Living Transformations Wellness

Today is letter H of our ABC's of nutrition and wellness month.

Its about healthy habits, many of us often wait for new years or a birthday,or specific life celebration to start a new diet or to get in the habit of going to the gym. Many healthy habits don't need to wait for a special time of the year you can start them at any time and most of them are easy to incorporate into daily life.

1)drink water- our bodies are made up of water, we need it to lubricate our joints, aid in elimination and support our organs with detoxification.
To find out how much water your body needs calculate your weight x 0.67 =water intake oz (add 12 oz for each 1/2 hr of excersise)🥛

2)move your body- moving your body for just 30 minutes a day increases circulation, increases mood, and promotes healthy tissue throughout the body. Excersise doesn't always have to be strenuous and sweaty an evening walk or bike ride provides you with same above benifits. 🚵‍♀️

3)eat more fruits and vegetables, eating fruits and vegetables provides your body with antioxidants,natural fibres and various vitamins and minerals to support growth and optimal body function. Aim to eat vegetables at every meal, and 2 fruits a day. 🍇🥦

4)practice gratitude, gratitude lowers stress, improves mood, and supports a healthy mindset. You can practice gratitude in many ways you can keep a gratitude journal,create a prayer, speak it outloud or say quietly in meditation. The more gratitude you display the more is returned to you. 🧘‍♀️

Here in Canada much of our year is spent indoors hiding from the figid temperatures of winter, making it nessecary to supplement to ensure we are getting enough. The current RDA for vitamin D is 600 iu's for ages 1-70. It can be found in egg yolk, fatty fish and fortified milk.
Your body also synthesises vitamin D from the suns uv rays, making it that much more jmpirtat to get outdoors and enjoy the sunshine.