What You Put IN Your Body is More Important Than What You Put ON Your Body!

The first wealth is health. -Ralph Waldo Emerson

I am an absolute product junkie! I love pretty packaging and anything that smells good. If I could afford La Mer I would buy it and I’m sure I would be thrilled with the results. The truth is, though, you can spend as little or as much as you want and will obtain similar results. I haven’t splurged on La Mer but I have tried everything from Chanel to Lancome skin products and thought they made my skin feel and look fantastic. Glowy, soft and dewy. I’ve ran through the drugstore in a hurry and bought Cetaphil or Oil of Olay and was so pleased to see the same glow and dewy complexion. Many dermatologists I’ve visited have all recommended the same thing – Dove, Neutrogena, Oil of Olay, La Roche Posay. If I asked them if expensive skincare was ok they would say sure! But the truth is the simplest of products or brands found in any drugstore work just fine. It’s up to you what you want and can afford.

Not negotiable? What you put in your body and how much sleep you get. The right foods and water feed and nourish our skin and hair. Unhealthy eating and sleeping habits take a toll on our skin and hair and there isn’t a product out there that can fix poor nutrition. Beautiful skin and hair can be yours simply by eating fruits, vegetables, drinking water, and getting plenty of sleep. Not to mention more energized and focused.

There is a long list of brain foods that boost concentration, memory and our moods. They have even been linked to helping combat dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. At my age I know it’s not an option but a necessity. I also know to keep it clean and avoid unnecessary supplements and additives. Natural seasonings and fresh ingredients. Smoothies with very few ingredients. Fruit and ice. Maybe a little honey or yogurt.

I have researched online, asked nutritionists and my doctor how to feel better and lessen my anxiety. This is what they said – Good nutrition, exercise, water, sleep. Not one of them said expensive creams, supplements, juice cleansing, or fad diets. Feed your body and your mind. The results are beautiful from the inside out!

Here are my favorite brain foods that taste delicious and keep me looking good:

Blueberries – super brain food! I like it in my yogurt for breakfast.

Avocadoes – squeeze lime on it and call it guacamole. I love it on a salad or toast.

Spinach – in place of lettuce on burgers and sandwiches. Spinach salad with avocado is my favorite!

Cucumbers – in water, salads, alone. I love them!

Salmon – grilled, blackened, sauteed, baked. I love it so much alone or on top of a salad.

Dark chocolate – helps to de-stress and it’s so delicious. A small piece or two each day improves focus.

Nuts and seeds – almonds, pomegranate, pumpkin seeds, pecans, and sunflower seeds are my favorites to add to yogurt or sprinkle on a salad.

Green tea – add honey to make it extra good. I like a cup in the afternoon. My mornings are reserved for coffee!

PIneapple – 85% water and excellent for skin. I love them in smoothies with coconut and ice.

WATER – all caps. Alone or with lemon. Just drink it.

It’s not an effort. All can be purchased from any grocery store. Don’t let anyone tell you it’s expensive to eat healthy. It isn’t. Healthcare and doctor visits are expensive. Eat right, stay healthy to avoid falling ill from poor nutrition habits.

You glow girl!