Small Changes, Big Results:
Taking Action for Midlife Health

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Are you tired of battling illness or fatigue and ready to create a life you love? It’s never too late to prioritize your health and well-being, especially as we enter the second half of our lives. With a few simple lifestyle changes, you can improve your quality of life and enjoy more energy and vitality.

As we enter the second half of our lives, many of us haven’t always made the best choices when it comes to our health. However, it’s never too late to turn things around. In this article, we’ll explore some simple steps you can take to improve your health and create a lifestyle you love.

Start with Nutrition and Hydration

Proper nutrition and hydration are essential for good health. What you put in your body affects how it functions, so it's important to pay attention to what you're eating and drinking. Many of the symptoms people experience can be eliminated with proper nutrition and drinking enough water.

Start by becoming aware of everything you eat and drink. What does your diet look like? Are you eating real food or do you consume a lot of processed or fast food? Do you drink a lot of water or do you mostly drink soda?

Our body needs proper nutrition and hydration in order to work properly. By making small changes like drinking more water and eating more fruits and vegetables, you can have a significant impact on your health.

Learn to Read Labels

Learning to read labels is another important step in improving your health. If you can't pronounce an ingredient, don't eat it or put it on your skin!

The skin is our body's largest organ and everything that it comes into contact with is absorbed by the skin and goes directly into the bloodstream. Think about all of your personal care products – shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, lotions. Many of these products contain toxic chemicals that can have a negative impact on your health.

By reading labels and avoiding products that contain harmful ingredients, you can reduce your exposure to toxins.

Go Green When You Clean

Many of the popular cleaning supplies available on the market contain toxic chemicals that can harm our health and the environment. It's important to choose cleaning products that are safe for both you and the planet.

Luckily, there are many natural and eco-friendly cleaning products available that are just as effective as their chemical-laden counterparts. You can also make your own cleaning solutions using simple ingredients like vinegar, baking soda, and lemon juice. Not only are these alternatives safer, but they are often cheaper too.

So, next time you need to clean your home, opt for green cleaning solutions to protect your health and the environment.

Review Your Medications

Prescription medications often come with side effects that can impact our health and quality of life. Many people experience health issues without realizing that the drugs they take might be the cause.

It's important to regularly review your medications with your healthcare provider to ensure they are still necessary and appropriate for your current health status. Sometimes medications can interact with each other or have side effects that may be harmful to your health.

Additionally, as you age, your body may metabolize medications differently than it did when you were younger. This means that dosages may need to be adjusted or different medications may be needed altogether.

Learn about your medication and ask your doctor if there are other ways to address your health issues.

Get Moving

Regular exercise is important for overall health and well-being, but it can be especially important as you age. Exercise can help maintain muscle mass and strength, improve cardiovascular health, and reduce the risk of chronic conditions such as diabetes, osteoporosis, and Alzheimer's disease.

It's important to choose activities that you enjoy and that are appropriate for your current fitness level. Even small amounts of physical activity can have significant health benefits, so don't be discouraged if you're just starting out.

Try to aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate activity most days of the week, and consider adding strength training exercises to your routine to help maintain muscle mass and prevent falls.

Manage Your Stress

Stress is one of the biggest threats to our health and well-being, and unfortunately, it's a common problem for many people. From work-related stress to personal issues, stress can have a negative impact on our physical and mental health.

Studies have shown that stress can lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, and other chronic health conditions. It can also affect our mood, causing anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.

Make Simple Changes for Big Results

Making small changes to your lifestyle can add up to big health benefits over time. For example, swapping out sugary drinks for water or unsweetened tea can help reduce calorie intake and improve hydration. Eating more fruits and vegetables can help improve nutrient intake and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Getting enough sleep each night can help improve memory, mood, and overall health.

Making simple changes like these may not seem like much at first, but over time they can make a big difference in your health and well-being.

Here are some easy ways to make positive changes in your life:

By making these simple changes, you can improve your health and wellbeing and enjoy the benefits of a happier, healthier life. Remember, it's never too late to start making positive changes, so start today and reap the rewards!

Learn more

Here are a few books and resources to help you learn more about how you can take control of your health at midlife and beyond:

Your Body's Environmental Chemical Burden: A Resource Guide to Understanding and Avoiding Toxins by Cindy Klement. This book gives you the tools, resources and education you need to eliminate toxins from your body and teaches you how to minimize your exposure to these chemicals and toxins.

Mind What You Think: how to find balance and enjoy freedom from stress (Solving Stressful Habits) by Dr Karen Graham. This book contains life-changing information that involves learning how to work with your mind so you can stop negative thinking with immediate and lasting benefits.

Empowered Aging: Expert Advice on Staying Healthy, Vital and Active by Sharkie Zartman. Discover how to reframe aging and retirement, learn about new medical advances for aging joints, receive advice on caring for your body through better nutrition, and get tips for building muscle and improving balance.

Adding a Touch to Coaching

The concept behind AuraWisdom stemmed from a profound desire to offer guidance and support to people at any stage of life.

It's all about providing support in a way that’s easy to embrace and truly touching. Think of it as having a friend who understands life’s ups and downs, there to lend a helping hand throughout your journey.

Why Choose Stories? Why Now?

Stories have the ability to touch hearts and open minds like nothing else. And that's what sets AuraWisdom apart – blending the magic of storytelling with the power of coaching. It's something that’s hard to find elsewhere. Each story in the series is more than a tale; it's an invitation for you to discover fragments of yourself within and gather strength from it.

In "Whispers from the Forest" you'll meet Ava. Her story may resonate with you. Remind you of someone you know. As Ava uncovers her strengths and confronts her fears you might find yourself nodding along thinking, "Yes I've been there too." This connection is what makes AuraWisdom unique – coaching through shared experiences through stories that could well mirror your own.

What Lies Ahead

And here’s where things get exciting – "Whispers, from the Forest" is just the beginning!

Imagine having a collection of stories, each revealing insights and presenting new challenges, eagerly awaiting you every month. It’s like engaging in a dialogue with a friend who introduces you to new perspectives and thought-provoking ideas over a cup of coffee or glass of wine.

So, as we embark on this journey with AuraWisdom, there is much to anticipate. Each new book offers an opportunity to delve into aspects of your life; to learn, evolve, and perhaps even perceive the world from a different angle. And rest assured that you will always be the first to know when there is a captivating story to unfold.

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