing foods, probiotics, and daily habits to restore balance and feel your best.
What I’m Eating, Moving, and Loving This Week (March 9)
Discover what I’m eating, how I’m moving, and what’s inspiring me this week! From anti-inflammatory meal ideas and easy meal prep recipes to mindful movement and self-care rituals, get inspired to nourish your body and mind.
What I’m Eating, Moving & Loving This Week – March 3
Discover what I’m eating, how I’m moving, and what’s inspiring me this week! From anti-inflammatory meals and mindful movement to simple wellness rituals, get tips to nourish your body and feel your best.
How I Discovered My Passion for Holistic Health Coaching
My journey from military medic to holistic health coach wasn’t a straight path, but every challenge led me here. After struggling with inflammation and misalignment in my career, I found my true purpose—helping others heal naturally. Read my story and discover how I’m turning my passion into a full-time business.
Food matters, but it's not the whole story. Discover why healing chronic inflammation requires a deeper, mind-body approach —and how Ayurveda may be the missing link to your wellness journey.