10 Energy, Health and Beauty Boosters

Drink pure water -  It is very possible that when you are feeling tired, it is a signal from your body to let you know - you are dehydrated.  Before you turn to caffeine or a sugared drink like juice or soda, try drinking a glass of pure clean water.  You may find a wonderful welcome response from head to toe as your body absorbs the needed water. Anxiety, fatigue and headache fade away when hydration is balanced.

Eat more vegetables - Greens are the number one missing food from the American diet.  These beauties can be delicious and keep disease away as they are full of vitamins and nutrients that improve circulation, lift spirits, purify blood and strengthen the immune system. Experiment with all  vegetables in the produce department of your local market.  Choose organic and test recipes until you find ways to prepare foods fast and easy. Prepare them in advance so that they may be ready to add to your meals or snack on during the day.  Carrots, celery and broccoli are not the only veggies you can snack on, be creative and enjoy a healthier and more beautiful body, a clearer and more focused mind, a joyful and enthusiastic outlook and a longer life!

Use healthy sweeteners - Avoid sugar and processed artificial sweeteners. Use real and gentle sweeteners like maple syrup, raw honey, brown rice syrup, agave nectar and stevia. Add more sweet vegetables such as yams, carrots and beets to your diet to decrease your needs or cravings for unhealthy sweets.

Get moving - Start with simple activities, like walking or yoga – start with 10 minutes a day and increase the time as you feel comfortable and you will see the results in your body, mind and spirit. Your body loves to move.

Sleep more and take breaks - When you are tired or stressed, your body will crave energy (and processed sweets). These cravings are often a result of being sleep deprived. By taking a quick break at work, going for a walk, doing some breathing exercises – you allow your body to recharge and will work efficiently for the rest of the day.

Eat the right amount of animal food - If you are eating too much or too little, you can have all kinds of reactions from low energy to digestive issues. Experiment and keep a record by journaling to find the right balance for your body.

Take time to recharge - Find activities that restore your energy, like, walking, shopping, or bathing and schedule a weekly date with yourself to do these things.

Listen to your body - Find ways to separate from everything and everyone to keep in touch with you.  By doing this you can better hear your body’s subtle messages to you and know the ways you will feel grounded, focused and full of joy. You could find this time during a spiritual practice, by meditating, dancing, drawing, being in nature or playing with pets.

Smile, hug and spend time with your friends and family This is of utmost importance, get your vitamin L, that’s L, for love every day! People are important, spend time with people who support, inspire and energize you. 

Reduce or eliminate caffeine - The ups and downs of caffeine include dehydration and blood sugar swings, making mood swings more frequent, not to mention confuse and exhaust you while interrupting your sleep. What’s the big hurry? 

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