10 Things Women Can Do to Get Healthy - Part 2

As seasons change, it’s a great time to re-evaluate your life habits and think about what you want to change or keep the same. Fall is still a few weeks away, but it feels like it’s just around the corner now that kids are going back to school. If you are feeling a little drained from summer shenanigans and late nights, here are a few things that Absolute Wellness Center suggests that you can do to jumpstart your fall with a healthy jolt of energy.

Did you miss out on part 1 of our series? You can view it here.



6. Focus on a Healthy Gut

The gut is becoming a trendy term amongst health circles - but that’s because it’s so important! We’re realizing more and more that so many health issues people experience have a beginning in the gut. Not sure where to start? Studying gut health can take you down a rabbit hole of studying and research, but the basics involve avoiding sugary foods and beverages, taking a high-quality probiotic supplement, and consuming plenty of probiotic-rich foods and drinks like kefir, kimchi, kombucha, and other fermented foods.

7. Consider Your Heart

Think that heart disease only affects men? Think again. 1 out of 3 deaths of women in the United States is attributed to heart disease. However, with some lifestyle changes, you can actually help prevent this. Focusing on a heart-healthy diet based on fruits and vegetables, as well as whole grains, maintaining a healthy weight, reducing sodium, cholesterol, and saturated fats, reducing stress levels, increasing daily activity, and limiting alcohol consumption and smoking habits can all help.

Sound like a lot of work? Just start with one thing and make slow changes.

8. What Are You Putting On Your Skin?

Did you know that your skin is the largest organ in your body? Your skin is porous, and it can absorb whatever you put on it, which means that being aware of the beauty products you are using can be extremely important. Makeup and skincare can be extremely toxic, as well as just made up of chemicals, irritants, endocrine disruptors, and carcinogenic ingredients. There are a few that are the hard-hitters, though.

Parabens: associated with an increased risk of breast cancer
Artificial colors: banned in the European Union due to being carcinogenic
Phthalates: associated with an increased risk of breast cancer, endocrine disruptor, and linked to reproductive birth defects
Sodium Laurel/Laureth Sulfate: skin, lung, and eye irritant
Propylene Glycol: skin irritant

9. Consider Alcohol Consumption

There are studies showing that respectful amounts of alcohol (specific varieties even, like red wine), are actually incredibly beneficial. However, anything that is abused can cause issues, especially when choosing beverages high in sugar. Excessive alcohol consumption is linked to a whole host of diseases like:

  • Heart disease
  • Liver disease
  • Cancer
  • Osteoporosis
  • Pancreatitis
  • Ulcers and gastrointestinal problems
  • Immune system dysfunction
  • Brain damage
  • Malnourishment and vitamin deficiencies

Moderation and respect are key, so while you don’t have to deprive yourself, if you find that you are abusing it, avoiding it can be helpful.

10. Avoid Comparison

The comparison trap is all too real, and something that so many healthy women find themselves battling. Comparing yourself to others doesn’t help your health, wellness, fitness, or self-esteem.

Using others achievements as a source of inspiration and motivation is healthy, but if you find yourself starting to compare yourself to others, it’s time to set some boundaries. Unfollowing people on social media can be an easy way to make changes.



BONUS!

We can’t leave this blog without talking about the benefits of neurological chiropractic at the Lake of the Ozarks! We believe that the nervous system is key to balancing life, which is why we place so much importance on it. We combine a stress test with chiropractic adjustments at the Lake of the Ozarks to help our clients find health and wellness every single day. Ready to give it a try? Schedule your first appointment with us today - we look forward to partnering with you on your health journey.


Absolute Wellness Center Inc
4203 E US Hwy 54
Linn Creek, MO 65052
573-346-3777
Location: Linn Creek, MO 65052, USA

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

What is Neurologically Based Chiropractic?

Image
At Absolute Wellness Center Inc , the intent of care in our office is to assist our clients on improving their neurological function. Also, we want to aid you in obtaining ideal neuroplasticity. Does this sound complicated? The nervous system simply can adapt and respond to a stressor and maintain homeostasis and balance. We have powerful tools at our fingertips, and our office has the latest technology that neuroscience has to offer. This means that you will not find another office that offers this technology unless you take a trip to Kansas City or St. Louis. Here are a few things you need to know about neurological chiropractic at the Lake of the Ozarks and how we can help. The Basics About The Nervous System We know that there are 3 main systems of the body: #3 The Passive System: Consists of bones and joints. They do nothing on their own, so they are never the cause of dysfunction. #2 The Active System: Consists of the muscles responsible for actions. They also ca...
Read more

Making a Difference In Your Health

Image
When making a difference in your health, it doesn’t mean you have to tackle all of the hard things all at the same time. It means that you take one aspect, make some changes, enjoy the difference, and the do the same in another area of life. At Absolute Wellness Center , we join so many people on their health journey, and we see the difference that they are making through daily steps in a more positive direction. October 26th is Make a Difference Day, so we wanted to make some easy suggestions to help you decide which area you want to make a difference in for your health. Different Foods The thing about dieting that many forget is that it’s not supposed to be a quick fix, and the same thing doesn’t work for everyone. If you want to make a difference in your eating habits, you may have to start small - and keep those habits going for a lifetime. Perhaps you can start by eliminating sugar for a time and clearing out your system! This doesn’t mean you can never have a drop of sugar...
Read more

Secret Tips to Keep Your Kids Healthy This Winter

Image
There’s almost nothing sadder than watching your kiddos come down with a sickness. Winter is filled with low immune systems, colds, and other illness-causing bacterias just waiting to attack your family. Whether you are a working parent or you stay at home - sick kiddos can throw the routine out the window, and make for a miserable few days. While you can’t guarantee any outcomes, no matter what types of healthy measures you take, you can give your children and the entire family the best possible chance with a few secrets from our stash! Teach Them How Their Body Works When your kids know about how their body works, it can be a huge asset to helping it function properly and giving it what it needs to stay healthy. Teach your kids daily about their body, how it processes the fuel that you provide for it, what sleep can do for their brain, and how every little detail can work together. Your children can be empowered by knowing that they have incredible superpowers all wrapped up ...
Read more