"Perseverance is failing nineteen times and succeeding the twentieth." ~ Julie Andrews, Actor, Singler, Author

MORE EVIDENCE OF CHANGE: Early each year, it is my goal to do some healthy detoxing. The first year I did this was when I read, "Fit for Life." (1985); I am not recommending the book, but it was an excellent education at the time twenty five years ago.

 

For me, the goal is perseverance.

 

"Fit for Life" gave me an awareness of some basic things I was doing that I could change for improved health back then. We have come a long way in nutrition awareness since the 1980s when "dieting" seemed to be the big buzz word, rather than health or wellness. What I liked so much about the book was the concept not of dieting, but small and simple life-style changes leading toward natural wellness, by supporting the body's ability to heal.

 

That year was the first when I began to practice healthy juicing. While I admit that I never had skin problems, still my skin became radiant from these simple changes.

 

There is a lot of controversy about the benefits vs. the harm of caffein. If one is motivated, I think one can find research to support either the pros or the cons of a limited amount of caffein. My main concern was learning how what I consume - perhaps even in hidden forms - can build up in my body.

 

The book explained the concepts of naturopathy. According to Wikipedia, "Naturopathy (Not to be confused with naturopathic medicine or natural medicine) is the systematic application of lifestyle and natural forces to allow the body's innate healing potential to restore and maintain health."

 

Following the crush of holidays, January seems like a good time to review what I am eating and drinking, especially since holidays are a time for temptations I typcially resist to make a visit in my diet.

 

So this week, I am evaluating my caffein comsumption.

 

On Monday, as I thought through my "Take Time for Health" Tuesday ideas, I became aware of how tired I was feeling. Also, I did not want to take on anything major for Tuesday. So the simplest concept for "Take Time for Health" Tuesday was to give up something, instead of trying something. That was easy as I am a big tea drinker.

 

So on Monday night, I began with my decaffeinated teas. Also, green teas are stated to contain less caffein. I do not drink much coffee, but I do drink it. Also, caffein is hidden in other foods. (I am two days into giving up caffein and I do not have the side effects one may get. But that is also based on consumption. The quality of sleep the last two nights is the main difference I am noticing ... other than missing my regular tea and a cup of coffee!)

 

So according to Dr. Oz's evaluation, I may not be over the healthy limit. However, not sleeping as well as I would like was enough of a motivation and worth cutting back the caffein anyway.

 

Just some food for thought for "Take Time for Health" Tuesday. Sorry, I didn't get it posted yesterday ... perhaps I was napping! ;->

 

[Check this out yourself: www.doctoroz.com/challenges/caffeine-detox]

 

Sweet dreams, everybody!

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