8 COMPONENTS TO ACHIEVING A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Each of these topics are important individually but are all interrelated to one another.

Faith

• God is the creator of our being and the intelligent designer of all our systems. 

• Our systems were designed to work together. 

• If we make the proper choices, we are healthy. 

• If we make the wrong choices, we experience various diseases or metabolic disorders.

Nutrition

• Nutrition is the building block that supports, repairs, heals and energizes our body. 

• Nutrition is supplied naturally by our food choices which need to be a diverse blend of colors. 

• Consumption of fruits, vegetables, nuts and protein is necessary for a balanced nutritional diet and will discourage the craving for empty calorie sweets. 

• When, how and what you eat can improve your nutritional well being.  

Exercise

• The human body is designed for motion or movement.

• Daily exercise is essential for our well being—use it or lose it.

• Perfect health requires circulation. Nutrients are distributed to all parts of the body through exercise and movement.

• The lymph system is activated by movement.

• Gardening is the preferred movement due to combining all parts of the body plus fresh air and sunshine.

• Any form of exercise that includes fresh air is encouraged.

Water

• Water is the primary nutrient in our system.

• Water is essential for cleansing, healing and transporting nutrients to the tissues. 

• Six to eight glasses of water are needed per day. 

• Without sufficient water, more pressure is put on the circulation and purifying systems.

• The best method of drinking water is between meals to avoid diluting the digestive enzymes. 

• Caffeine and alcohol are dehydrating liquids. 

• Water is necessary for nutrient waste elimination.

Social Outreach

• Socializing is a basic human need essential for a healthy lifestyle.

  -Tips to staying socially engaged-

• Keep in contact with family.

• Reach out to friends.

• Show gratitude to those who are in your life.

• Help others with positive thoughts.

• Use technology to share valuable information.

Sunshine and Fresh Air

• Sunshine brings rays that activate Vitamin D.

• Care (sunscreen and attention to time) needs to be shown to avoid overexposure.

• Daily exposure enhances melanin production.

• Sunshine enhances the immune system.

Rest

• Essential for health and for renewing the body.

• The amount of rest needed varies with age.

• Rest strengthens your immune system.

• Rest helps to counteract stress.

• It is important to create a conducive environment that encourages restfulness.

Intestinal Health

• Probiotics help to maintain a healthy balance between good & bad bacteria.

• The natural microbiome (intestinal flora) energizes your immune system.

• Probiotics help with the digestion and absorption of nutrients.

• Probiotics help to counteract the effects of stress.

• To stay healthy, keep your microbes in line!