Running on empty?
By Luma Wealth on August 18, 2020
Fuel Your Health
Many women put themselves last on the priority list — but for the sake of your well-being, and to better equip you to take care of your family, give yourself permission to take care of yourself.
You have the power to change
Recently, Luma Wealth clients received tips and words of encouragement from Health & Empowerment Coach Maria Zemen of True To You Coaching. She offered sensible ways to fuel your health, manage stress and help avoid chronic diseases, such as diabetes and heart disease. Some of her best tips are below:
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- Eat real food and balanced meals. When food shopping, focus on the perimeter of the store, where many of the store’s healthy foods are often found, and buy fresh fruits and vegetables (organic if you eat the skin), lean protein and if you’re going to consume dairy products, make sure they are organic to avoid added hormones. When you do shop the middle aisles, read the labels and avoid foods with ingredients you can’t pronounce and preservatives. Eat the right combination of foods for your energy needs, including lean protein, healthy fats and fiber (primarily from fruits and veggies).
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- Nourish yourself. Light up your soul with things you enjoy doing, such as going for a walk or reading a book, dancing or painting your nails. Taking some time to slow down can help keep your stress hormones in check and curb your food cravings.
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- Maintain an active lifestyle. Incorporate movement into your everyday activities, whether that means mowing the lawn, doing the laundry, or taking the stairs instead of the elevator. Exercise to get your heart rate up for at least 30 mins a day, five times a week. To build lean muscle, incorporate strength training three times per week.
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- Drink lots of water. Water helps your body function properly, aids in digestion and boosts your metabolism. The amount you need depends upon your lifestyle; however, a good rule of thumb is to aim to drink 60% of your body weight each day in ounces of water. So, for example, a woman who weighs 150 pounds would fill up her water bottle with about 90 ounces each day.
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- Create a plan of action. Writing down your action items increases the likelihood of success. So, whether you’re promising yourself a walk on the beach or a healthy snack like a Chocolate Frosty Smoothie, put it on your list of ‘How to Fuel Your Health.’
What is wealth without health? We encourage you to take some time to care for yourself and join in on Luma Wealth events — to help you nourish you!
