Living a healthy lifestyle is so much more than just eating healthy foods.
When most people talk about living a healthy lifestyle, they automatically think of the foods that they are eating on a daily basis. While getting the proper nutrition is absolutely a key component to living a healthy lifestyle, there are so many other factors that contribute to your health.
I put together this post of my favorite products that you can use to improve your lifestyle. I use (and love!) each of these products myself and I truly believe that they have had a positive impact on my overall health. Check out each one to find out why 🙂
Mini Trampoline
A trampoline workout, also known as “rebounding”, has many health benefits — in particular for your lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is part of your circulatory system and transports a clear, colorless fluid, called lymph, that flushes toxins from your body. When you jump, leaving the surface of the trampoline causes the lymphatic valves to open. The increased G-force that occurs when you land again causes a surge of lymphatic drainage, which improves circulation and helps to detoxify your entire system. Rebounding can lead to increased lymph fluid circulation, which helps boost the immune system by providing greater white blood cell activity.
I love to bounce on my trampoline first thing in the morning when I wake up. It gets my system going and allows my lymphatic system to get moving right away! And bonus, this particular trampoline is super affordable.
Belly Armour Blanket
Controversy has arisen about whether or not electronics threaten the body with electromagnetic radiation. Many people don’t realize that we are increasingly surrounded by technology that emits radiation in the form of WiFi routers, Bluetooth transmitters, laptops, cell phones, and more. The American Cancer Society states that there could be some cancer risk associated with radiofrequency energy.
These blankets are intended for pregnant women to use over their bellies to protect the development of the fetus. However, it’s important for everyone to protect their body – men included! When I have my laptop directly on my lap you better believe my Belly Armour blanket is right underneath! I also use it if I am sitting down using my cell phone in my lap. It’s great way to limit the amount of radiation exposure on a daily basis. And the blankets are soft and super cute, too!
Swanwick Blue Light Blocking Glasses
The light from our devices (such as cell phones and laptops) is “short-wavelength-enriched,” meaning it has a higher concentration of blue light than natural light. Blue light affects the levels of the sleep-inducing hormone, melatonin, more than any other wavelength. Changes in sleep patterns shift the body’s natural clock, known as its circadian rhythm. Recent studies have shown that shifts in this clock can have devastating health effects because it controls not only our wakefulness but also individual clocks that dictate function in the body’s organs. In other words, stressors that affect our circadian clocks, such as blue-light exposure, can have serious consequences!
If you have trouble falling asleep at night and use your cell phone, laptop, watch TV or have any artificial light 3 hours before bed, these glasses are for you. I noticed a HUGE improvement in my sleep when I started using these. And I slept great before them, but I can tell my body winds down much more naturally now. And I also notice an improvement in my eyes. I don’t have that strain feeling late at night when I wear these glasses. I can confidently work on my computer or be on my phone without it impacting my circadian rhythm. I recommend these to my clients, I bought them for my parents, and I use them religiously every night myself!
Zak Deodorant – Unscented
Blood tests show that many of the substances commonly included in deodorants can worm their way past the skin and into the body. One of the ingredients in question is parabens, which are used as preservatives in deodorant and many other personal care products. Research suggests some parabens may interfere with the way your body produces and regulates estrogen and other hormones. Parabens in deodorants are absorbed through the skin and increase the risk of breast cancer. Another potentially dangerous ingredient is aluminum. Typically found only in antiperspirants, this metal can cause “gene instability” in breast tissue, according to research. This instability can cause changes that may promote the growth of tumors or cancer cells. Exposure to aluminum has also been linked to Alzheimer’s Disease.
With all that being said, why wouldn’t you want to switch to a natural deodorant? It’s amazing what harmful substances can be lurking in personal care products. Ever since I was young, I had terrible reactions to antiperspirant deodorants. I have been using natural deodorants for as long as I can remember and trust me when I say, I’ve tried them all! This brand, although a little on the pricey side, works THE BEST of any that I’ve tried. I use the unscented because I’m all about as natural as you can get.
100% Pure Skincare
Your skin is your body’s largest and fastest-growing organ and it’s also our first line of defense.
What we put ON our body is just as important as what we put IN our body; both affect the well being of our entire body (skin included!). Clean pores enable your body to expel waste, and keeping your pores clean provides a clear exit strategy for all kinds of yucky toxins that accumulate in our bodies. Pores that are congested and blocked with chemicals and pollutants prevent skin from functioning properly and removing toxins. Our oil glands secrete oil that contains bacteria to fight off disease. Harsh chemicals, soaps and skin care products that deplete our bodies’ natural protective oils demolish this natural defense strategy.
I love 100% PURE® because it’s a natural cosmetics beauty company focused on providing healthy skin care, cosmetics, and bath and body products. Their products are completely free of all harmful toxins, cruelty-free, 100% free of artificial colors, artificial fragrances, synthetic chemical preservatives and all other toxins. 100% PURE® products smell delicious because what you smell is real. The wonderful aromas in 100% PURE® products come from real fruits and pure essential oils. 100% PURE® products are never diluted with water, alcohol, thickeners, emulsifiers or any other “fillers”. And you can tell in the products! They smell amazing, work great, and you can feel good about putting them on your body.
My favorite products are the Butter Soaps, Eye Cream, Luminous Primer, Body Butters, Sugar Scrubs, and I’ve even used their Shampoos and Conditioners. I also use their Eye Liners – both liquid and regular versions. They have so many wonderful products, I could list them all!
I use these healthy lifestyle products on a daily basis.
I wake up, jump on my trampoline then I use some of the 100% PURE® products I have, put on the deodorant, and also use the blanket if I’m working with my laptop at home. At night you can find me rocking my blue-light blocking glasses and sleeping like a baby. Practical, healthy lifestyle products that will improve your overall health. It’s a win win! And they all come with my personal recommendation so that has to mean something, right?! 🙂
If you purchase any of these products, let me know how you like them in the comments below or shoot me an email at lauren@totalbodynourishment.com!
With joy and health,
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