In this season of the flu and coronavirus, it is difficult to know what the next best steps are. On Instagram this morning, my favorite nutritionist and health coach, Gessie Thompson shared the five things you can do to help protect yourself and your family.
- Boost your immunity. Your immune system is the defense that helps to fight off viruses, diseases, and so much more. Therefore, doing things to make sure your resistance is strong, is so important.
What you can take:
The Breathe supplement from thedetoxnow.com. This supplement helps to boost and repair the respiratory system. Also, consume foods that boost your immune system like elderberry, black mulberries (packed with iron and vitamin C), and camu camu (the highest source of vitamin C), and ginger.
2. Boost your gut health. Your gut health is directly linked to having a strong immune system. Prebiotics and probiotics are important in nourishing thegood bacteria found in your gut and put back good bacteria into your gut.
What you can take:
If you have daily bloating and constipation, healing is important first. Detox30 and Detox7 protocols from The Detox Now program.
After healing your gut, getting a good prebiotic and probiotic will help your gut flora to be in balance.
Prebiotic- Manuka honey
Probiotic- Coconut yogurt by Coconut Cult
3. Good hygiene habits.
Wash, wash, wash your hands with soap and water for at least 10 to 20 seconds.
4. Stock up on supplies the electric way. In the event that stores are closed or people have to be quarantined, you want to have enough food, toiletries, and water. We typically think of stocking up on non-perishable items like canned foods but, they are usually laced with BPA (a heavy toxin).
What you can do:
Get frozen organic vegetables and fruits. For a list of the electric, non-inflammatory fruits and veggies, download your free list at thedetoxnow.com. From the good food list, what you can’t find frozen, you can buy them fresh and wash with a fruit and veggie wash (food -grade hydrogen peroxide and distilled water). Then, cut them up and place them in BPA-free freezer bags.
Buy grains, lentils, quinoa, pumpkin seeds, brazil nuts, walnuts, etc.
5. Boost your peace.
Whatever you do, protect your peace. We want to be proactive, not stressed out and panicked. With all the constant news updates, social media posts, and everyone’s opinions and speculations, it can be overwhelming and send you into anxiety mode. Finding ways to be at peace will lower cortisol levels, cut down inflammation, and help keep you healthy.
What you can do:
Pray, meditate, exercise, practice breathing exercises, recite positive affirmations and scriptures, and journal. Also, being mindful about the information you take in and how often you are allowing it into your mind.
Check out the full video below and follow Gessie on Instagram, @coachgessie.