…doctors office is wearing masks! I would rather be teased a little for being “paranoid” than to risk spending a week in bed with the flu. If you are recovering from the flu avoid exposing others. Remember to stay home for at least 24 hours after your temperature has returned to normal. Get Your Sleep While this suggestion seems all too obvious, it is easier said then done given our busy lives. For optimal health…
…much easier than I thought it would be and I was and still am a big bread lover. Don’t let your reluctance to let go of comfort foods stand in the way of better health. Give your new gluten free lifestyle a chance to let your body detoxify. A period of two to four weeks should give you an idea of how gluten affects you. If you notice any improvements at all then you are…
…a hand mixer ▪ Pump or squeeze bottles for the finished product ▪ 90% (minimum) Isopropyl Alcohol or Everclear (from liquor store) ▪ Aloe Vera Gel ▪ Tea Tree Oil Procedure: In a blender or mixing bowl combine one part Aloe Vera Gel with three parts isopropyl alcohol or Everclear. Add 10-20 drops of Tea Tree Oil per every 8 ounces of finished product. (Tea Tree Oil has antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties.) Blend or…
…been exercising regularly for some time, consult your doctor before undertaking an exercise program. 6. Regulate bedroom temperature. Having your bedroom too warm or too cold will affect your sleep. An article in the New York Times published in 2009 cited research that determined the optimal room temperature for sleeping is somewhere between 60° and 68°. 7. Only use your bed for sleeping and sex. Avoid using your bed for activities other than sleeping and…
…as overtraining can suppress the immune response. ● Practice mindfulness. Start a mindfulness meditation practice. Meditation is an exceptional stress reliever as it focuses on breath control. By consciously controlling the rate and quality of our breath we can circumvent the body’s stress response and lead a calmer life. If you’re not sure of how to get started with a meditation practice click here. ● Try Yoga, Tai-Chi or Qi Gong. Building on the principles…