2 – The Basics
What we are NOT going to do is recommend a specific diet for you. Every person has a completely different genetic make-up and what works great for some, is counterproductive for others. People find success with Keto, Paleo, vegan, vegetarian, and raw diets and that is because we are all different. You do what works best for your body.
We are going to tell you to listen to your body and focus on eating whole, unprocessed, nutrient dense foods that will fuel your body to help it do what it does best.
As you may have experienced, healthy, sustainable weight loss isn’t as easy as eating fewer calories than you burn. It’s a unique combination of eating healthy, nutrient dense foods that are the best for your nutritional type and are within your body’s caloric range. Weight loss is not like bank account, it’s more like a chemistry lab. You won’t lose weight by eating 1200 calories of processed, chemical-filled food. Supplying your body with nutrients and reducing your toxic load will allow your hormones and body to function optimally to maximize your hard work.
Below are four tips to help you stay healthy, lose excess weight, gain strength, and make your healthy habits a lifestyle.
1. Eat whole, nutrient dense foods: Give your body the best. Your body works hard, help your metabolism and body systems run optimally by fueling it with nutrient dense, whole foods.
2. Exercise: Exercise helps you build muscle mass, improves your overall mood and helps to relieve stress by releasing endorphins, and strengthens bones and muscles to slow bone density loss. The benefits of exercise are far more than just losing weight. Exercise benefits everything from your sleep quality and energy levels to memory. From making you happier to helping you live longer, regular exercise is key to living a healthy, balanced life.
3. Reduce toxin load: Using personal care and cleaning products that do not contain endocrine disrupting chemicals help keep your hormones balanced and metabolism running optimally. Young Living has everything from cleaning products, baby products, make-up, and personal care products that don’t use harsh chemicals. For more in-depth information check out our Healthy Home class in the Units tab.
4. Focused supplementation: Supplements are not magic pills, but they can help you break through plateaus, recover faster, and fill in gaps where your diet may be lacking. We will cover supplements that can help you feel your best in addition to diet and exercise.
