Down To Earth 🌎
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⭐ THE QUICK BITES ⭐
🙌 Wisdom: “Someone’s sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.” -Warren Buffet
📊 Health Hack: Keep a tennis ball under your desk and roll your feet on it while working—it relaxes your nervous system and reduces tension.
🍽️ Recipe: Creamy Kale Pasta
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Hello all!
I’m traveling back to the States, so I’m keeping this short, sweet, and to the point (otherwise, I don’t think I would’ve been able to get one out for you all today).
Let’s jump in!
- 🧼 Dust Bunnies: The Silent Health Hazard
- 🏠 Transform Your Environment, Transform Your Health!
- 🍇 The Berry That Fights UTIs (Yup, Not Cranberries)
- 💥 Back Pain: The New Global Epidemic
🧼 Dust Bunnies: The Silent Health Hazard
Let’s face it: dust bunnies are basically the ninja assassins of our indoor air quality.
While you think you’ve got a quirky dust collection happening, those invisible particles are like tiny spies, quietly infiltrating your lungs without an invite. 😱
Here’s the deal: Dust isn’t just an unsightly accumulation of your cat’s hair and your own skin cells!
It can include harmful stuff like mold spores and bacteria, which may drop in uninvited and wreak havoc on your respiratory system.
So, how do you reclaim the clean air in YOUR home?
- Declutter your space! Less stuff means less dust.
- Get yourself some good filters for your HVAC or AC unit. A little investment can go a long way!
- Test your dust for contaminants to really get a grip on what kind of party it’s throwing.
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🏠 Transform Your Environment, Transform Your Health!
1️⃣ Kitchen Clear-Out: Take a good look at what's lurking in your kitchen. Swap out those enticing chips for cut fruit 🍎 or yogurt parfaits.
2️⃣ Portion Control Pro: Bag those chips into smaller portions—it’s like creating your own snacking fortress!
3️⃣ Size Matters: Use smaller plates to help regulate those portion sizes; nobody wants to be the plate-filling villain! 🍽️
4️⃣ Visual Cues: Put your workout gear by the door or make a “What's for Dinner?” board! Consistent reminders can enhance commitment! 💪
5️⃣ Social Surfing: Evaluate your social media and friends. Surround yourself with the right influences—it might just be the cherry on top of your health sundae! 🍒
Change is tough, but stacking the deck in your favor can make it feel like a breeze! 🌬️✨
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🍇 The Berry That Fights UTIs (Yup, Not Cranberries)
Listen up, urinary tract warriors!
If you thought cranberries were the ultimate protector against UTIs, think again!
It turns out an army of berries is ready to defend you—blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries are your new best friends! 🙌
Here’s why:
✨ Antioxidant boosters: Those little gems are packed with antioxidants, which can help keep your urinary tract healthy and happy!
🍽️ Recipe suggestions: Toss those berries in smoothies, salads, or just munch them fresh. Your UTI-fighting game just got a major upgrade!
But note: If you’re already feeling the burn (not in a good way), these berries won’t erase that UTI. Only antibiotics can do that.
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💥 Back Pain: The New Global Epidemic
What’s worse than stepping on a LEGO? Living with chronic back pain, which is now striking 619 million victims worldwide. 😞
Guess what? Most of the time, back pain doesn’t mean your spinal cord is doing the cha-cha under pressure.
It’s mostly non-specific, meaning there’s often nothing physically wrong. Pain doesn’t equal damage, and contrary to popular belief, more pain doesn’t mean more damage either!
Here’s what you can try:
🏃♂️ Keep movin’: Gentle movement helps ease the pain. Even a leisurely stroll counts—just think of it as a stroll through the park with your thoughts!
🧊 Ice it if you have to: A bag of frozen peas can work wonders! 🍂 (Trust me, they don’t mind being a temporary ice pack.)
👨⚕️ Red flags to watch for: If you experience numbness, chest pain, or a fever, it’s time to call the doc.
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📚 Ryan's Book Of The Week |
You ever have one of those weeks where your motivation is on vacation, your focus is in witness protection, and your energy is… just not there? 😅 Yeah, welcome to the club.
This week’s book is like a pep talk and a tactical guide had a baby. It’s all about learning how to do hard things—even when you really don’t feel like it.
💡 Why read it?
- Find out how to build real mental toughness (not the fake “grind 24/7” kind).
- Learn how to keep showing up after the motivation wears off.
- Understand why the uncomfortable stuff is exactly where the growth is hiding.
Whether you're chasing fitness goals, business dreams, or just trying to drink more water and sleep 8 hours… this book helps you flip the “I can’t” switch off for good.
Challenge yourself to try at least one new healthy food or ingredient each day this week—something you've never tasted or cooked with before. Be curious, adventurous, and have fun with it!
Quick Examples:
Try dragon fruit, cook with fresh ginger, explore quinoa, or add chia seeds to your smoothie.
Here's why:
- Trying new foods boosts your nutritional variety, supporting better gut health.
- Introducing new flavors keeps healthy eating exciting, preventing boredom and cravings.
- Expanding your palate makes it easier to maintain balanced eating habits long-term.
💬 Your Turn (Reply Today!):
Reply right now and let me know which new food or ingredient you're going to try!
🚀 If you loved today’s tips… imagine how much your best friend, workout buddy, or health-conscious coworker would, too. Forward them this email and make their day!
Until next time,
Ryan Lehman
Your guide to a balanced, healthy life
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