Healthy Habits
If you're an entrepreneur on the go who loves to keep yourself together, then you know how hard it is to balance being fit and fly with being a go-getter and wearing many hats. Each role that we play in Life means somethings different to everyone; but they are all important to us - so they require a great deal of our time and attention. One thing that we must remind ourselves in our loving and caring for others - "If we do not take care of ourselves, we will not be able to take care of everyone else". The Healthy Habits segment is intended to provide information regarding tips on incorporating healthy lifestyle practices in your daily routine for a healthier Mind, Body & Spirit. Enjoy the journey to a balanced and healthy life!!
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Focus & a Fresh Mind
In this issue of Healthy Habits we are looking at the habits that we should all practice when trying to maximize our mental acuity, focus and memory. Being mindful of what we put in our bodies such as the food we are eating while preparing for a new project or carrying out a multitude of tasks in a busy day, and prioritizing the proper amount of rest that our bodies require for efficient physical and mental rejuvenation is imperative.
There are certain foods that we can eat to fuel our bodies and minds for things like a sharpened memory for important tasks, projects, or just daily life. One of B.G.L.U.'s favorite snacks is a quick grab bag of blueberries and grapes, which provides the antioxidants needed to improve blood flow to the brain - which in turn assists with concentration. Another good option is baked salmon paired with a serving of beans and leafy greens.
Beans and leafy greens are perfect for the protection of cell membranes... and the Omega-3 fatty oils in fish give the body an additional aid in normal brain function. As we maneuver through the day... the body burns energy and our diets dictate it's sources of replenishment.
We also learned from our favorite psychologist that if you focus on a specific topic in hopes of retaining or drawing from it the next day- be careful not to introduce another new topic before your night's rest. When you rest after retention, particularly in the deepest stages of sleep.. it helps the brain to absorb and compartmentalize the information taken in, to use later.
As much as our current society thrives on the ideals of hustle, grind and the mantra "YOLO".... our bodies have a natural rhythm that must be supported by the choices that we make! So take this info and sleep on it - hopefully you can close out your Summer with a few new Healthy Habits!