It’s easier than ever to neglect our health and forget to concern ourselves with overall wellness because we’re busier than ever. Keeping up with family, work and social engagements means everyone else gets our attention – and there’s none left for dealing with our own needs and taking care of ourselves. It’s no wonder so many people feel rundown, tired and even sick. But there are simple and effective things that everyone can do right away to improve our quality of life.
Here are 4 actions you can start right now that will make a huge difference in the quality – and perhaps the quantity – of your life:
Don’t stop drinking. Water, that is. Sure, you’ve heard this message literally hundreds or even thousands of time, but you can’t go wrong drinking more water. We’re about 72 percent water, and losing just 5 percent of your fluids can drop energy by up to 30 percent. If you lose 15 percent of your fluids, well, you’re going to die. Yet research shows that as many as two-thirds of us don’t drink enough water. When you add in bad food quality and stress, you can see why many of us feel, look and act badly. But getting enough water is something you can easily control. Drink 8 to 10 glasses a day and watch as your energy level jumps dramatically.
Eat food that’s still alive. Okay, it doesn’t have to be kicking. In fact, you may not want to eat animals at all. But this much is certain: Cooking food over 116 degrees destroys many of its nutrients. Eating raw celery and carrots is one way to get your fresh, wholesome veggies, but you can also get your recommended 5 servings a day in a more appealing way by juicing. While drinking fruit juice is controversial because of all the sugar and the lack of fiber, there’s nothing controversial about getting your veggies in liquid form, especially if you use a juicer that leaves the fiber in. Plus, vegetable juice is portable, can be packed for you the kids and tastes great once you find the perfect combination for you. Add wheatgrass for a big boost.
Keep moving. Energy is designed to be acquired and then used, not stored in your body somewhere that you aren’t looking. Exercise is the way you keep your energetic juices flowing. But don’t get stuck in a rut. Move your body in a variety of way – doing things you actually enjoy, like water aerobics, yoga, dance, step and whatever the gym happens to be offering when you stop by. Or get a stepper or exercise bike for home so you never have to go the gym. Then, you can watch a TV show of your choosing or listen to whatever you want while exercising.
Detox. Heavy metals, pesticides and other toxins and impurities invade our bodies by air, food and through our skin. So take every opportunity to detox. This doesn’t mean you need a juice fast every week. It just means that you must take actions that are known to reduce toxins. One is drinking a lot of water (there’s that advice again), another is eating high-energy foods (yep!) and yet another is using some kind of product that helps you get rid of toxins, like detox foot pads, supplements and more. Rather than detoxing occasionally, make it part of your daily routine.
Learn more about BodyPure detox foot pads and you’ll see that they can be an important part of living better, feeling better and keeping your body lean and toxin-free. And that can allow you to live your best life.
