1. Drink more water! It is recommended that you drink at least half of your body weight in ounces of water each day. Staying hydrated encourages proper metabolic function. Your body is up to 60 percent water and needs water to function properly. Staying hydrated is one of the most important things you can do for your body. Not only does drinking enough water mean you’re flushing out toxins on the regular (and if that means plenty of bathroom breaks, so be it), it also means your skin will stay healthy, you’ll sleep better and you might even notice that headaches, muscle cramping, digestive issues, and aches and pains subside substantially.
2. Get sweaty! Not only does exercise have numerous health benefits, but it is also a great way for your body to naturally detoxify. Your skin is your largest organ and is key to toxin elimination, sometimes referred to as ‘the third kidney’. So, get moving! Whether it be a heavy workout or a walk around the block, moving and exercising in any form will help with detoxification, as well as other health improvements such as: better mood and reduced levels of stress and anxiety.
3. Increase antioxidant and fiber intake! Antioxidants (found in foods with high levels of Vitamin A, C and E, like berries) help fight free radicals, while fiber (found in whole grains, lentils, beans, fruits and veggies) is essential to proper and regular digestion. Try including more fresh produce into your daily diet.
4. Sleep Sweet! Sleep is essential to a healthy, functioning body. It’s when our body resets our brain, repairs cells, and flushes out toxins from our liver and kidneys. Be sure you are getting quality sleep and resting when your body needs it.
5. Breathe Deep! Conscious, deep breathing can help stimulate your lymphatic system. Long and slow breathing helps to stimulate lymph flow. A few times each day, try making time to take focused deep breaths.
What are some of your favorite ways to detoxify daily?
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Have you heard of oil pulling? Oil pulling is where you swish coconut oil around in your mouth for 15-20 minutes. Studies have shown that oil pulling can prevent plaque, gingivitis, and bacteria that can cause bad breath, it can also improve your immune system, among many other things.
How does oil pulling work? It is pretty simple! Most microorganisms in your mouth have cells that are covered with a fatty membrane. When these cells come into contact with the coconut oil, which is also a fat, they naturally stick to each other. When you swish the coconut oil around in your mouth, it draws the microorganisms from all the corners, between your teeth, and under your tongue. The bacteria then get swept away when you spit out the coconut oil!
You may think that oil pulling is a new trend, but it has been used for more than 3,000 years!
How to oil pull:
Take a spoonful of organic extra virgin coconut oil, swish it in your mouth for 15-20 minutes, and then spit it out in the trash! Don’t swallow the oil or spit it in the sink (it can clog the sink). Make sure to brush and floss as normal.
Try adding 1 drop of Clove Essential Oil to your coconut oil for added benefits. Clove Essential Oil can support a healthy immune system and overall wellness, making it a great addition to your oil pulling routine!
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Source consulted: webmd.com/oral-health/features/oil-pulling
I have found that most of us do not like change. We like everything to stay the same. Unfortunately, for some of us, things need to change in order for us to be healthier. We need to change our eating habits, exercise more and sometimes end addictive behaviors. It seems like an insurmountable task. But if you pace yourself and program behaviors as new habits you can take out the struggle.
With a small amount of initial discipline, you can create a new habit that requires little effort to maintain. Here are some tips for creating new habits and making them stick:
1. Commit to One Month – Three to four weeks is all the time you need to make a habit stick. If you can make it through the initial conditioning phase, it becomes much easier to sustain. A month is a good block of time to commit to a change since it easily fits in your calendar.
2. Do it Daily – Consistency is critical if you want to make a habit stick. If you want to start eating healthy, start with small daily adjustments. Add more fruits and veggies, give up that energy drink and replace it with a healthier option. Be sure to make an adjustment everyday, if you skip days, it will be more difficult for it to become a habit.
3. Start Slowly – Don’t try to completely change your life in one day. It is easy to get over-motivated and take on too much. If you wanted to get more exercise, start off with a daily 20 minute walk , not a full on kick-boxing class!
4. Set Reminders – Around two weeks into your commitment it can be easy to forget. Place reminders to execute your habit each day or you might miss a few days. If you miss time it defeats the purpose of setting a habit to begin with.
6. Get a Buddy – Find someone who will go along with you and keep you motivated if you feel like quitting.
7. Forgive Yourself – Don’t expect all your attempts to change habits to be successful immediately. If you forget or “slip up” just get right back to it the next day.
8. Reduce Temptation – Remove junk food from your house, throw out the cigarettes so you won’t need to struggle with willpower later.
9. Write it Down – Writing makes your ideas more clear and focuses you on your end result.
10. Do it For Yourself – Don’t do it to please someone else. If you don’t do it for yourself, it will not become a habit. You have to believe there is value in it for you!
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Laundry may be piling up, but don’t let harmful chemicals pile up too! Several common laundry products are known to contain harsh chemicals that can wreak havoc on your body and affect indoor air quality. One study found that many household products contained endocrine disrupting compounds. Of the items examined, fragranced products contained the highest concentrations. Another study found several VOCS (volatile organic compounds) coming out of dryer vents. Dryer sheets are one of the common items from these findings that are used regularly in homes.
A standard dryer sheet is generally made up of polyester fibers that are coated with a fabric softening agent and more often than not, fragrance chemicals. The ingredient “fragrance” alone can include up to hundreds of unlisted chemicals. During the drying process, dryer sheets can leave a residue on your clothes, which can then be passed on to your skin.
Give your home and clothes proper, natural care with wool dryer balls! Wool dryer balls are a great alternative, with many benefits.
3 Reasons to use Wool Dryer Balls:
1. Save money! The average family does anywhere between 5 and 10 loads of laundry a week. Instead of using a dryer sheet with each load, reuse your dryer balls, hundreds of loads later.
2. They’re eco-friendly!
3. Freshen your laundry, the natural way! Ditch synthetic fragrances by infusing wool dryer balls with your favorite essential oils. I love Lavender, Citrus Fresh, and Tea Tree to name a few.
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I’m gong to start by asking you a few questions. Do you know what products in your home are the most toxic? How many of them do you use on a daily basis? What are the risks associated with using them?
Many of you have not ever even given it a thought. We just go about our day using all the products that our moms and our grandmas used because it’s what we know works to kill germs and clean our homes.
Over the past several years, I have dedicated my time to research regarding all this and let me tell you…it’s eye opening!
To answer the first question, some of the most toxic are: Laundry Detergent, Fabric Softener and Dryer Sheets! They emit toxins while in your washing machine and dryers, they put those toxins onto your skin when you wear the clothes or breathe in the “Fresh” scent all day, then they are in your closet…releasing the toxins into the air for you to breathe in again! FYI…Candles and plug-in air fresheners come in a close second.* Did you know that burning a candle for 2 hours is equivalent to smoking a pack of cigarettes? **
There are many risks associated with using these products. When our bodies are chemically overloaded we may feel it as lethargy, inability to focus, sleep trouble, chronic inflammation, unexplained pain, fibromyalgia, skin issues, adult acne, hormones, hot flashes , stress, anxiety and fear. If you experience any of this, its time you take a look at what’s in your home.
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