Sensible Diet Tip

Eat regular meals or mini-meals. Control your portion size- don't binge or overeat. Eat slowly.

Sleep More...

"Get seven to eight hours of sleep. Not getting enough sleep is associated with hormonal changes such as decreased leptin levels and increased ghrelin, which may increase appetite. Women who sleep five hours or less are 32 percent more likely to gain weight than those who get seven to eight hours of nightly z's.

~ quoted from the Flexitarian Diet by Dawn Jackson Blatner, p. 47

Treat Your Skin Right

The following is taken from my 2008 Women's Monthly Planner for June 2008. It's from last year, but still good info. The planner is published by The Positive Line.

Too much sun exposure contributes to wrinkles as well as increases your risk for skin cancer. If headed outdoors, even if it's overcast, apply sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher to all exposed skin, and reapply at least every two hours. Choose long sleeves and pants, and top off your outfit with sunglasses and a wide-brimmed hat. If possible, stay indoors or in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

What is Your Greatest Physical Challenge?

I'm reading One Month to Live by Kerry and Chris Shook and they asked some questions (page 36) that we need to answer as we strive to live well.

What's the biggest physical challenge you face? Weight? Body image? Injury or disease? What would it look like for you to take better care of your temple? What one step can you take today toward improving your physical health? Check out our daily exercise and diet plan at www.OneMonthToLive.com. You'll find daily encouragement and practical tools to support your new, healthy lifestyle.