Intentionality. It's going to require intentionality.
Growing up eating my grandpa's super foods, I hardly ever got sick, I had hair so thick that I could barely tame it, and I had so much energy that it seemed endless. He gave me a gift... good health through eating densely nutritious food. He was so intentional about how he kept his garden and fed his children. I reaped the benefits of his intentionality. But I am learning that he left us a legacy of knowledge so that we can also be intentional in caring for our health.
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I know how it feels to have thriving health and I know how it feels to lose that health. I refuse to let my health slip through my fingers, voluntarily. But I have had to make some intentional changes in my life. Here are some of the changes that I made that have preserved my health...
1) I wear gloves when cleaning. I don't let chemicals absorb into my skin, even when using disinfectant wipes, and especially Sani-Cloths for my work. I always wear gloves.
2) I visit Dr. Kelley about once every 1-2 years for a physical. She oversees my health and advises the exact supplements I need to keep my health strong.
3) A routine cleanse. Ivermectim with Mebendazole is a prescription option but please beware it does not kill Tapeworm. Wormwood with Black Walnut is a natural supplement option but be sure that the quality is proven and effective. Please do your own in-depth research before starting a cleanse. These products are not safe while pregnant or nursing.
4) I take supplements that are sourced from food. My favorite vitamin is Rainbow Light. They have options for men, women and children. I also take Shakeology. I love Shakeology because it is packed with the probiotics, prebiotics, digestive enzymes and fibers that our digestive systems need on a daily basis. It is also packed with many other super foods.
5) I try to limit stress as much as possible. This is harder said than done in our society today. There is so much pressure to get involved with as much as possible and keep our schedules packed. I intentionally try to build margin into our daily schedules. We also changed our careers to reduce stress.
6) No matter how intentional we are in retaining our health, a pregnancy is going to set you back. That is why I hope to write more posts about postpartum recovery.
7) Physical Therapy. After pregnancy it is good to have a physical therapist give you an exam. They can determine exactly where you need help and tailor a treatment plan that fits you. It is very important to be overseen by a professional because if we do not heal correctly or if we push ourselves too hard then we can get injured. I have tried to do it on my own in the past and was never able to successfully close my abdominal separation. But with the help of a professional... I have achieved great success! Check with your insurance. You may be surprised with how many sessions of PT they cover. For me, it took 10 sessions to achieve closure and abdominal healing. But even if you can only afford a few sessions, they can help give you the foundations you need to move forward in the right direction.
8) We have a family plan to visit a local chiropractor 2 times per month for preventative maintenance. Some chiropractors offer family plans and will negotiate a price if you have lots of children.
Other foods I eat to heal my digestive system...
Lemon Berry is my favorite flavor.)
Sauerkraut - we try to incorporate sauerkraut into our weekly meal menu. We tell the kids that we are having a "German Food Night" and they get excited! We like to eat it with kielbasa and bread with honey on it. It helps it settle in the stomach.
Bone Broth has a high concentration of collagen and amino acids. It has many benefits but for digestion it reduces gut inflammation and strengthens the digestive lining. I switched to bone broth when making stews and soups. The kids didn't even notice the difference. Or you could mix 1/2 bone broth with 1/2 of your regular broths.
As a good father, my grandpa wanted his children and grandchildren to be healthy. In the same way, God, our Father in heaven, also wants his children to be healthy. God deeply cares about your health.
That is why I am sharing my story with you. I want you to thrive in life. I want you to have the strength to follow the Lord and live an adventurous life, accomplishing the desires the Lord has set on your heart.
Dear Lord,
I pray for the person reading my blog. I know that you are a good Father and you deeply care about their health. I pray that you would guide them towards better health. Please lead them to the right doctors, the right supplements and the right foods that will help their health thrive. Bring healing, wholeness and strength to their bodies.
In Jesus precious name I pray. Amen
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