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STAYING HEALTHY DURING QUARANTINE

 

THE BASICS:

 

EAT HEALTHY – What does that mean?  Basically, what you want to be consuming are foods that are alive such as plant foods.  Food that have come out of the ground, or off a plant or tree.  You want to be eating fresh and organic as much as possible, however, during this time, organic may not always be readily available.  Don’t fret over it, buy conventional, and make sure to wash it well with a vegetable wash.  Do not use soap and water because you risk getting diarrhea from using soap.  If you don’t have vegetable wash just load up a bowl with fresh water and let the veggies soak for a few before rinsing really well.  Another option is to buy produce that is already packaged if you feel it has less contamination that way.

Do whatever feels good for you and your family as long as you are choices are healthy ones.

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If you eat meat, then of course you want to be selecting the finest quality of meats, sourced sustainably, and raised in a healthy, clean organic environment. This again may not be an option during the pandemic, but try as best as you can to source from a quality butcher, or Health Food Store who follows such practices.

 

 

SHOPPING TIPS:

 

·        Don’t be a hoarder.  Yes, everyone is trying to limit the amount of times they go grocery shopping, but no one needs a 6-month supply of toilet paper.  Let’s try to be more conscious of others during this time of uncertainly and fear, so, no hoarding.

·        Stock up on the basics. Condiments you are running low on, and items such as honey, sauces, olive oil, vinegar, and your personal favorites.

·        Shop the perimeter of the store first.  That’s where you get your fresh produce, meats, and dairies. 

·        If you already have meals planned then have a list in hand with ingredients needed.

·        Limit Processed Foods

 

 

Practice Self Care:

 

What is it and how do I do it? So many women are so busy taking care of their families and working that they leave no extra time for themselves and self-care.  Well I am hear to tell you that self-care is one of the most important things you should be doing for yourself before you do anything else.  It’s like the concept of the oxygen mask on the airplane where you first take it for yourself before administering to anyone else.  The same goes for self-care. If you are depleted, how can you be there for anyone else?   You must first take good care of yourself.  That’s the premise of self-care.

Self-care can be anything that makes you feel good as long as it’s a healthy option.  Drinking a bottle of wine is not going to fall into the self-care category, sorry ladies!

·        Taking time daily for meditation, daily reflection and prayer.

·        Allocating time daily for exercise. 

o   It doesn’t need to be an elaborate workout.  It could be a walk in the sunshine, a short yoga routine, lift some weight for strength bearing exercise. Do something different each day. I have a mini rebounder that I use daily while listening to iTunes. The key is to move your body daily especially during this quarantine. It’s good for your body and your mind because working out releases’ endorphins, your feel-good hormones!

·        Connect with Friends and Family by Phone, or Zoom or Skype

·        Spend Time Each Day Reading

·        Give yourself a facial

·        Diffuse essential oils for a calming effect

·        Take this time to reflect on what’s truly important in your life

·        Taking a long hot bath at the end of the day filled with salts and lavender essential oils, that’s self-care!

·        Turn off electronics one hour before bedtime

·        Be sure to get between 7-8 hours of good rest each night

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How to Build Your Immunity?

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·        Natural Wellness

·        Lots of Vitamin C. Think Citrus and Leafy Greens

·        Eat a More Plant Based Diet

·        Eat Organic Healthy, Nutritious Meals

·        Juice Greens Daily

·        Juice Apples Daily (An Apple a Day Keeps the Dr. Away)

·        Add Probiotics to your diet daily

·        Experiment with Healthy Recipes

·        Drink Green Tea and Other Herbal Teas Daily

·        Drink Pure Water

·        Add Immune Supporting Supplements

o   Vitamin D

o   Elderberry

o   Tumeric

o   Ginger

o   Probiotics

 

·        Limit Caffeine

·        Eliminate Sugar

·        Limit empty calories

·        Lose weight

 

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Household Safety Tips:

 

·        Take Your Shoes Off Before Entering Your Home

·        WIPE groceries down with a disinfectant wipe (may not be necessary, but if it makes you less anxious)

·        Clean Surfaces with Disinfectant, Especially Light Switches, and Door Handles, etc.

·        Open Windows for Fresh Air

·        Diffuse Essential Oils

·        Burn Sage

 

 

 

 

 

No one is saying this is an easy time, but I believe that it is all in the way we handle ourselves that will make all the difference.  How we look at this experience is how will we will feel.  Yes, it’s overwhelming and such a scary time in our lives.  It can be paralyzing at times.  It’s our choice how we want to handle it.  I have already gone through many phases of changes during this time.

 

I am human like everyone else.  I was paralyzed by fear initially, and let me not lie, I am still somewhat paralyzed by it all, but I am trying my hardest to do all the things I am suggesting you do. We truly are all in this together, globally.  No one escapes it.  Rich or poor, and apparently sick or not; there is no rhyme or reason conclusively yet as to why some survive and others do not.  I’ve heard about 97-year-old diabetics who have gone home from the hospital, and I have also heard about perfectly healthy 30 and 40-year old’s who have succumb to this deadly virus. There are no definitive answers here.  Not having the answers, or when we get conflicting answers to our questions.  This all causes more anxiety.  Fear of the unknown.

 

What makes me feel good is knowing that I am personally doing everything I can to stay healthy.  I am practicing good hygiene, and I am staying home as much as possible and only go to the supermarket every other week.  I do walk outside, but I make sure not walk where many people are walking.  I will cross the street if I feel it’s necessary.  I just try to practice safe techniques to keep me and others out of harm’s way.

 

Every morning I wake up grateful.  I am grateful that I woke up, and I am grateful that I feel my best.  I myself am practicing a lot of self-care.  More so than ever before because I have more time to do so.  I am working from home which gives me back 3 extra hours per day to do the things I have been wanting to do for so long that I just never seem to have time to do.  So I am looking at this time of my life almost like a gift.  A gift of time from the universe telling me to go ahead and explore what’s deep inside of you.  Take the time to get to know you better.