Improving The Health Of America
Q. Terry, “Lately, it seems like I have very little energy and have a hard time making it through the afternoon. Do you have any suggestions?” — Mark K., De Pere, WI
A. Dear Mark, When it comes to energy, there are some lifestyle basics we need to address first. If you want to have more energy, you have to ask your body for it. What do I mean by this? If you use up your energy (i.e., exercise, being active), your body responds by building up more energy for the next go-round. That’s why people who exercise regularly tend to have more energy than those who do not. My advice is to find something physical that you enjoy and do it – whether it be walking, gardening, dancing, etc. Start slowly and increase every day. If you have trouble staying motivated, ask a friend to join you.
Diet also plays a huge role in energy. Lack of energy can often be caused by fluctuations in blood sugar. So, if you want more get-up-and-go, start with high octane food, like lean proteins, complex carbohydrates, and good quality healthy fats. Try to eliminate foods made up of simple carbohydrates or that are high in refined sugar. Eat five to six meals a day (three moderate size meals and two to three snacks in between meals) – this helps to stabilize blood sugar levels and provide more consistent energy.
In addition to diet and exercise, I also recommend taking a blend of plant oils including Black Spruce, Scots Pine, and Thyme that, when used together, can increase your daily energy—with no negative impacts. This has personally helped me to significantly increase my energy levels. The beneficial effects of these oils are believed to be due to the ability of compounds in the oils to influence the body’s response to stress and to balance the HPA (Hypothalamus-Adrenal-Pituitary) axis in the body, which aids in regulation of mood, sexuality, alertness and energy use. I would suggest taking 125 -250 mg of this oil blend daily.
Be sure to choose a formula which features concentrated plant oils that have been laboratory tested to accurately identify elements of their natural chemical composition. Unlike essential oils used for massage and aromatherapy, these plant oils are tested and “fingerprinted” based on specific molecular makeup, species, marker compounds, purity and safety for internal medicinal use. The extraordinary potency of these tested plant oils allows for relatively low doses, but very powerful health benefits.
Healthy Regards!
Terry . . . Naturally
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