The healing wonders of the coconut!!
What is it about this exotic food from the tree of life that tantalizes us but also intimidate us? Coconuts have been used for centuries as they are highly nutritious, rich in fiber, and packed with essential vitamins and minerals. Utilized internally and externally coconuts can heal and restore balance within the body. The water in the youngg coconut is one of the highest sources of electrolytes, which can prevent against dehydration. Which might make it a much more viable option instead of sports drinks which oftentimes contain artificial colors and flavors. Coconuts also contain medium chain fats which are utilized very quickly in the body which in turns revs up your metabolism and can actually aide in weight loss, detoxify your body and balance your digestive tract! Wow! Grab a coconut today and start reaping the benefits! As always be aware of your allergies and if you have any questions, comments or concerns you know where to find me! Love you all and hope enjoy your day! 🥰🥰🥰
B O D Y
Align yourself: body, mind, and heart.
There are three major components to creating alignment and your life your body, your mind, and your heart. The three are inter-dependent, so by caring for one, you and directly care for the others, which contributes to your sense of alignment. Envision a triangle. When one angle is pulled out of alignment, the entire triangle becomes misaligned. In the same way, when you neglect your body, your mind, or your heart, you become misaligned. Yoga can help you create and maintain alignment. It opens your body, which creates ease in your heart and mind. It relaxes your thinking, which releases tension and anxiety in your body and heart. It opens your heart, which helps you find comfort in your body and mind. Align yourself body, mind, and heart.
Hey everyone! I want to take a minute to talk to you about one of my favorite fruits named jackfruit! It is considered to be one of the largest tree-borne fruits in the world! It has a delicious smell and taste and has some really amazing health benefits such as:
Jackfruit is infused with a diverse set of vitamins such as vitamin C and A, thiamin, niacin, riboflavin, calcium, potassium (with 303 mg found per 100 g), iron, zinc, sodium and folic acid.
It is one of the few trees rich in B-complex group vitamins as well as vitamin B6.
It contains phytonutrient properties such as anti-cancer, anti-hypertensive, anti-ulcer and anti-inflammatories.
It’s a rich source of phytonutrients and phenolics.
It contains minerals, fiber, protein, and is free of fats and bad cholesterol.
It is antibacterial and antiviral which is a great support to the immune system.
It is low in calories .100 g of jackfruit only contains 94 calories.
Try one today and let me know what you think about it!!
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STAY GROUNDED WHILE GROWING
Can you’ll be grounded and inspired at the same time? Can you stay centered while dreaming of greatness? Vrksasana is the Sanskrit name for Tree Pose. In Vrksasana, you plant 1 foot sturdily on the ground as if putting down roots, and brace your other foot against your leg. Then you reach your arms up towards the sky like branches. On and off the mat, you can remain grounded in who you are while continuing to grow and change. First, especially establish your foundation: this is who I am. Next, expand your potential: this is who I want to be. Look beyond the treetops of everything you know about yourself and dream!!
S P I R I T
We are powerful. The power of our bodies enables us to move on our mats, to dance, to run, to celebrate our embodied experience. The power of our minds is equally important, generating creativity, ingenuity, insight, and wisdom. The power of our hearts enables us to give and receive love, to care for others and practice empathy in the world. The question is: How will you use your power? Generally, the more empowered we feel, the more likely we are to use our power towards positive ends. Today, take a note of someway you are powerful. Then use that power to offer others an experience of their empowerment, too.
Herb alert 🚨!
Today I want to share some important information with you about one of my favorite herbs, basil leaf. Basil has been around for over 4,000 years. Throughout history, basil was believed to have almost magical powers. Today basil is known as the “king of herbs” and considering that basil has been used as a remedy for common health problems for thousands of years. It is a name well earned! Check out all the ailments that this herb is believed to help with:
poor digestion
headaches
the common cold
flatulence
improve memory
vomiting
anxiety
motion sickness
high cholesterol
treatment for burns and cuts
B O D Y
Good morning loves! Taking care of our bodies doesn’t have to be a huge daunting task so today I wanted to provide for you here several tiny self-care ideas for the body that you can start to incorporate today!
1. Give your body ten minutes of mindful attention. Use the body scan technique to check in with each part of your body.
2. Oxygenate by taking three deep breaths. Breathe into your abdomen, and let the air puff out your stomach and chest.
3. Get down and boogie. Put on your favorite upbeat record and shake your booty.
4. Stretch out the kinks. If you’re at work, you can always head to the bathroom to avoid strange looks.
5. Run (or walk, depending on your current physical health) for a few minutes. Or go up and down the stairs three times.
6. Narrow your food choices. Pick two healthy breakfasts, lunches, and dinners and rotate for the week.
7. Activate your self-soothing system. Stroke your own arm, or if that feels too weird, moisturize.
8. Get to know yourself intimately. Look lovingly and without judgment at yourself naked. (Use a mirror to make sure you get to know all of you!)
9. Make one small change to your diet for the week. Drink an extra glass of water each day, or have an extra portion of veggies each meal.
10. Give your body a treat. Pick something from your wardrobe that feels great next to your skin.
11. Be still. Sit somewhere green, and be quiet for a few minutes.
12. Get fifteeen minutes of sun, especially if you’re in a cold climate. (Use sunscreen if appropriate.)
13. Inhale an upbeat smell. Try peppermint to suppress food cravings and boost mood and motivation.
14. Have a good laugh. Read a couple of comic strips, call a good friend or simply watch a movie that you enjoy.
15. Take a quick nap. Ten to twenty minutes can reduce your sleep debt and leave you ready for action.
Stop in for a quick 5 minute lesson on alternate nostril breathing today! Hosted by your favorite wellness guru— me! Did you know that by choosing which nostril you use to inhale, you can make yourself either more relaxed (left nostril) or more energised (right nostril).That fact alone is pretty incredible! Some more benefits of alternate nostril include:
1.Improve respiratory health
2. Improve cardiovascular health
3. Reduce stress and anxiety
4. Clarity and relaxation for the mind
Herb alert 🚨!
Today I want to share some important information with you about one of my favorite herbs, basil leaf. Basil has been around for over 4,000 years. Throughout history, basil was believed to have almost magical powers. Today basil is known as the “king of herbs” and considering that basil has been used as a remedy for common health problems for thousands of years. It is a name well earned! Check out all the ailments that this herb is believed to help with:
poor digestion
headaches
the common cold
flatulence
improve memory
vomiting
anxiety
motion sickness
high cholesterol
treatment for burns and cuts
M I N D
Take some time today to check in with yourself. How are you truly feeling? Notice any sensations or emotions as they arise. Observe them and let them go. Connect with your heart. How does it feel? Be patient towards all that is unresolved in your heart and try to learn to love the questions themselves. 💕
Good Morning ☀️
Today I want to tell you a bit more about an amazing healing plant called ginger! This magical medicinal plant grows with clusters of flowers and green leaves, but it’s the stem from which the roots grow (known as the rhizome) that holds the healing properties and volatile oils. The Chinese have described ginger as a ‘yang tonifying herb’; that it warms up the body, which can be amazing if you struggle with poor circulation issues, especially in the colder months utilizing ginger can keep things flowing and keep your immune system functioning optimally! Click to unlock and learn more about how ginger can keep you healthy and thriving! As always I am here to guide you in how to make use of of these healing plants and any questions you may have. xo 😘 Kay
S P I R I T
A great way to connect with yourself is to remove yourself from your typical surroundings and go on a vacation! When we allow ourselves to break free from the schedules that bind us we allow a space for more creative thinking and new pathways for the brain. If you allow it travel can help you re-evaluate and reinvent your life. Traveling can also help to create mental resilience and increase happiness and satisfaction! Where is the next place that you would like to travel to?
Without leaps of imagination or dreaming, we lose the excitement of possibilities. Dreaming, after all is a form of planning. -Gloria Steinem
Intention is the starting point of every dream. It is the creative power that fulfills all of our needs, whether for money, relationships, spiritual awakening, or love. Setting an intention can be a very powerful manifestation practice in your life if utilized properly.
Here are some tips for setting intentions:
1. Choose a broad, less specific goal for an intention than you would for a resolution: For example, improving health, lowering stress or becoming more mindful or present.
2. Get specific about ways to achieve that intention. For example, using less technology, spending more time in nature or meditating.
3. Plan how to incorporate those efforts into your regular routines.
4. Use a journal to make note of your intentions and your successes as the year continues.
As always if you have any questions about intention setting or how to utilize this practice please D.M me for more information or coaching! xx Kay ✨
When life hands you lemons 🍋....use them!! Lemons may support heart health, weight control, and digestive health; some observational studies have found that people who eat the most citrus fruit have a lower risk of cancer! Lemons have also been proven to aid in the absorption of iron which can reduce symptoms of anemia! Lemons contain high amounts of vitamin C, antioxidants and flavonoids! All of which scavenge free radicals within the body! Next time you see a lemon squeeze it over your food or add it to your water to enjoy the benefits! 🍋 🍋 🍋
The benefits of sun gazing***
The sun has been the giver of light and energy since the dawn of time. Harnessing the power of the sun can help you heal and to transform both physically and spiritually. When first practicing sun gazing go to be with the light during the first hour of sunrise or the last hour of sunset. Use this time for self reflection and to notice any feelings that arise. You may also set an intention or offer a prayer, but most of all fill your heart with the gratitude that you have the breath in your lungs and that the sun has rose again. 🌅
B O D Y
Your body is precious. It is our vehicle for awakening. Treat it with care!
Your body is your home for this lifetime, so to take good care of it is an absolutely wise decision. What are some ways that you can take better care of your body this week? I am sure you can think of a few answers off of the top of your head. If not here are some of my favorites:
Get enough rest! Your body needs to rest and repair during your sleep, getting a good 8 hours of rest at night can help keep you running optimally!
Get enough water! Most people are chronically dehydrated make sure upon waking to drink (warm) water to cleanse and start your day! (I drink 1 liter every morning)
Listen to pain! When something hurts, something somewhere has gone wrong, and your body is trying to tell you that. We often pay no attention to pain unless it becomes unbearable. LISTEN at the first sign. Don’t wait until that point, respect and honor your body and take care of it and it will keep you going for all the days of your life!
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Challenging yourself to try something different than you normally would, learning something new or traveling someplace you have never been all increase brain plasticity! Remember, your brain is an enormous network of neurons. Each time you learn something new and practice it, your brain will either change the structure of its neurons (cells) or increase the number of synapses between your neurons, allowing them to send and receive information faster. By doing something as complex as learning a new language to just taking a different way home you are allowing your brain to build new pathways and slow the aging process! Life begins at the end of your comfort zone so try to do something new today ✨✨
S P I R I T
Taking time to connect with the spirit of Mother Nature is one our greatest underused advantages. Mounting studies show that spending time outside is good for our mental and physical health, and may be particularly good for our well-being in these uncertain times of increased stress and anxiety. One study in particular concluded that just a minimum of 20 min a day spent in nature can lower stress hormone levels, boost self-esteem and improve mood. Let’s get out there!!
B O D Y
Get up and move!!
When people get up and move, even a little, they tend to be happier than when they are sedentary, according to an interesting new study that used cellphone data to track activities and moods. Exercise is one of the most important treatment for anxiety, depression, and insomnia. Just moving your body will break up negative thoughts and boost serotonin. Move your body every day, just be mindful of your energy and never overdo it. A seven minute workout, just dancing, or yoga in your living room will all work. This movement medicine will give you the energy you need to conquer your day, to find what feels good, and to follow your destiny.
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Mindset. Is. Everything.
“Whether you think you can or think you can’t — you’re right,” -Henry Ford.
You have much more power than ever believed to influence your physical and mental realities.
Your mindset is not fixed. The idea that change is difficult is simply a mindset.
Your mindset is recognized by your body — right down to the genetic level, and the more you improve your mental habits, the more beneficial response you’ll get from your body.
You can’t control what has happened in the past, which shaped the brain you have today, programmed your cells, and caused certain genes to switch on.
But, you do have the power today, right now and going forward to choose your perspective and behavior, which will change your brain, cells, and genes.
Be bold, be willing and you can change your mindset and your life. By using your personal power of responsibility and choice, you can change your mindset and improve how you respond to every situation in life and work.
S P I R I T
Spending time in nature has been shown to lower the levels of cortisol, a key stress hormone. The sights, sounds, and experiences associated with being in nature can have a soothing effect on your nervous system, slowing heart rate and normalizing respiration, 🩸 pressure, and several other key stress markers associated with the fight-or-flight response. In addition, natural settings are rich in primordial sounds, or the most basic and fundamental sounds of nature. These sounds are intrinsically calming and nurturing, helping your mind and body slip into a more healthy and balanced state.
To make the most of being out of doors and in nature, you need to make it a conscious, intentional act. Take some time this week to appreciate the interaction between your body, the planet, and the cosmos. 🌎 👫🏽✨
The wonders of the Aloe Plant
Aloe vera had been used medicinally for centuries. The gel of the plant contains most of the beneficial bioactive compounds in the plant, including vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants. Aloe vera helps to reset the body’s Ph level and also aids in reducing inflammation making it an incredibly powerful healer! Aloe vera is a well-known adaptogen. An adaptogen is something that boosts the body’s natural ability to adapt to external changes and resist illness. I think given the stresses of our daily lives, every one can use a boost to their immune systems. Use aloe any time you need soothing healing! Open my video to watch me apply aloe after a bath and discuss its benefits further. As always feel free to message me any questions you may have!
B O D Y
Your body is one of your most valuable assets. To get through each day it need to be kept in good shape. Take some time today to plan to get some exercise 3-5 times a week to keep your body strong. If you don’t already, add in several 30-minute workouts to your weekly routine. Do something you enjoy, like walking, jogging, biking, weight lifting, swimming, or playing some kind of group sport. Your body will feel better, and the endorphins will boost your emotional health, too. Let’s get out there!
S E L F C A R E S U N D A Y
Consider water, especially saltwater a playground for health and healing. Salt water is loaded with minerals that our bodies absorb when we swim in it. Calcium, magnesium and potassium penetrate the skin helping us come alive. Statistics show an estimated 80 percent of Americans are magnesium deficient thanks to agricultural practices that strip it from our soil, stress and our poor modern diets. (Over fed and under nourished) Taking a salt bath once a week can certainly help to improve those levels. Salt also acts as a powerful detoxifier and purifier hoping to clear up skin conditions and kill bacteria. What are you waiting for, hop in today!!
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Ground down to fly high! After the highlife of summer we greet Autumn with open hearts and open arms. Now is a return back to ourselves as we re-commit to daily practices and habits we are reminded the simple things we do each day can add up to a state of higher health. One of my favorite ways to incentivize and commit to a pattern of good behavior is to bet on it. Find a friend with a similar goal and come up with a plan. Maybe you both want to work out five days a week. Commit to each other and decide on the stakes if either of you comes up short. The point of the bet is for no one to lose. But knowing that you may spend the day cleaning your friends apartment might get you to the gym. We are as good as the people who surround us so to reach our highest state we must make a conscious choice to align ourselves with the best and the brightest. When you create competition your odds for winning soar, especially when you are on the same team! 😉
S P I R I T
Keep looking for life’s sweetness
This ritual can help us to experience life’s sweetness and blessings while simultaneously cultivating a sense of gratitude.
It’s easy to see the negative and the dirt in life but the real trick is to find the gold or the sweetness in everything. Our minds constantly are critiquing and falling into a pattern of criticizing and reacting negatively, it’s important to realize that this is a choice and that you can change it. If you have to choose between focusing on negative qualities and focusing on positive qualities why would you choose anything but the positive. When we look for life‘s sweetness, we find it. This is not to say that everything is sweet, or that we shouldn’t speak out when it isn’t. However in an everyday sense, ask your self at any given moment: where is the gold? How can I invite the experience of sweetness more deeply into my life?
