Day 2, Tuesday: Adapt and Adjust
Banish Bad Vibes
If there's a coworker you can't stand, don't let your temper get the best of you. Rather than lashing out whenever your colleague's behavior interrupts or otherwise upsets your day, try taking a deep breath and repeating a simple mantra, such as "Everybody's doing the best she can."
Throughout the Action Plan, our experts and advisers will be live in our community to answer reader questions about health, stress relief, and nutrition.
This week, naturopathic physician Brooke Kalanick and fitness pro Ellen Barrett are hosting discussions on the Action Plan detox and exercise routines. Post a question and they'll get back to you within 24 hours. Join the Discussion
Check In with Your Body
Notice if your energy's flagging or you're constantly hungry. "Going low on protein can be tough on some people," notes naturopathic doctor and acupuncturist Brooke Kalanick. "So if you're feeling shaky or exceptionally hungry, feel free to add in some organic free-range chicken or wild-caught fish." And a handful of walnuts or almonds can go a long way.
Get More Sleep
If you're not already getting seven to eight hours of shut-eye each night, move up your lights-out time each day by 10 minutes, starting tonight. You'll be getting an extra hour of sleep by week's end!
Each day this week, eat five or six small meals rich in fruit, vegetables, and other complex carbs. Supplement with organic, hormone-free animal protein if you want. A typical meal might be three ounces of protein (the size of a smartphone), 1/4 to 1/2 cup carbs (whole grains, sweet potatoes, or fruit), and unlimited nonstarchy vegetables like leafy greens. It might also be an apple with 2 teaspoons almond butter or a bowl of vegetable soup.
Today's Recipe
Whip up an antioxidant-rich smoothie made with frozen berries and unsweetened pomegranate juice. Get the Antioxidant Smoothie Recipe
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