Where Science Meets Self-Care

Introduction Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are released into the air after chemical reactions occur. These unstable compounds emit invisible gases from a wide range of sources. While not all VOCs are harmful—think of the pleasant scents from flowers or trees—many synthetic VOCs used in paints, coatings, adhesives, furniture, building materials, and aggressive cleaning products can pose serious...

In this inspiring episode of Where Science Meets Self-Care , Ida Fanelli sits down with Karen Miller, a women’s health coach-in-training on a mission to help women over 50 reclaim their energy, strength, confidence, and vitality. Karen shares her personal healing journey after the loss of her father following her parents’ 50th wedding anniversary—and how grief, responsibility as the eldest daughte...

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Pranic Healing —a non-touch energy modality that bridges the gap between clinical knowledge and holistic wellness. We are honored to welcome Mara Messenger , a Level 1 Pranic Healing instructor and certified Pranic Healer from the Ontario Center for Pranic Healing . Mara’s unique background as a talented industrial designer and her deep dedication to...

In this episode Ida Fanelli sits down with Christella Merveille-Ilunga —Registered Behavior Technician, educator, advocate, model, and former Miss Grand Rhode Island & Massachusetts 2022. Christella shares her journey from teaching and behavioral health to the world of modeling and pageantry, highlighting the challenges, pressures, and opportunities that come with redefining beauty standards....

Welcome to Where Science Meets Self-Care , hosted by holistic aesthetician and wellness expert Ida Fanelli . In this inspiring episode, I’m honored to sit down with the incredible Amy Ballantyne —a 2x TEDx speaker , best-selling author of Celebrate Yourself , certified executive & wellness coach , and host of the Power to the People Pleasers Podcast . Amy is the 2025 recipient of the Transform...

Mel Abbott , is the founder of Empower Therapies and creator of The Switch Program , known for her groundbreaking work in ME/CFS recovery , chronic fatigue syndrome , brain retraining , and mind–body healing . At 18, a head injury triggered ME/CFS , leaving Mel unwell for 11 years. After discovering NLP , neuroplasticity, psychology based and mind–body techniques, she made a full recovery — and ha...

Are you getting enough sleep—or is exhaustion silently sabotaging your beauty, brain, and body? In this episode, Sleeping Beauty: Sleep Deprivation and Your Health , I uncover the hidden ways lack of rest impacts your skin, hormones, emotions, gut, immune system, and even your long-term health. ✨ What you’ll learn in this episode: The four stages of sleep and what happens inside your body at each...

Welcome to Where Science Meets Self-Care with Ida Fanelli , holistic aesthetician, reflexologist, IPL technician, and energy healer with over 30 years of experience. In this episode, we spotlight Power in Aging (PIA) — a vibrant movement redefining aging with grace, vitality, and purpose for women 45+. ✨ What you’ll learn in this episode: How Christine Daer (Life Skills Coach & Ageless Grace...

I welcome Dr. Sanjay K. Rout — a senior futurist journalist, global storyteller, medical practitioner, and holistic coach with over 25 years of experience in integrative health, biomedical innovation, and spiritual sciences. Dr. Rout shares his visionary approach to merging Western medicine and Eastern wisdom , blending AI-driven diagnostics, quantum healing, bioenergetics, Ayurveda, neuroscience,...

Kimberley Linert is a pioneer in Behavioral Optometry . While she began her education as a traditional optometrist, her journey soon led her beyond just glasses and eye charts into the deeper layers of vision, where the eyes, brain, and body work together in profound and often surprising ways. Her education spans a broad spectrum—from traditional optometry and brain rehabilitation to microcurrent...

What if your posture, pain, and movement issues could improve without surgery or endless adjustments? In this episode of Where Science Meets Self-Care , holistic aesthetician and reflexologist Ida Fanelli chats with Nathia Gonzalez, Certified Rolfing Practitioner and future Osteopath, about how Rolfing Structural Integration and Osteopathy release fascia, correct imbalances, and help the body heal...

In this episode, I’m thrilled to introduce you to Peggy Smith, the creator and host of The Holistic Nurse — an inspiring internet TV show airing every Thursday at 12 PM EST. Peggy is an independent nurse, animal rescuer, and expert hypnosis practitioner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Join us as we explore: Peggy’s unique journey into holistic nursing and what inspired her path The difference...