Exciting Update! After months of dedicated effort and some delays, I’m thrilled to announce that the inaugural edition of my monthly newsletter is finally here! Traditionally, newsletters often require sign-ups or subscriptions, but I’ve made the decision to offer mine directly to all of you! Nutrition is my passion, and I believe that access to valuable nutrition information should be available to everyone who visits my page. Starting between the first and second week of each month, you can expect a new edition of the newsletter. Remember, making healthy choices is within everyone’s reach. I hope you find this edition informative and enjoyable. Feel free to share your thoughts and comments below—I’d love to hear from you!
As you can see this is not the first time I have written a blog post on self-love and taking care of your body. In honor of heart health month, let’s take a deeper dive into why it is important to care of yourself as a whole. In a world often defined by external standards and pressures, nurturing a healthy relationship with food and body image is essential for our well-being. At the core of this journey lies self-love – the practice of embracing ourselves with compassion and acceptance. In this blog post, we’ll explore how cultivating self-love can transform our relationship with food and body, offering practical tips for fostering a more nourishing connection with ourselves.
**Embracing Your Journey**
Self-love begins with recognizing our inherent worth, independent of appearance or size. By embracing our uniqueness and celebrating our strengths, we lay the foundation for a compassionate relationship with ourselves and our bodies.
**Honoring Your Body’s Wisdom**
Listening to our body’s cues and nourishing ourselves with foods that satisfy and energize us is an act of self-love. By tuning into our hunger and fullness signals and trusting our body’s wisdom, we can break free from restrictive eating patterns and rediscover the joy of intuitive eating.
**Practicing Self-Compassion**
Self-love involves treating ourselves with kindness and understanding, especially when faced with challenges or setbacks. Practicing self-compassion allows us to cultivate resilience and inner strength, supporting us on our journey to healing and growth.
**Finding Joy in Nourishment**
Approaching food with gratitude and mindfulness enhances our eating experience and deepens our connection to nourishment. By savoring each bite and appreciating the flavors and textures of our meals, we can cultivate a sense of pleasure and satisfaction in eating.
**Embracing Holistic Self-Care**
Self-love extends beyond food to encompass all aspects of self-care and well-being. Engaging in activities that bring us joy and nourish our mind, body, and soul – such as spending time in nature, practicing mindfulness, or connecting with loved ones – fosters a holistic sense of well-being.
**Conclusion**
Embracing self-love is a transformative journey that empowers us to cultivate a healthy relationship with food and body. By honoring our worth, listening to our body’s wisdom, and practicing self-compassion, we can foster a deeper sense of nourishment, joy, and fulfillment in our lives. Let us embark on this journey of self-discovery and embrace the transformative power of self-love, one mindful and compassionate step at a time.
Hello February! How did we get to February so fast? I hope that you were kind and gentle to yourself in January and gave yourself some grace as that is the month where we like to just head first into things and knock out all our goals. In today’s busy world, self-love and self-care are often overlooked, yet they are crucial for our overall well-being. As we celebrate Heart Health Month, it’s a perfect time to explore the profound impact of self-love on our hearts—both physically and emotionally. By incorporating holistic nutrition practices into our self-care routines, we can nourish our bodies and minds from within.
The Importance of Self-Love and Self-Care: Self-love and self-care are the cornerstones of a healthy and fulfilling life. When we prioritize ourselves, we acknowledge our worth and treat ourselves with compassion and kindness. By taking intentional steps to care for our physical, emotional, and mental health, we create a foundation for resilience, reduced stress, and enhanced well-being.
Tips and Strategies for Self-Love Routines:
Start Each Day with Gratitude: Begin your day by expressing gratitude for yourself and the world around you. Reflect on what you’re thankful for and set positive intentions for the day ahead.
Practice Mindful Eating: Nourish your body with whole, nutrient-rich foods. Embrace holistic nutrition by incorporating plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins into your meals.
Move Your Body Mindfully: Engage in physical activity that brings you joy and connects you with your body. Whether it’s yoga, dancing, or walking in nature, find activities that nurture both your physical and mental well-being.
Set Boundaries and Prioritize Self-Care: Learn to say no to activities that drain your energy and yes to self-care practices that replenish your spirit. Establish healthy boundaries in your relationships and schedule regular “me time.”
Tying Self-Care to Heart Health: Self-care isn’t just about pampering—it’s about nurturing our hearts, both emotionally and physically. By prioritizing self-love and holistic nutrition, we create a nurturing environment for our hearts to thrive. These practices not only support heart health but also promote overall well-being and vitality.
Self-love and self-care are essential for our health and happiness. By incorporating self-love rituals into our daily lives and embracing holistic nutrition practices, we can nourish our bodies and minds from within. As we celebrate Heart Health Month, let’s remember to prioritize ourselves and nurture the most important relationship we have—the one with ourselves.
Let’s dive into the world of juicing and explore the dynamic between homemade creations and store-bought options. We’ve all heard the debate around whether juicing is the best approach due to its potential loss of fiber and nutrients. While that’s worth considering, there’s another pressing concern to address: the hidden sugars and artificial additives lurking in store-bought juices.
Choose the DIY Route
When it comes to juicing, taking matters into your own hands has its undeniable perks. Crafting your own juice allows you to control the ingredients, ensuring that you’re nourishing your body with real, wholesome goodness. Let’s face it – when you blend up your ingredients, you know exactly what’s going into your glass.
Ingredients Matter
What’s on the menu for your homemade juice? Here’s a delightful combination to get you started:
Red Apples: Bursting with natural sweetness, red apples provide a juicy foundation for your concoction.
White Peaches (or Yellow): These delicate fruits bring a touch of elegance and flavor to your blend.
Carrots: Rich in nutrients and color, carrots add a vibrant and healthful kick to your juice.
Knob of Ginger: Infusing your juice with a hint of warmth and zing, ginger offers both taste and potential health benefits.
Balancing the Sweetness
If you’re seeking a bit of sweetness without the refined sugar, consider these options:
Agave: A natural sweetener derived from the agave plant, agave nectar lends a gentle touch of sweetness.
Raw Filtered Honey: Nature’s golden elixir, raw honey brings a rich flavor and potential health benefits.
Vegan Honey: A plant-based alternative to honey, vegan honey offers a cruelty-free option for sweetness.
Store-Bought Beware
While juicing at home might strip some fiber, it pales in comparison to the hidden pitfalls of store-bought juices. Many of these commercial options are laden with added sugars and artificial flavorings. They might quench your thirst momentarily, but they’re far from nourishing your body with genuine nutrients.
Holistic Nutrition at Its Finest
As a holistic nutritionist I recognize the importance of nurturing our bodies with natural, whole foods. Crafting your own juice allows you to embrace this philosophy and sidestep the pitfalls of processed alternatives.
So, as you embark on your juicing journey, remember that while the fiber debate is worth considering, the bigger concern lies in the sugar-laden store-bought options. Choose to infuse your body with the vitality of homemade goodness. Here’s to sipping on health, one delicious and nutritious juice at a time! 🍎🍑🥕
What exactly does the word discipline mean? Let me tell you. Discipline is training (someone) to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience. Now when we hear that definition we may think whoa that is too much but at least part of it is true when it comes to our health.
When it comes to our health we have to be somewhat disciplined (trained) to be healthy. If we do not train ourselves or have the mindset to be healthy more than likely we will not choose to be healthy but instead make unhealthy choices. So the long story short is that being healthy takes a lot of thought it takes a lot of being organized and planning your meals and even if you don’t plan your meals your groceries or what you have should somewhat reflect how you want to eat like having many fruits and vegetables around.
I am proud to say today I am currently 184 pounds. That may not sound crazy but for me that is PROGRESS. I was pushing 190 pounds as 2022 came to an end. I couldn’t believe that I let myself get to this weight and the most I have ever weighed prior to having my son is 150 pounds. I never experienced weight gain in the way before but as you get older our bodies do change an retain more weight, especially for women.
This is the moment I knew that I needed to be more grounded if I really wanted to lose weight. As tedious as this can be for many people I began counting my calories and I also counted my calories as I cooked my meals and weighed my food. There are many apps that can actually do this for you so it doesn’t have to be scary depending on how you approach this. This is important because many of us take on extra calories of food just because we are going way over the recommended portion size. Did you know that 1 serving of rice which is about 1/4 cup is 160 calories. Now when most people eat rice they are not measuring their servings. That means if you end of eating one cup of rice that means you just consumed 640 calories of rice by not portion size. We have to pay attention to those nutritional facts and serving sizes which is why they provide us with the information.
If you have been reading any of my recent blog post you will see that I mentioned a major cause of weight gain is due to an over consumption of food or calories. So this is something we all have to work on. Another thing that started the weight loss was controlling my intake of sweet. No matter how much any of us love sweets its just no good for us and its that simple. It has absolutely no nutritional value. Now I’m not saying you have to give up sweets totally but just watch how much you eat.
Before I complete this blog post the last thing that has truly helped me lose weight is having an early cut off time so if you are going to set a cut off time for your time try to stick to it. No going to sleep on a full stomach or eating at least two hours prior to your bedtime.
I truly hope this blog post helped you and will give you some encouragement on your weight loss journey. It doesn’t have to be perfect but we are in this together!
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Hoping 2023 is nothing but great to you! God Bless!
Written By: Vanessa J
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