How do you prepare a meal to help keep #cravings under control? Include these 3 essential components:
1.Lean protein
2.Fiber-rich veggies
3.Unsweetened hydration
#health#wellness
Did you know #omega3 fatty acids contribute to 18% of our brain's weight?
Our body doesn't naturally produce Omega 3s, so we need to get it from other sources.
Sources: Chia seeds, salmon, Chinese broccoli, herring, spinach, walnuts, fish oil, flaxseeds.
#health#brain
Beets contain geosmin, a compound that gives them an earthy taste. But geosmin has antioxidant & #antiinflammatory activity. Plus, beets are rich in compounds that turn into nitric oxide that helps dilate blood vessels and lower #bloodpressure. #health
Excess #sodium intake (over 2000mg/day) has been associated with increased insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome.
Easy ways to reduce sodium: choose reduced sodium products, eat more whole foods, skip the salt & salty sauces added to food.
#health#nutricion
Our bodies have a “switch” that activates inflammation, including chronic inflammation
This switch is called nuclear factor-kappa B (NF-kB).
Research shows that sulforaphane in broccoli blocks NF-kB, reducing inflammation that contributes to heart disease, cancer growth & more
Regular tea consumption was associated with 50% lower risk of cognitive disorders & 86% lower risk for those with ApoE4 who have a genetic risk of Alzheimer's.
Teas used in the study: green, black, oolong teas.
https://t.co/J1y9TnymtK
#brainhealth#tea#alzheimers
Adrenal fatigue can occur overtime as a result of constant stress. Have any of these symptoms? It may be time to release some stress 🧘 #658create#HealthIsWealth
Stressful situations all the time can really wipe out your #AdrenalGlands, which are responsible for your #stress response. Unfortunately, this chronic stress causes #AdrenalFatigue, which can make you experience include extreme fatigue, brain fog, insulin resistance, & more.
#StressedOut? Sounds like it’s time to take a few minutes doing something you love. And maybe also try these herbs? For centuries, people in many cultures around the world have used a variety of herbs to fight stress, these are just a few of them.
Feeling under the weather? ☔️ What you eat can make a big difference in fighting illness. Try these foods next time you’re feeling down #658create#healthiswealth
You might not have much of an appetite when you’re #sick, but the right foods can help you feel better AND nourish your body, giving it the nutrients it needs to fight. They can even help relieve certain symptoms and help you heal more quickly.
Movement is Key to Optimal Health.
Health conditions that are a result of not using our muscles or moving our body in any way:
Chronic Diseases
Lower Back Problems
Decreased Brain Function
Muscle Loss
Chronic Fatigue
Potential Blood Clots
#sedentary#movement#optimalhealth
Tips to Promote Long Term Fat Loss:
✨Add More Protein to Diet
✨Reduce Excess Carb Intake
✨Strength Train!
✨Sleep Better
✨Add Healthy Fats
✨Eliminate Refined Foods (sugar, grains etc.)
#fatloss#weightloss#optimalhealth