How to Protect Yourself, & Those You Love
Dear Friend,
I have good news for you and your family, and it’s simple, yet powerful- Boost and support your immune system naturally. Whether you decide to get a Covid-19 vaccine or not, it’s still incredibly important to naturally support your immune system. Luckily, it’s easy to do, and can be delicious and fun.
Here are some strategies the healthiest people in the world do to help them boost and support their immune systems, and live longer, happier lives:
Eat mostly fresh, local, seasonal plants (vegetables, fruit, nuts, seeds, whole grains), and meat (wild, grass fed, organic) in moderation
In season now- Kale, spinach, escarole, beets, broccoli, broccoli rabe, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, potatoes, citrus fruit
Move your body daily in easy, small movements- bundle up and take walks, lift light weights, use body weight for resistance -ie squats
Connect to your faith, spirituality, higher power, and life’s purpose- meditate, pray
Stay connected with those you love, even if it’s remotely- facetime, zoom, yell out your window :-)
Cook more of your meals (Yes, support our friends in food service, while also taking care of yourself and your family.)
Speak with a therapist- It’s hard to navigate today’s world without a trusted professional who has your back regarding your mental health
See your other health professionals- physical therapist, chiropractor, acupuncturist, massage therapist, and any other health professional who can help you naturally boost your immune system
Try to get 6-8 hours of sleep per night, not per week :-)
One more thing; There may always be a new virus, variants, pharmaceuticals, toxins, misguided businesses and corporations that can potentially harm us. My personal opinion and observation is, being a nutritionist and physical therapist for over 22 years, if you eat healthy, exercise, manage your stress, stay connected to those you love, connect to your spirituality, and get enough sleep, research shows can protect yourself from virus’ and decrease your risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity, some cancers, and other preventable diseases. Then your chances of succumbing to Covid-19 and it’s variants dramatically lessen according to the CDC, WHO and other organizations. That is a very encouraging fact that I do not hear our elected representatives, scientists, and medical advisors stress.
Please, take care of yourself with good food, exercise, stress management, therapy, spiritual connection, and sleep.
All my best,
Peter
P.S. I have a gift for you below :-)
This is the perfect time to learn to shop, cook, and eat healthy!
The healthiest people in the world cook their own food, most of the time. But don’t worry, you don’t have to be a gourmet. Studies show, the more you cook, the healthier you could be. And we’re talking simple meals like popping open a can of wild salmon to create a Nicoise salad that includes seasonal greens, warm potatoes, and olives, drizzled with a mustardy vinaigrette, or chicken fajitas with fresh, creamy guacamole.
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Skirt Steak over Garden Greens with Tahini p. 93
Chicken Fajitas with Homemade Guacamole p. 83
Spring Greens with Garlic, Lime, Cilantro Dressing p. 75
Shopping, cooking, and prep tips to make cooking easier
How to choose the healthiest foods, wherever you are
The answers to eating healthier are here. Plus, the best local and seasonal foods; farm to table dishes; and the difference between conventional and sustainable eating. Basically, you’ll learn to do what the healthiest people do; Shop for, Cook, and Eat Real Food
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