Hey there so ..Let’s just jump right in. This week I finally made time for some Wellness appointments and it got me thinking. Why do we put off making the effort to stay healthy? Is Prevention a dirty word? “Taking care of yourself”.. has gotten a bad wrap. Somewhere along the way the action of looking out for your health has become something that has to be fit in between a crazy busy professional and personal life and truthfully it is not given the priority that it deserves. The only time it is given the priority is usually when it .. is too late. We all need to recognize the importance of prevention and demand that the medical field accept it. I have tried numerous times over the years to ask my physicians about preventative measures with little success. We are the customer in this scenario and our wishes should be honored.
I am very lucky that I am rarely ill …wait a minute not all luck, I try to eat healthy and take care of my health. Also, I take supplements to boost my immune-system and of course running which has been proven to benefit the body by boosting the body’s natural immune system. How does this happen? Here are some of theories:
-running boosts the immune system by circulating protective cells through the body faster.
-the increase in the body’s temperature when we run may inhibit the growth of bacteria (some bacteria cannot thrive in that environment).
-running helps rid the lungs of airborne bacteria and viruses.
-exercise causes the loss of carcinogens through increased sweat and urine loss.
What about the mental benefits? 🙂
I definitely raised my body temp this week LOL! Speed Work -Done, Weight Day -Done and a Trail Run-Done.
My appointment was with Naturopathic Doctor and regardless if you agree or disagree with my choice I will tell you I have rarely had a medical visit that included at least 30 minutes just sitting across from them while they asked me specific questions and took detailed notes. She understood my health goals, she created a plan for me and I will be sharing the results of my lab work here. I strongly believe that we all should be getting at the very least regular lab tests when we have our annual check ups. It is like getting your health report card. I have also asked for a Spectra Cell micro-nutrient test and a food sensitivity panel, this will be a first for me and am so excited to see the results.
Go make yourself an appointment! Your Health is Priceless!
Supplements and what I take? -To be Continued Next Week
Meal Prep- Quinoa Tabouli (Tabbouleh), Apple Pancakes, Spinach Pasta, Rice Krispies Treats. *Recovery Chocolate Mushroom Cashew milk
Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Quinoa, and Mint dressed with lemon/olive oil
Add chopped Apples and Cinnamon to your pancakes- Yumm!
Spinach Pasta w/ Homemade Marinara & Clams 
Rise Krispies Treat -bc we deserve it 🙂 
Add Cocoa, Agave, and Mushroom Superfood Powder to Cashew Milk for a Recovery Drink
Have a Happy and Healthy Week!
Making The Effort... 