At Dawn Potter Acupuncture and Wellness we often meet patients that say they're doing everything to support their wellness. However, diet is an area where they seem to be lacking. today we're discussing the importance of diet when it comes to your overall wellness and good health. Have additional questions? Interested in scheduling an appointment? We would be happy to help with any of your needs, visit our booking site today to schedule your free 15 minute wellness consultation via the phone.
What You Eat Impacts Every Part Of Your Body
From your brain to your toes, every single part of your body is impacted by the things you put inside of it, including what you eat. Many foods, especially highly processed ones are known to cause inflammation, and a range of other problems within the body. inflammation throughout the body is being linked to a range of things from cancer and autoimmune conditions to mental illness and chronic pain.
Add Whole Foods To Your Diet & Avoid Packaged “Fake” Foods
Making sure to eat whole foods is always best. What do we mean by Whole Foods? Real food, things like fruits and vegetables, grains, nuts, and seeds, not things that come in prepackaged boxes in the middle of the grocery store for easy convenience.
Meal Prepping Can Help
Many people find that food preparation is an area where staying healthy is extremely difficult. We highly recommend meal prepping in advance as a way to prepare healthy meals that you can have all week. There are many people on YouTube, and various other places that offer a wealth of information when it comes to meal planning, we highly recommend you check them out. Things such as overnight oats, salads and soups can be easy to prepare in advance and take for lunch or breakfast the next day. Crockpots can be a wonderful tool for preparing a meal before you leave for work or start your day and have it ready by the time you're ready to eat without a whole lot of work at the end of the day when you're already tired.
Schedule Your Appointment With Dawn Potter Acupuncture Today
Think you may need some help when it comes to diet, nutrient intake, recipes or even meal prepping? Schedule an appointment with us today, we would be happy to help.