Over the years we’ve been told by numerous health gurus that our bodies were not designed to live in this fast-paced, stressful world... that the stress of it all impacts us both mentally and physically and can be why so many of us are affected by health issues; our bodies cannot keep up.
Below we have listed some helpful insights that can be added into our daily routines, and when done consistently, these health conscious habits can make a big difference!
Dietary Changes
Your body requires certain nutrients to rebuild itself. It requires certain enzymes, vitamins and minerals to ensure that the rebuilding process is done properly. There are a few small steps you can take immediately to improve the health and appearance of your skin and hair. Skin repairs itself at a pretty rapid pace, so you can expect to see improvements within a month of adding the following to your diet:
Hydration
Your body requires adequate water to move nutrients and enzymes throughout the body. If you can drink between 2-3 L per day your body will start to feel the benefits, not only in the texture of your skin, but in your energy and overall health. The more the better!
Sleep
Although it’s hard to find, adequate sleep is one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your appearance. Your body spends most of your sleeping hours regenerating itself, rebuilding cells, balancing hormone levels and brain chemicals. Adequate sleep will not only help you look your best, it will help you feel your best as well. Neurochemicals that control mood and pain levels are produced during sleep, that’s why there’s nothing like a good night sleep to help you reset and feel your best.
Clean Skin and Beauty Products
We are huge advocates for using skincare and beauty products that are free from harsh chemicals and synthetic fragrances. We as consumers can become overwhelmed with all the fancy marketing, packaging and promises, thinking that we are purchasing one thing but in reality can be buying products that will cause more harm than good.
It’s always important to be aware of what you’re putting on your skin and whether your skincare and beauty products are helping or hindering your health. A lot of skincare products can contain harmful chemicals and cheap ingredients that act as fillers and don’t support your skin and can even negatively impact your hormonal health.
A great way to improve your skin, hormones and overall health is to educate yourself as much as possible. If you can make a conscious effort to lower your chemical exposure and switch out your products to organic/natural ones, not only will your skin thrive, but in the long run your body won’t have the burden of toxic chemicals being absorbed into your bloodstream on a day to day basis.
DISCLAIMER:
This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read.