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10 Awesome Health Tips I learned from Andrew Weil, MD

1) Have a better definition of health

Most people, even doctors, are limited in their capacity to describe what true health is. In the words of Andre Weil, "Health is a state of balance and wholeness that allows you to move through the world and not get sick. You're exposed to toxins, but they don't cause cancer. You're exposed to germs but don't get ill. You're surrounded by allergens but have no allergies. More than anything, it's about an inner quality of springy-ness and resilience - like a child's knockdown toy that won't stay down." Well, that sounds good to me!

2) If you're sick, ask yourself "why is healing not happening here?"

Don't just focus on finding medications to cure or mask the symptoms (though of course medications do have their place). Focus on discovering what needs to be adjusted to allow for the body's natural healing power to kick in. We're talking natural cellular repair inherent immune function and other very real phenomena here.

3) Create positive behavioral change by making it fun

Make positive activities really fun (stairs that play musical notes, a trash can in the park that makes a hilarious sound when you throw a piece of garbage in) can mobilize people in astonishing ways. How can you add in some fun, to get yourself to make a health change that you long to achieve? Don’t forget to laugh, long and often. It is pretty good medicine!!!!

4) That fruit juice may be almost as bad as a can of cola

It’s been known for a while now that the fructose in high-fructose-corn-syrup (which sweetens sodas and many other foods) causes all sorts of health problems. Though the fructose in fruits isn't a problem - there isn't much and it gets balanced by fiber - fruit juice gives your body a cola-like dose that's hard to digest and may mess with your liver. Really!!

5) Stay out of supermarket aisles and shop the perimeter

I've heard this said but it's worth repeating. If you stick to the perimeter of the supermarket, where the fruits and veggies and whole protein sources are (especially the fish), you are sure to enjoy much better health than if you walk through those aisles purchasing manufactured foods your grandmother wouldn't recognize

6) Happiness is not necessarily the goal of life

The origin of the word happy is related to words like "luck, fortune and happenstance, all external forces and not a good place to pin your hopes. Simple contentment is a much better goal; being fine with your circumstances, no matter what they are. Amen to that!!!

7) Disengage electronically after 8 pm(Pick your own time)

Our current information overload from media, the internet, phones and texting is changing our brain function in bad ways….I’m working on this one. I don’t watch the news at all. I don’t need the negative mental programming!

8) Live in a way that balances your life

Three things that can help make your life more balanced: 1) Get your environment under control so it optimally supports your wellness; 2) Eat meals at regular times as your body thrives with this routine; 3) Remember to breathe, and spend time daily focusing on deep, relaxing breaths whenever you can

9) Understand that your typical whole wheat bread is not a whole grain

Any bread that you can squish into the size of a pea (after removing the crusts) is made from pulverized grain, not whole grain.

10) Boost your immunity by "living right"

More important than finding the right supplement to boost your immunity, living right is the main thing. "Eat right, exercise, and reduce your stress  - it really is that simple"

If you’re struggling in your effort to be healthy, then exercising your FAITH more diligently will help. God wants to be at the center of everything you do… including your efforts to become healthier. He can help you make changes in your behavior that will bring about improved fitness and health. When this happens and you give thanks and glory to God, you'll have a more full life and He will be glad.......Thats MY number ONE and most important TIP!!!!!

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