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Healthier State of Living Week 2 Update

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Weekly Update

Once again, I find myself lagging in the posting department this week 😦 Life happens. If you missed my last update you can find it here.

Week 2 Goals:

  1. Be asleep no later than 11 most nights, preferably by 10:30.
  2. Wake by 6:30 am at the latest.
  3. Walk my dog every morning.
  4. Practice Yoga at least 3 times a week.
  5. Eat sensibly and regularly so I do not overeat by the end of the day.
  6. Practice Oil Pulling, Drink Lemon Water every morning, and enjoy Apple Cider Elixir ever afternoon.
  7. Take a nap when my body is telling me I need more rest.
  • I went to sleep by 1am almost every night since my return from Redding (daylight savings!)
  • I was up between 7-8 (daylight savings)
  • I walked my dog everyday (improvement)
  • I did not practice yoga even 1 day (seems I traded walking for yoga 😦 )
  • I ate MUCH better! I cooked a sensible meal almost every evening with little to no cheese, added veggies, lean meat, and whole grains. I was good about stopping before my full meter was up. (I feel good about this one)
  • I practiced oil pulling 4 days out of 7. I did not drink lemon water at all (I am better set up this week) I drank apple cider elixir 4 nights.
  • I took several naps.

I did not meet all my goals in week 2 but I’m going to give myself a break. Week two followed are fly by trip to Redding and I think I can be human for one week. Only one though. 

I am going to keep all my goals the same until I meet them. I don’t think they are overwhelming or impossible so lets see if I can make week three! I lost 3 pounds and I do feel more energetic so I am on the right track 🙂

A Note on Apple Cider Vinegar

The list of health benefits for apple cider vinegar is long but I am only going to touch a few. I decided to incorporate it into my diet to help with weight management, PMS symptoms, sinus discomfort, acne, to keep my urine at a more acidic state, and as an overall detoxifier.

For more info and benefits please follow these links:

http://www.webmd.com/diet/apple-cider-vinegar

http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-5875/15-Reasons-to-Use-Apple-Cider-Vinegar-Every-Day.html

http://www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/the-benefits-of-apple-cider-vinegar/

I stumbled upon a delicious recipe for an Apple Cider Elixir on pinterest, which of course led me to read up on it. After reading on the benefits I decided it was worth a go. You can find the recipe I use at Delighted Momma. I was nervous at first but honestly, this recipe is delicious! The only change I add is to substitute honey for the stevia syrup.

I don’t think I have drank it regularly enough to notice a huge effect but I am more regular on the days that I drink it. My skin has smoothed out slightly.

Next week I will cover the benefits of drinking lemon water and post a progress picture 🙂

See you then!

♥

Samantha