Self care habits in progress. I feel so good when I take time out to treat myself. It pleases me even more when the practice is inexpensive. Polishing my nails, at-home facial, or sometimes a lengthy shower or bath. It's extremely important to make time for yourself. I know we hear this often, but self care really promotes mental and physical health. If you're having a rough day, challenging week, or simply feeling overwhelmed or unenthusiastic about circumstances, I strongly urge you to make time for yourself. I find that I am able to think clearer, and my stress levels are reduced significantly after I practice self care. Sharing a few self care pics below; at home facial, read book alone in the car, or outside in the sun, make a fun (favorite drink) to enjoy alone, or try an at home mani/pedicure. I also find drawing and painting extremely relaxing. Perhaps you can take a walk or get your heart pumping by exercising. Try slower movements with yoga or pilates. But whatev
Boost your immune system, and start repairing your body internally with zinc. My (functional medicine) doctor recommended that I incorporate zinc into my diet, by taking a daily supplement, but preferably considering zinc in my food choices. It was explained that zinc could assist with reversing some of the internal damage of my stomach. For most of my life, I've been consuming gluten, probably daily, never realizing that it was wreaking havoc on my intestines. In the beginning, I mainly suffered from constipation. As I got older, bloating and stomach discomfort became a daily thing, along with the constipation. My stomach issues became my life, and began controlling my life, and even my wardrobe. Yes, my scarf collection, and flowy tops expanded. Keeping a scarf on hand daily, in case I needed a cover up for my distended belly. Then came the hiatal hernia and belching, after almost every meal, and I'd sometimes experience back pain too. Recently realizing