I tend to fall behind in my little endeavors. Did I tell you that?
It's not that I've fallen behind on my quest for better health. I've just fallen behind on telling you about it. So let's catch up, shall we?
Week 3 - Lower My Sugar Intake.
This will be a two-parter for sure. The first part, I'm just trying to be more aware of the sugary items I feast upon. This is a real daily battle for me because I have a full-blown, no doubt about it, die-hard addiction to sugar. I can't even imagine how much easier everything else about changing my health habits will become once I completely conquer this addiction.
If that's even possible. I'm sure as sh*t going to try though. So far, I've had some good days and I've had some naughty, naughty days. I think the main thing I'm trying to focus on right now is just being aware of my habits. Next, will be to strictly monitor the number of grams of sugar I consume on a daily basis and keep it to a healthy minimum.
Week 4 - Getting Enough Sleep
It wasn't until my daughter was born (and woke every two hours for much of her first year) that I fully understood the importance and value of a good night's sleep. Can I get an AMEN from the mommas out there? Having seen the evidence in the increased lines on my face, I can tell you that lack of sleep will age you quicker than smoking & drinking combined. Okay, that's not really scientific and don't quote me in any health journal or anything but, I'm telling you, lack of sleep will mess you up!
I have a bad habit of going to bed well past a reasonable bedtime. Something to do with Facebook, I think, but can't be entirely sure. I have been trying to be a good girl the last few weeks and getting my tushy in bed no later than 10:30. My alarm goes off at 6:45 a.m. so, barring any bouts of insomnia or sick kids, this should guarantee me a solid 8 hours of sleep. Woohoo!
Here is a quick article on the effects of sleep deprivation. You'll be interested to know that it really doesn't take as much as you think to become sleep deprived. Skipping out on just a couple hours of sleep several times a week can have negative effects on your health.
Well, Week 5 is right around the corner. I have scheduled a dentist appointment and a doctor appointment for next week. I don't know why I thought it would be fun to do both in the same week but I guess I'm just crazy like that. Maybe if I'm a good patient I'll get a lollipop. ;)
It's not that I've fallen behind on my quest for better health. I've just fallen behind on telling you about it. So let's catch up, shall we?
Week 3 - Lower My Sugar Intake.
This will be a two-parter for sure. The first part, I'm just trying to be more aware of the sugary items I feast upon. This is a real daily battle for me because I have a full-blown, no doubt about it, die-hard addiction to sugar. I can't even imagine how much easier everything else about changing my health habits will become once I completely conquer this addiction.
If that's even possible. I'm sure as sh*t going to try though. So far, I've had some good days and I've had some naughty, naughty days. I think the main thing I'm trying to focus on right now is just being aware of my habits. Next, will be to strictly monitor the number of grams of sugar I consume on a daily basis and keep it to a healthy minimum.
Week 4 - Getting Enough Sleep
It wasn't until my daughter was born (and woke every two hours for much of her first year) that I fully understood the importance and value of a good night's sleep. Can I get an AMEN from the mommas out there? Having seen the evidence in the increased lines on my face, I can tell you that lack of sleep will age you quicker than smoking & drinking combined. Okay, that's not really scientific and don't quote me in any health journal or anything but, I'm telling you, lack of sleep will mess you up!
I have a bad habit of going to bed well past a reasonable bedtime. Something to do with Facebook, I think, but can't be entirely sure. I have been trying to be a good girl the last few weeks and getting my tushy in bed no later than 10:30. My alarm goes off at 6:45 a.m. so, barring any bouts of insomnia or sick kids, this should guarantee me a solid 8 hours of sleep. Woohoo!
Here is a quick article on the effects of sleep deprivation. You'll be interested to know that it really doesn't take as much as you think to become sleep deprived. Skipping out on just a couple hours of sleep several times a week can have negative effects on your health.
Well, Week 5 is right around the corner. I have scheduled a dentist appointment and a doctor appointment for next week. I don't know why I thought it would be fun to do both in the same week but I guess I'm just crazy like that. Maybe if I'm a good patient I'll get a lollipop. ;)
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