HEALTH TIPS

BOOST YOUR HEALTH THIS AUTUMN

We are now moving into Autumn and the days are becoming much cooler and the nights darker - we need to ensure that we can be the healthiest that we can be to protect ourselves from viruses and flu - recommendations for a sickness free autumn and winter

  • Ensure to get a good nights sleep - minimum 7 hours - sleep is vital to our physical well being as well as our mental health

  • Spend time with the family - this will increase our serotonin levels (feel good hormone) thus contributing to our overall well being

  • Refrain from smoking - cigarettes contain many toxins which can contribute to many diseases - choose a day and quit

  • Wash hands regularly - this will help prevent viruses invading the body

  • Exercise daily - as well as increasing serotonin level it also helps to control weight, reduces risk of heart disease, is good for muscle and bone health and increases energy levels

  • Cleanse your system - try a daily smoothie diet (message me for recipes) full of beneficial nutrients - this will help in ridding the body of toxins, will help with hormonal balance, will help with weight management, is good for the gut amongst other health benefits

  • Ensure you take a vitamin D supplement from October if not exposed to sun - adequate vitamin D levels has been shown to be essential for a healthy immune system and for protection against viruses

  • Try sober October - eliminate alcohol for a month - this will give the liver a ‘rest’, will help with detoxing and as alcohol depletes B vitamins will increase energy levels

Ensure you have adequate amounts of omega 3 essential oils as the health benefits are enormous.

These oils are found predominantly in oily fish such as sardines, anchovies, mackerel, herring and salmon.  Vegetarian options include flaxseeds

Health benefits include:

1. Omega 3s have been shown to have many benefits for a healthy heart including lowering blood pressure and raising 'good' cholesterol levels.

2.  Helps to improve immunity.

3.  Getting enough omega 3s during pregnancy has been associated with numerous benefits for the child including higher intelligence and less behavioral problems

4.  Optimal amounts of omega 3s have been linked to a reduced risk of macular degeneration.

5.  One study showed that omega 3 supplementation had the same anti inflammatory abilities comparable to ibuprofen.

6.  Studies have found that people consuming omega 3s regularly are less likely to be depressed.

7.  Studies have shown that getting enough omega 3s in the first year of life can help reduce autoimmune conditions such as type 1 diabetes and multiple sclerosis.

8.  Supplementing with omega 3s may also help reduce the frequency of mood swings in people with bi-polar dissorder.

9.  Higher omega 3 intake is associated with a decreased link to age related diseases such as Alzheimers.

10. Studies have indicated that omega 3s can improve bone health by increasing the amount of calcium in the bones.


TRY ONE OF THESE JUICES DAILY FOR A WEEK OR LONGER - CHOOSE THE ONE THAT YOU FEEL YOUR HEALTH MAY BENEFIT FROM THE MOST

                                                                                   Benefits

Apple, beetroot, carrot                                                 Bones, blood and skin

Carrot, orange, lemon, apple                                        Tissue healing, cardiovascular system

Carrot, celery, parsley                                                  Bones, blood, immune system, skin

Papaya, coconut, pineapple, nutmeg                             Anti-inflammatory, digestive system calmer

Cucumber, celery, carrots, pineapple                             Digestion, IBS, stress

Carrots, beetroot, celery, basil                                      Digestion, skin, liver

Orange and mint                                                           Ear, nose and throat soother

Watermelon, mint, pineapple, celery                              Energy, digestion, blood cleanser, brain booster

Watermelon, ginger, mint                                              Calms mind, body and soul

                                                                                  

                                              

 

Apple Cider Vinegar - a teaspoon daily either in water or on its own may have enormous health benefits such as -1. Contains acetic acids which aids in reducing inflammation, and also has an alkaline effect on the body2. Helps to fight off pathogens …

Apple Cider Vinegar - a teaspoon daily either in water or on its own may have enormous health benefits such as -

1. Contains acetic acids which aids in reducing inflammation, and also has an alkaline effect on the body

2. Helps to fight off pathogens such as harmful bacteria in the gut as well as treating skin problems such as warts, acne and nail fungus

3. Has been shown to improve insulin sensitivity

4. Studies have shown that a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar can reduce cholesterol levels - helping to keep a healthy heart

5. Studies have also shown that a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar daily increased satiety therefore aiding in weight loss