Monday, March 24, 2008

Eating for Wellness Recap

A big thanks to Shayne Stavens for his time and information regarding nutrition basics. We are so fortunate have him here at Young Living! The powerpoint used for the presentation will be emailed to everyone and it includes hyperlinks that Shayne included for those seeking additional information. I will post some food suggestions to work a more balanced approach to eating, along with ways to boost your energy levels with summer just around the corner.

Next month's meeting will be targeted toward exercise. Lots of you have questions on the most effective ways to lose weight, gain muscle, and just achieving general health. I will be posting some food ideas and little things that can make a big difference. A few simple things to remember from Shayne's presentation:

1) increasing your water intake is cheap, effective, and can have big impact on your health

2) processed white flour (meaning anything that is not whole grain) can spike your insulin levels and initiate fat gains

3) nutrients and benefits are the richest in whole grains, lean meats, fruits and vegetables

4) regular exercise is critical in keeping you healthy

Yoga classes will be starting this week so watch your inbox for scheduling information!