A proactive approach to health is on many minds these days. We will always need our doctors and nurses, but we’re on a mission to take control of our wellbeing as much as possible.
A year and a half ago, my personal mission to optimal health began. My doctor had given me test results that scared me into a whirlwind of change. My desire to live and spend more time watching my children and grandchildren experience life became my reason to turn my health around. They became my WHY. With determination and motivation, I began my search for wellness. Little did I know my journey would bring so much JOY.
Two medical conditions were my primary focus. My logic told me to eliminate inflammatory and acidic foods from my diet, but I lacked self-discipline when it came to my eating habits. My cravings for carbs and sweets were not because I loved to cook or eat. I ate junk every time stress, busyness, or nighttime consumed me.
I researched non-inflammatory and alkaline foods and made a list of what I could eat. I only put the foods I liked on my list, so it was quite short. For the next year, eighty percent of the time I ate the foods that would not aggravate my conditions. My heath improved, and the doctors gave me positive reports. However, my energy level continued to decline, and I had trouble sleeping at night.
Lack of protein and nutrition were the culprits, and I knew I had to find a way to get a better balance of the two. My son suggested a nutritional rebalancing system. I have used the meal replacement and cellular cleanse products ever since and added a daily exercise routine of stretches and walking. My body shouts with JOY and thrives from the great nutrition and physical movements. I feel twenty-five years younger.
Throughout my health journey, I discovered the importance of sleep, water, protein, and organic fruits and vegetables. Now, I sleep the entire night soundly. I have energy, stamina, and a healthy attitude. If I had realized that good nutrition and exercise would make me younger, I would have done this a long time ago.
Recently, an article in the local newspaper’s Parade intrigued me. Entitled ‘Get Healthy, Head to Toe’, the article helped me see I am more on the right path than I thought. I hope you enJOY the information: http://parade.com/461226/paulaspencer/healthy-head-to-toe/
Many years ago, someone gave me a small can of success. The words on the label read–Success comes in cans, not in cannots. On the back of the can was a list of ingredients for success. I passed this along to one of my daughters when she attended nursing school, but I remember a few of the ingredients. Faith, commitment, persistence, courage, and a positive attitude have kept me focused on my journey to health.
We enter this world with one body, my friends, and I believe it is up to each of us to keep our body as strong and healthy as possible. If self-discipline is an issue for you, I understand. I have had trouble with discipline my entire life. However, I made a choice to overcome the problem. Now, I take life a day at a time and remind myself that I am worth it. I focus on the results—a healthy mind and body. I keep my WHY close to my heart.
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May JOY bless you as you take control of your wellness. Make the changes necessary for a healthy body and mind. Imagine the happiness on the faces of family and friends when you beam with pride at your accomplishments. Imagine your body and mind changed for the better.
I encourage you to discover the necessary adjustments needed for your health. Blessed with a new beginning when the sun rises each morning, aim for what you want in life. Never give up on yourself. The JOY of good health will delight you.
