This document provides information from Wilcox Wellness & Fitness on reducing toxins in various areas of life, including what you put in your body, on your body, and in your environment. It discusses choosing whole, organic, non-GMO foods and grass-fed meats to reduce toxins consumed. It recommends avoiding ingredients like parabens, phthalates, and synthetic fragrances in personal care products. It also addresses reducing cleaning product chemicals and environmental toxins in the home. The overall goal is to help people enhance their lives by forming healthy habits to reduce toxic load.
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30 days to healthy living & beyond- a lifestyle for everyone Stephanie Garvey
Arbonne is a 39 year old Swiss based company who follows European high standards. Our Plant Based Clean Eating Program is Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Soy & Whey free! Email me for more information or Free samples : stephanie@thegarveys.net or for more information stephaniegarveyatlanta.arbonne.com
A happy gut does not only helps in improving your immune system but also has a positive effect on your mood swings and brain. C.A.R.E. of your gut is important - Cleanse, Activate, Restore and Enhance. So what is your gut telling you? Cause, in the end, your gut feeling is always right. True. Here is everything you need to know about a healthy gut...
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Food is one of the basic necessities of a living being. There are countless numbers of food people are accustomed to eating, but which one these foods provide great amount of nutrients for our body? What are healthy foods that give us the energy to go on with our daily tasks? How do you recognize a healthy food? Out of the hundreds and millions of different food, there are only a few that can be acknowledged as the healthiest foods.
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Already moderately active? Jump ahead to F15 Intermediate 1 & 2 to continue what you’re doing and complement your lifestyle!
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A concise but comprehensive guide to sports nutrition. Written for MMA but the principles hold true across all sports like football, rugby, tennis etc. - optimising recovery, longevity, performance and health.
In the field of Ayurveda cow Colostrum powder is used by adults as a medicine. There are quite a few colostrum milk powder benefits as a supplement for elders in order to maintain a good functioning of the body.
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Food is one of the basic necessities of a living being. There are countless numbers of food people are accustomed to eating, but which one these foods provide great amount of nutrients for our body? What are healthy foods that give us the energy to go on with our daily tasks? How do you recognize a healthy food? Out of the hundreds and millions of different food, there are only a few that can be acknowledged as the healthiest foods.
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Introduction
Johnny Depp is an actor known for his chameleon-like ability to transform into a wide range of characters. from the eccentric Captain Jack Sparrow in "Pirates of the Caribbean" to the introspective Edward Scissorhands. His long hair is one constant throughout his evolving roles and public appearances. Johnny Depp long hair is not a style choice but a significant aspect of his identity. contributing to his allure and mystique. This article explores the journey and significance of Johnny Depp long hair. highlighting how it has become integral to his brand.
The Early Years: A Budding Star with Signature Locks
1980s: The Rise of a Young Heartthrob
Johnny Depp's journey in Hollywood began in the 1980s. with his breakout role in the television series "21 Jump Street." During this time, his hair was short, but it was already clear that Depp had a penchant for unique and edgy styles. By the decade's end, Depp started experimenting with longer hair. setting the stage for a lifelong signature.
1990s: From Heartthrob to Icon
The 1990s were transformative for Johnny Depp his career and personal style. Films like "Edward Scissorhands" (1990) and "Benny & Joon" (1993) saw Depp sporting various hair lengths and styles. But, his long, unkempt hair in "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" (1993) began to draw significant attention. This period marked the beginning of Johnny Depp long hair. which became a defining feature of his image.
The Iconic Roles: Hair as a Character Element
Edward Scissorhands (1990)
In "Edward Scissorhands," Johnny Depp's character had a wild and mane that complemented his ethereal and misunderstood persona. This role showcased how long hair Johnny Depp could enhance a character's depth and mystery.
Captain Jack Sparrow: The Pirate with Flowing Locks
One of Johnny Depp's iconic roles is Captain Jack Sparrow from the "Pirates of the Caribbean" series. Sparrow's long, dreadlocked hair symbolised his rebellious and unpredictable nature. The character's look, complete with beads and trinkets woven into his hair. was a collaboration between Depp and the film's costume designers. This style became iconic and influenced fashion trends and Halloween costumes worldwide.
Other Memorable Characters
Depp's long hair has also been featured in other roles, such as Ichabod Crane in "Sleepy Hollow" (1999). and Roux in "Chocolat" (2000). In these films, his hair added a layer of authenticity and depth to his characters. proving that Johnny Depp with long hair is more than a style—it's a storytelling tool.
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What you put IN your body
What you put ON your body
Your environment
How you nourish your mind
our body has an amazing built-in detox
system to help battle toxins.
But the fact is, our environment is teeming with potentially harmful
chemicals. They can be found almost everywhere, including:
When you total it all together, it can be a lot for your system to
handle.
Taking stock of your toxic load – and reducing it as much as
possible – can be a major step in improving your wellness.
This guide/challenge will bring awareness around the toxins you
may be exposed to, and help you reduce it wherever possible.
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What you put IN
your body
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Fact: the thought of cleaning up your nutrition can be
overwhelming. Also fact: It’s actually pretty simple, as long as
you keep one thing in mind: Eat whole foods ONLY.
Eat foods in their most natural state - foods that came from the farm, not the
factory. This is going to help you avoid the packaged and processed foods that
contain a lot of not-so-good things for our bodies.
Navigating this world of diets, nutrition, and healthy living is difficult, confusing,
and downright frustrating. Some people argue for a Paleo Lifestyle, others are
Gluten Free. At Wilcox Wellness & Fitness, we believe that food is given to us the
way nature intended for us to enjoy it.
Whole foods come perfectly packaged – carbs, fat, protein, natural sugars
combined with fiber and the nutrients that your body needs for energy. Also, lean
proteins will help your body rebuild after a workout.
All of the nutrients your body needs for peak performance can be found in foods
that don’t need a plastic package with an ingredient list. Keep your nutrition
simple and nourish yourself with whole foods only.
6. what you put in your body:
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Consider eating more organic produce
- but only where it counts.
There’s not much science backing up the idea that organic produce is more
nutritious than conventionally grown produce. BUT… with conventionally grown
produce, you’re likely boosting your exposure to pesticides, antibiotics, and other
chemicals. Pesticides are strongly associated with cancer and neurodevelopmental
issues.
Every year, the Environmental Working Group puts out a list of the Clean 15 and
Dirty Dozen. This list shows the produce that contain the most and the least
pesticides. We should strive to buy organic off the Dirty Dozen list and save money
by buying conventional off the Clean 15 list.
Consider buying organic frozen produce to save money. Because it’s
frozen shortly after being picked, it retains more of its nutrients. The
nutrients in produce start to degrade as soon as they are picked.
Tip!
FRESH
8. what you put in your body:
CLEAN PROTEIN
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Consider eating more grass-fed,
organic, local meat.
Grass-fed beef is more nutritious. It is higher in vitamins (especially A & E) and antioxidants
than grain-fed beef, plus it is lower in saturated fat, and higher in healthy fats.
What grass-fed DOESN’T contain is also very important. Animals raised conventionally – in
factory farms and fed a grain-based diet – live in poor conditions that make them more prone
to diseases, in part because of the antibiotics used in their feed.
PLUS… many factory farms use fertilizers and chemicals that can pollute the environment.
A Consumer Reports study compared 300 grain and grass-fed meat samples. They found 18% of
the grain-fed samples were contaminated with antibiotic-resistant bacteria (aka “superbugs”).
That’s compared with only 6% of grass-fed samples, and 9% of samples from animals raised
with organic feed or without antibiotics.
Grass-fed meat is lower in fat and calories than commercially raised animals. "As an example, a
6-ounce steak from a grass-finished steer can have 100 fewer calories than a 6-ounce steak
from a grain-fed steer. If you eat a typical amount of beef (66.5 pounds a year), switching to lean
grass-fed beef will save you 17,733 calories a year—without requiring any willpower or change in
your eating habits. If everything else in your diet remains constant, you'll lose about six pounds
a year." - eatWILD
9. what you put in your body:
POULTRY DECISIONS
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Do your research and make wise
decisions with your poultry.
Here’s what all the labels on chicken and turkey actually mean, according to government
regulations. It might be different than you think!
Free-Range: This simply means that the birds are granted access to the outdoors.
Certified Organic: Organically raised poultry is raised in a free-range environment, plus all
their feed must be certified organic, with no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides, animal by-
products or other additives.
Raised Without Antibiotics: The birds are raised without antibiotics for health maintenance,
disease prevention or treatment of disease. Other drugs can still be used.
No Hormones: Using hormones in poultry is prohibited. This label claim is accurate but
meaningless in the marketplace.
Natural: No additives or preservatives are used after the poultry was processed. Some chicken
may still contain added broth, however.
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POULTRY DECISIONS
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Do your research and make wise
decisions with your poultry.
Vegetarian-Fed or All-Vegetable Diet: This one is controversial because chickens and turkeys
aren’t naturally vegetarian creatures and most poultry feed contains some animal byproducts.
Also, birds like to be able to forage for some of their own food.
Certified Humane Raised & Handled: This label means the birds were raised with basic
standards of care and allowed to “be birds” – perching, pecking, scratching, foraging for food,
etc.
Farm-Raised: This is not a regulated label term.
Pasture-Raised: This is also a labeling term that isn’t regulated. However, an oversight group
has set a standard for what it means. The birds must be raised outside but have access to
housing that protects them from extreme weather and predators.
11. what you put in your body:
EGGS
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Decoding egg purchases
There are so many different labels and claims to decipher in the egg isle and the way chickens are
raised greatly impacts the nutritional value of the eggs they produce. I remember the first time I had
an egg from a friend's backyard chickens - it was a totally different experience - the yolk was so
much brighter and the flavor was incredible. That is because that egg came from a happy, healthy
chicken - it makes a difference.
Pasture-raised: This means that the chickens go outdoors in an area where they can hunt on
their own for larvae and grubs to eat. Their eggs tend to be more nutritious.
Organic: The hens ate organic feed and were not raised in cages. This doesn’t necessarily mean
they were allowed to go outside.
Free-range or free-roaming: This means that the hens producing the eggs were either raised
outdoors or given access to the outdoors. This doesn’t account for the quality of that outdoor
time, however. Some free-range hens may be able to forage for plants and insects, but others
may not. Also, if the hens are living in crowded conditions, they may not go outside when access
is given.
Cage-free: Hens raised this way have unlimited access to food and water, but they can still live
in overcrowded barns and chicken houses and not have outdoor access.
Omega-3 enriched: This doesn’t mean the chickens were fed organic food or were allowed
outside. It simply means they were fed diets high in omega-3.
12. what you put in your body:
HYDRATE
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Drink half your body weight in
fluid ounces of water daily
Staying hydrated is one of the best ways you can possibly take care of your body. Water is
essential for every single cell in your body to function at its highest level.
Water helps increase your energy levels, promotes weight loss, flushes out toxins, improves the
quality of your skin, improves digestion, can help relieve joint pain, and can even help relieve
headaches!
Your body is about 60% water… and just a small 2% decrease can significantly impair
performance and the way you feel.
Our recommendation is to drink at least half of your body weight in ounces each day. This is
critically important. If you are not already drinking this amount of water, make the
commitment today.
Example: If you weigh 200 pounds, you should be drinking a minimum of 100 ounces of water
each day.
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it’s probably not going to advance you toward your goals.
Cut back on sugar. Added sugars are empty calories that send
your body’s hormones (including insulin) into a frenzy.
Consider buying organic/grass-fed meats
Make the healthiest meat/chicken/egg choices your budget can
allow.
Eat whole foods - Avoid processed foods whenever possible –
read your food labels! If it has more than 5 ingredients, words
you can’t pronounce, or refined grains/sugars,
Hydrate - Drink 1/2 your body weight in fluid ounces daily in
water.
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What you put ON
your body
15. what you put on your body
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Everything that you put on your body is absorbed by the
largest organ of your body (your skin) directly into your
bloodstream.
When you get ready in the morning – showering, shampooing, moisturizing,
deodorizing, etc. – your goal isn’t just to look good (and not be stinky!). You also
want to feel great and take great care of your body.
But sometimes the ingredients in the products we use aren’t really good for us.
They can cause irritation, allergies, and some are actually linked to serious health
risks.
It’s worth checking to make sure you’re using the healthiest possible products.
Using healthy products used to mean spending a lot of extra money or settling for
less-than-desirable results. But that’s no longer the case!
The market is filled with safer and healthier alternatives, and new brands are
offering a wide array of products at practically every price point.
16. what you put on your body:
ingredients to avoid
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Parabens: These synthetic antimicrobials and preservatives are usually found in products that
contain a lot of water. Think: shampoos, cleansers, body wash, etc., although they also appear in
deodorants.
Parabens mimic estrogen and can affect hormone function in your body. They have actually
been found in breast tumor biopsies.
Check ingredient labels for methyl-, ethyl-, butyl-, or propylparaben, or when purchasing look
for products labeled “paraben-free.”
Phthalates: A plasticizer, phthalates are found in many items we use every day, from flooring to
detergents to raincoats and even children’s toys. But they also are found in cosmetics,
perfumes, and nail polish... even though they usually aren’t listed on ingredient labels! That’s
because they are often found in “proprietary” formulas used by manufacturers to help stabilize
scent and color, plus they can help stop nail polish from chipping. According to the CDC,
phthalate exposure is considered widespread. They are linked to birth defects, damage to
organs, low sperm counts in adult men, thyroid problems, and other health issues. Look for
phthalate-free products, and choose water-based nail polish.
Synthetic Fragrances: These include common allergens. Plus, remember those phthalates? The
word “fragrance” on a label is a tipoff the product contains them.
To avoid synthetic fragrances, don’t simply rely on ingredient lists. Instead, look for labels that
say, “no synthetic fragrances” or “natural fragrances only.”
17. what you put on your body:
ingredients to avoid
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Nanoparticles or "microfine" particles: A new development, these super-small particles of
common ingredients are used in many products, including sunscreens and anti-aging products.
They are used because their tiny size is believed to help them better penetrate the skin – which
raises concern when they are used in conjunction with parabens, phthalates, or other not-so-
healthy ingredients.
There’s also worries about the environmental impact of nanoparticles because of their ability to
avoid filtration.
Sodium lauryl/laureth sulfate: This synthetic detergent and foaming agent is linked to eye and
skin irritation.
There’s also another concern with SLS that may occur during manufacturing. Some products go
through a process called “ethoxylation” to make them less harsh, which can lead to being
contaminated with 1,4 dioxane, a suspected carcinogen.
Diethanolamine (DEA) and Triethanolamine (TEA): Found in body wash and shampoo, these
emulsifiers and foaming agents may cause allergic reactions and are linked with potential
health issues. DEA is banned in Europe.
Diazolidinyl and Imidazolidinyl Urea: A synthetic preservative that’s used in shampoos,
lotions and sunscreens. It can cause allergic reactions in some people, and it may release
formaldehyde.
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Go shopping!
Scour the labels on your personal care products and get rid of the
items that don’t meet your guidelines.
If you want to take it next level, download the “Think Dirty –
Shop Clean” app on your phone, and scan the barcode of your
products at home to see how they rate.
Make a list of products you need to replace.
20. W I L C O X W E L L N E S S & F I T N E S S
Your
ENVIRONMENT
21. your environment
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I don't know about you but last year when COVID hit, I went from a distilled vinegar and
essential oil cleaner to not possibly being able to clean my home with enough bleach and Lysol.
Even the “greenest” of us deployed ALL the heavy-duty cleaners and chemicals in our homes to
keep our families healthy and safe.
This year, it’s time to think about taking a step back from that with two words in mind: toxic
load.
Your home is your haven, and studies show it likely contains hundreds of different chemicals. In
small amounts, our bodies are able to keep us safe from them.
But too much exposure, for too long, can overload your body’s defenses, making you and your
family vulnerable to chronic illnesses like asthma, and even type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and
cancer.
Now that most of us are vaccinated, it is time to reconsider those chemical cleaners that we
brought into our homes.
22. your environment
reducing toxic load
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It’s not just about the household cleaning
products you use. From your cookware - to
your carpeting and rugs - to the paint on
the wall - to the air that you breathe... not to
mention what gets tracked in on your shoes,
your home can be loaded with potentially
harmful substances!
Fortunately, cutting down on the toxic load
doesn’t mean totally rehabbing your home.
But it DOES take some awareness and
consistent action.
One of the first things you can do to reduce
your toxic load is to replace your everyday
household cleaner to this DIY all-purpose
cleaning solution. You can find washing
soda at the grocery store or the hardware
store.
½ tsp washing soda
1 tsp liquid dish soap (choose
a green brand)
2 cups hot water
3-4 drops organic essential
oils – good options for
cleaning include lemon, tea
tree, or peppermint.
DIY Cleaning Solution
Mix them up in a spray bottle and
get to work!
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If you dry clean your clothes, air them out in your garage or
other home outpost for a couple days before wearing them.
Keep your shoes at the door.
Open your windows as often as possible. Indoor air can be 5x
more polluted than the air outside.
Get your cooling & heating system cleaned regularly and be sure
to replace filters.
Get a few air-filtering houseplants. Top choices include spider
plants, rubber plants, aloe vera, snake plants, and areca palm.
Use “clean” laundry detergents and replace your store-bought
dryer sheets with wool dryer balls.
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Switch to microfiber cloths to dust your home.
Replace your vinyl shower curtain with one made with natural
materials. Remember the plasticizing phthalates from Day 2? You
don’t need them around you when you are enjoying a hot, steamy
shower!
Get rid of pesticides in your home and on your lawn. These are
designed to kill insects and pests, after all, and they are linked
with irritation, breathing issues, nausea, nerve problems,
headaches, and more. If you have a pest problem, seek out the
least toxic solution.
Next time you paint, choose a brand with low VOCs (volatile
organic compounds).
Go through your stash of plastic containers and get rid of
anything with a recycling label of 1, 3, 6, or 7 because they likely
contain phthalates, BPA, or styrene. Upgrade to glass containers if
possible.
25. W I L C O X W E L L N E S S & F I T N E S S
nourish your
MIND
26. nourish your mind
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What you watch on TV
The news you follow
Social media
The people around you
The books you read/listen to
The podcasts and music you listen to
You make choices daily that affect your brain, your mood, your outlook, your beliefs, and
even your IQ! What you feed your mind (intentionally or not) has a powerful impact.
Here are a few examples:
Each item on that list can influence your thoughts, your beliefs (political, religious, you
name it!), your mood, and your overall outlook.
They also can play a role in your cognitive ability. For example, studies show watching
educational TV can boost your IQ vs. watching TV solely based on entertainment. So can
reading vs. watching TV.
Not only that, but studies also show that you can “catch” the mood of the people around
you! Have you ever noticed that being around someone in a bad mood has left you feeling
negative or grouchy? Or the other way - you spend time with a positive person and feel
great!
27. nourish your mind
our overwhelmed brain
We live in a time where it’s all too easy to
OVERSTIMULATE your mind – another form
of toxic load!
Did you know it’s impossible for your brain
to focus on two things at once? And yet how
often do we try to do that?
We scroll our phones or text while eating…
having conversations… and some of us even
do it while driving (don’t do that).
Or we try to read or complete other work
during Zoom calls, and we listen to books or
podcasts while doing other tasks.
This actually makes us LESS productive
because it forces our brains to shift from
one thing to another – which often requires
different areas of our brain to activate.
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A study by the University of
London found that multitasking
during cognitive tasks made IQ
scores drop as much as if you’d
stayed up all night – and some
people’s IQ plummeted 15
points, to the level of an 8-year-
old child!
28. nourish your mind
feed your mind right
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One of the best ways to easily (and
enjoyably) boost your brainpower is to
READ. It may help slow age-related
cognitive decline, according to studies, and
it may improve overall intelligence.
Plus, it’s linked to reduced stress, improved
empathy, and a lower risk of Alzheimer’s
Disease.
What you feed your mind,
How – and how much – you
feed your mind, and
Improve your focus and
brainpower.
The goal is to upgrade:
29. nourish your mind
refocus, destress, and
become more intentional
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The "STOP" Technique
Body – Are you tense? How are you feeling? Notice what your senses are
picking up – what do you see/hear/smell/taste?
Feelings – Notice how you are feeling emotionally. Are you sad, worried,
happy, frustrated, upbeat, blah, etc.
Mind – What judgments are you making up about your feelings and emotions?
Are you dwelling on your feelings, or telling yourself a story about why you’re
having them? (Try not to judge your judgments – just be aware of them.)
the past minute or so.
Try this exercise a few times a day to help refocus, destress, and
become more intentional about how you nourish your mind:
Stop what you are doing.
Take a few long, slow breaths to re-center yourself, so you are fully
present in the moment.
Observe what’s going on in your:
Proceed forward, armed with the insight of what you’ve noticed during
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Create a reading practice and aim to read at least a few pages
every day.
Limit your time on social media to 15-20 minutes a day, and
follow only people who inspire and motivate you.
Limit the amount of news you read/watch/listen to.
Watch TV shows that expand your knowledge and
understanding – or simply make you feel happier.
Limit your exposure to negative people, and if you notice
someone’s mood is affecting yours, be aware of it – it can help
ease its impact on you.
Make time for mindfulness by trying the STOP technique, going
for walks in nature, or trying activities such as yoga or t’ai chi.
As much as possible, stop multitasking.
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make it a
HABIT
32. make it a habit
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“Cleaning it up” is a LIFESTYLE and doesn’t stop. It actually evolves as you, your home, your
family, and your environment change. It is important to continually assess what we are putting
into our bodies, onto our bodies, our environment, and how we are nourishing our minds.
These are the things that are either going to push us closer to the life that we want to live or
pull us further away from the life that we want to live.
Making a commitment to constantly assess, evaluate, and make smart changes that are right for
the season of life that we are in is truly going to change the trajectory of our life in the future.
You know that “spring cleaning” ritual that our parents or grandparents used to do?
Well, it’s a ritual worth bringing back – except instead of doing it once a year, what if we tackled
a scaled-down version with each new season!?
Creating seasonal checklists makes the process more manageable.
Having a regular routine will help you feel organized, squared away, and confident that your
home remains a safe and welcoming haven – and also that your personal care routine stays up-
to-date.
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EACH NEW SEASON:
Reassess what you are putting into your body.
Rework your meals so that you are eating food that is in-season.
Go through the personal care products and make sure they are
free of any toxins.
Make a plan for how you are going to nourish your mind in the
new season.
Clean or change filters in your heating/AC systems and any
water/air filtering system you use.
Check the filter(s) on your vacuum cleaner.
Air out your comforters by letting them hang outside on a sunny,
warm, dry, and breezy day.
On warm days, open up your windows and let fresh air circulate.
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SPRING:
Think about starting a garden or growing 1-2 pots of veggies (like
tomatoes) or herbs!
Sign up for farmshares from local farmers for deliveries of locally
grown produce.
SUMMER:
Recommit to your hydration goals - aim to drink 1/2 your body weight
in fluid ounces daily in water.
Explore natural pest control methods to keep your home healthy.
FALL:
If no one is home for part of the day while everyone is at work/school,
set a timer for your thermostat and turn it down during those hours,
so your furnace isn’t heating an empty house.
Add some houseplants to help clean the air during the coming
months, as you likely will have less fresh air circulating.
WINTER:
Set up a humidifier and set a reminder on your calendar to clean your
humidifier each week with vinegar and water to prevent it from spewing
mold and bacteria into the air!
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