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."
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.
Antioxidant Smoothie
Unsweetened pomegranate juice blended with mixed berries makes a refreshing and detoxifying frozen drink.
Ingredients
Serves 2
- 2 cups mixed frozen berries (9 ounces)
- 1 cup unsweetened pomegranate juice
- 1 cup water
Directions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and mix until smooth.
Mix up your stretching routine with our sequence of back strengtheners. Walk for 10 minutes straight again today.
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