Sleep is our opportunity to rest, rebuild, cleanse and recharge and experts say that we need at least 8 hours of quality sleep starting at 10pm or earlier. If you get less than 6 hours sleep a night this can increase your chances of becoming seriously ill, becoming overweight, depressed, suffering from diabetes or cancer. On the other hand, if you put effort into getting good sleep you will be repaid in many ways. Good quality sleep is anti-ageing, boosts the immune system, improves your ability to lea[...]
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By adhering to the ‘time for me’ recommendations in ‘The Perfect Day’ we can actively work towards maintaining positive and active interests in our own lives. Improve your blood’s oxygenation and circulation with deep breathing exercises. Try holding your breath for ten seconds every half hour. Inhale and hold for ten seconds, then place your tongue on the roof of your mouth where your teeth meet your gums and release the air slowly. It is important to keep your bowels clean as this is crucia[...]
Eat a balanced diet that includes raw vegetables, fruits, grains, seeds, nuts and quality protein such as fish and soy foods. Consume less animal protein. Include in your diet extra portions of broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, fish, fruits, green apples, whole grains, nuts, oats, seeds and soy beans. Avoid eating processed foods when possible – fresh is best! A low calorie diet is best for maintaining good health as you age. Try to eat only when you are hungry and consume foods that are fresh and cook[...]
Omega 3 is often touted as the skin EFA (Essential Fatty Acid) but the reality is that Omega 6 that is vital for the skin to produce ceramide 1 linoleate. Ceramide 1 linoleate is the most important ceramide but unfortunately its levels in the skin decrease in the winter and as we age. So a good solution to this is to boost our omega 6 intake during winter and as we get older. The Bestow Beauty Oil will do this for you if you take it everyday mixed into food. EFA’s like omega 3 and 6 also reduce skin i[...]