Healthy 716- Connecting the 716 to Healthier Living

Everybody’s talking about doing “detoxes” and “cleanses” … but what does that really MEAN, anyway? And is it even a real thing? I want to flip the script on that idea as we dive a little deeper into “cleaning it up” this month. I had a big shift about this a long time ago that completely changed my perspective. So … a lot of “detoxes” focus on eliminating toxins and getting rid of wastes that are in your body. Here’s the issue with that: Your body already has a complex and amazing built-in detox system, made up of your skin, lungs, kidneys, colon, and liver. These organs all work together to filter out toxins and waste, and then help you get rid of them by sweating, through your breath, or when you’re in the bathroom. FACT: If there’s a breakdown in this system, you probably should see a doctor! BUT … what if the toxins in the foods you eat, the products you use on your body, or the chemicals in your environment start to overload your detox system, putting a lot of stress on it? It c...

  Hot topic alert today! It’s all about getting a GREAT NIGHT OF SLEEP. One of the top things that can get in the way of your fat loss and fitness results … is getting enough quality sleep. It can affect your mood, stress, appetite, and recovery … among many other things! In keeping with our “clean it up” approach to sleep, I want to talk about simple upgrades you can make to streamline your nighttime routine that can actually help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer! Here are some science-backed tips from the National Institutes of Health: Keep your evening routine simple – go to bed and get up at the same time every day. Your body loves having a regular daily rhythm and routine! Don’t work out within 2-3 hours of bedtime. This can leave you feeling “revved up” and make it harder to fall asleep. Don’t eat close to bedtime , and steer clear of alcohol after dinner. Alcohol might help you fall asleep, but you can get stuck in the “light sleep” phase all night. No after...

What if you ate better for the next 30 days? How much would your weight decrease ? How would you feel? Let’s give it a go… Step #1: Clean the junk out. Step one is simple: get rid of all the junk food that currently resides in your home, office and car. Go through with a big garbage bag and toss anything that remotely resembles junk food. Junk food is stuff that is high in empty calories and low in nutritional value. Step #2: Stock Up on healthy food. Go to the store and stock up on delicious, nutritious foods that will take the place of the junk food. Nuts, seeds, fruit, veggies, hard boiled eggs, meatballs, and hearty salads or burrito bowls (like the recipe below) are great items to have on hand. You’ll eat less of these healthy snacks, since these aren’t empty calories, but rather nutrient-filled calories that fill and satisfy. Step #3: HALT! When the next craving strikes you, tell yourself to HALT! This word is actually a handy acronym. Ask yourself, “Am I Hungry, Angry, Lon...