My slim down secrets
Hello everyone!!! I’ve had a few people ask what supplements I use and how I get ready for pageants. I thought on today’s blog, I would share some of my favorite products and slim down secrets.
I’m a huge advocate for using products that are 100% natural. I don’t use any protein powders, pre-work, fat burners etc. I know a lot of people swear by those things,a but I prefer to use products that are 1. all natural and harmless 2. I can use for the rest of my life. Trial and error with other “diets” lead me to the conclusion that I wanted to start a lifestyle that didn’t have “use for 8 weeks and then stop” expiration date. On top of juicing and eating an all natural diet, there are a few things I think help to shed those last few pounds and really help with de-bloating. I bloat like crazy… If eat something that has a lot of sodium, you can tell the next day, so I have done quiet a bit of research on how to naturally drop water weight. These are a few things that work for me!
1. Dandelion Root
Dandelion Root is like magic! It serves as a digestive aid and flushes waste, salt, and water out of the kidneys which significantly helps with bloating. Dandelion reduces inflammation throughout the body, is rich in antioxidants, regulates blood sugar levels, and boosts the immune system.
You can purchase dandelion root at most health food stores. It comes in a tea form and in a pill form. I prefer the pill form because I find it to be more potent, however I like both!
2. Epsom Salt Bath
Epsom salt baths are the bomb.com You’ve probably heard to take one when you’re sore, but if you happen to be feeling like you're carrying a little extra water weight… these bad boys will do the trick!
I prefer to use warm-hot water and soak for about 30-45 minutes. I use anywhere from half a bag to a whole bag and I love the Dr. Teals brand. I typically buy it at Target and my favorite is the lavender!
3. Magnesium
Magnesium is an incredible mineral. There are a lot of foods that have a high magnesium content, but I take the pill form daily. It helps digest proteins, carbohydrates, and fats among several other things!
4. Digestive Enzymes
Taking a digestive enzymes to help with digestion is like hiring workers for a large task inside the body. Digestive enzymes help fight to keep your gut healthy. They break down our food and help us absorb properly. If you feel bloated or constipated, enzymes could be your saving grace! (pictured below are women's digestive enzymes because that's what I use but there are men's available as well)
5. Probiotics
Probiotics help with overall digestive management! Keeping your gut clean is important when trying to lose or maintain weight.
6. Cranberry Tea
Cranberry has a lot of powerful benefits. This superfood is even more delicious in a tea form and filled with vitamins and antioxidants. Cranberry tea helps flush the kidneys, liver, and burns fat by removing toxins from the body. It can also help increase the metabolism depending on how much your drink. It’s good stuff!!!
7. Dry Sauna
Do whatever you can to sweat! Sitting in a sauna induces sweating significantly which in return rids the body of waste products. You will be getting rid of toxins and shedding excess water weight. I love sitting in the dry sauna at the end of my workout. I always feel great when I leave the sauna!
8. Juicing
Of course, I am a huge believer in juicing. If you are looking to drop a few pounds for any reason, I highly suggest adding more fruit and veggie juices to your diet. Fruits and veggies have an unlimited amount of nutrients that heal the body from the inside out. Juices also have a very low sodium content which helps when trying to de-bloat.
Because these supplements are all natural, you can incorporate your favorites into your daily or weekly routine! I personally use about half of these product on a daily basis. A lot of excess weight is stored in the gut which is why it’s so important to always keep things moving. I highly recommend finding a good probiotic and digestive enzyme to take regularly. You can buy the majority of these at health food stores like Whole Foods.
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Ashley
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Ashley
