Detoxing After Thanksgiving

With all the yummy foods during Thanksgiving it's hard to keep our digestive system on track. There are some ways to help our digestion and eating habits during this time though. With all the yummy foods at our finger tips we need to find ways to get rid of those extra calories.

The best way to do this is exercise! Go for a walk after eating a big meal. If you have family over, walk around outside with your grandkids to aid digestion. Any type of movement will help you. After Thanksgiving, don't continue these eating habits. Get back to a well balanced diet and continue eating in moderation. Drink lots of water and add more fruits and vegetables to your plate. One thing you can do to help gut bacteria is get yourself on a Probiotic. This will improve your digestive function greatly. With the holidays here, that doesn't mean you can't eat the foods you love the most. Just take into consideration your portion sizes and the calories. We are all allowed to have our cheat days, just don't make it everyday! 

Source: https://www.rightathome.net

Thanksgiving Recipe

Dijon Roasted Turkey

Ingredients: 

• 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon rosemary leaves, chopped
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• Sea salt and ground pepper
• 3 pounds' turkey breast

  Directions:

• Preheat the oven to 375 F.
• In a small bowl, whisk together mustard, garlic, oil, rosemary, thyme, and sea salt and pepper to taste.
• Rub this over turkey breast thoroughly
• Place breast into a roasting pan and bake for about 2 hours until meat thermometer reads 165-
  170 F. Serves 4. 
  
  Source: https://www.standardprocess.com

Walking Works

Walking can improve your health and overall well-being. It's super simple and even if you don't walk regularly you can start by doing 5-10 minutes each day and working that up to about 30 minutes over time. Walking can help you manage your weight, especially if you have pre-diabetes. It can also strengthen your muscles and improve balance, as falling is a major issue for the senior community. By doing this activity, you can lower your risk for heart disease, stroke, and osteoporosis. 

Articles state that walking with a friend is super beneficial. Most people don't like exercising but this makes it way more fun. Plus, when walking with a friend, it keeps you more accountable. You will be more likely to get up and do it because you won't want to cancel when a friend is waiting for you. 

Some other things to take into consideration:

• Wear the right shoes: Make sure they are comfortable and on properly. Sneakers will work best. 
• Walk at a comfortable pace: Start slow and then work up to what you can do.
• Be aware of your surroundings: Walk on flat surfaces and look for any tripping hazards. Also, make sure the area you are walking in is well lit. 
• Stay hydrated: Bring a water bottle with you so you do not get dehydrated. 
   

Source: http://www.healthinaging.org/resources/resource:walking-tips-for-older-adults/