As we go into May I'd like to talk more about health and natural living. I am not a health professional. I am just a person who has done research to see what works for me. I hope that you all find this blog helpful and that you will incorporate these tips into your daily routine. I have gathered 4 tips for you to help get you and keep you on track.
Tip #1 Drink Water!!! Water is so important for the body inside and out. Water helps the liver and kidneys flush out nasty toxins so the body can function properly. Water helps with digestion, it allows the bowels to move to keep us from getting constipated. Water can improve your mood. Water can also help with weightloss and clearing up your skin, experts say to drink 1/2 your body weight in ounces. DRINK UP!!!!!!!
Tip#2 Cook from scratch: I know some are probably wondering if they read this correctly, yes you did. Cooking from scratch can be helpful not only for your health but also for your budget I'd say that's a win win. When it comes to cooking from scratch I think it's much healthier for you. You know exactly what it is you are putting into your food, you don't have to worry about high fructose corn syrup, artificial colors, artificial sweeteners, MSG, Sodium nitrates etc. Avoid over processed foods as much as you can, you will be glad you did.
Tip #3 Don't skip breakfast: I am guilty for this, I know I know. Eating breakfast can jump start your metabolism, help with weight loss, and help with brain development. If you do not want to eat a big breakfast eat a piece of fruit, yogurt, or a small serving of oatmeal with blueberries. Eating a healthy breakfast helps boost your energy so if you are tired all the time you may want to make sure you are eating a nutritious breakfast. Eating breakfast everyday will provide you with the proper vitamin and nutrient intake your body needs to get through the day.
Tip #4 Sleep,Sleep,Sleep: Adequate sleep is a key part of a healthy lifestyle, and can benefit your heart, weight, mind, and much much more. In 2010 a study was done on women ages 50-79, it stated that more deaths occurred in women who got less than five hours or more than six and a half of sleep per night. Sleep affects the quality of life so let's strive to get more sleep. I know this may seem impossible to do especially if you have small children, a demanding job, or a hard time falling asleep at night, but we must try to get the appropriate amount of sleep to be able to function and do these things. I'd like to try something this week, lets all try to go to bed an hour earlier to see how we feel. Can we do that? I KNOW we can!!!!
This concludes our blog for tonight. Again I hope this was beneficial and I hope you all can incorporate these four tips into your daily routine. Thank you so much for reading. You all have a blessed night, and don't forget to eat your breakfast.
-Marquia Harmon
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