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We share this week's favorite recipe, podcast, blog article, the Deal of the Week & more!
We share this week's favorite recipe, podcast, blog article, the Deal of the Week & more!
Greetings Friend,
Coronavirus -- aka COVID-19 -- panic is in full swing. And while it can seem a bit scary, I want to kick things off today's newsletter with 6 linchpin preventive tips. After all, an ounce prevention is worth a pound of cure.
Don't panic. Easier said than done, I know, especially considering that COVID-19 is the wallpaper of our lives at the moment. But stressing out, in general, is going to put you at a greater risk for getting sick. There's a difference between being prepared and panicking. When it comes to managing stress, set boundaries, practice yoga, meditate, do some deep breathing, spend time in nature, pray and be grateful.
Practice everyday preventative behaviors. Wash your hands frequently. Cover coughs and sneezes. Stay home (includes you kids) when your sick. Limit trips to public places to necessity.
Sleep well. poor quality sleep and inadequate sleep can increase your odds of coming down with a virus up to 5-fold. Practice healthy sleep hygiene - sleep in a distraction-free, dark, cool and quite room, for example -- and make sure you give yourself the opportunity to get 7-9 hours of sleep. (Parents of newborns, I know this is not reasonable... so make up for it in the other areas.)
Exercises - but not too much. regular exercise works like gangbusters for enhancing the immune system. But soul-crushing workouts and over-training actually suppress the immune system, making you more susceptible to getting sick.
Eat well. Ditch the junk food and focus on eating a variety of whole foods, with an emphasis on colorful, antioxidants- and micro-nutrient-rich plants. See section #4 below for specific recommendations.
Supplement smart. No supplement is going to be a replacement for the proven immune-boosting strategies listed above. However, there are quite a few difference-makers, such as vitamins C and D, zinc, glutathione, probiotics, elderberry, olive leaf extract, oregano oil, various mushrooms and certain peptides.
1. Favorite Recipe We Tried This Week
"For each petal on the shamrock, this brings a wish your way: Good health, good luck and happiness for today and every day." This coming Tuesday is St. Paddy's Day, of course, and we've got no shortage of recipes to help you celebrate, starting with 5 ways to get your greens this Saint Patrick's Day, which features delicious derivations of all the basics like guacamole, hummus, Brussels sprouts, kale chips and more. And if you're looking for a little more variety -- including smoothies and bowls -- check out our top 5 delicious "green" recipes…the "morning energy smoothie" is uh-mazing and so easy. Sláinte!
2. Best of What Customers Are Saying
This week, I want to give a special shout-out to BioTRUST VIPer and previous BioTRUST 12-Week Shape-Up Challenge Grand-Prize Winner Doug Matz, who is pictured below (left) with his son (middle) and father (right). This picture was taken after a 5K in which Doug (56), his son (7) and his dad (80) all placed in their respective age groups. Doug has been a model for both his son and his dad, and he and his shining example are leading three generations of healthy men. We're proud of you, Doug; keep up the great work!
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4. Most Popular Blog Article This Week
As I mentioned from the get-go, eating well is fundamental to supporting a healthy, high-functioning immune system. Let's get more specific about what that means, starting with this list of 70+ immune-boosting foods, which are the best sources of the nutrients that are mission-critical for a competent, robust immune system. If you're feeling overwhelmed by that long list, start with these 19+ foods that boost immunity. And remember, what you don't eat is also important. In other words, ditch the processed junk. Refined industrial seed oils (like soybean, canola and corn oils, for instance), refined grains and added sugars can contribute to impaired immune function.
5. Transformation Challenge
We're now over the half-way hump in our 12-Week Shape-Up Challenge, and after 7 weeks, our feisty group of participants has dropped over 850 pounds.
According to our fearless leader Coach Cristina, that's the equivalent of 12,700 Kings…Checkmate!
In addition to the stellar group progress, over 30 folks have joined the 10 Pounds Down Club while 5 are leading the pack in the 20 Pounds Down Club.
To follow the competition more closely -- and to get your own dose of daily inspiration -- head on over to our VIP Community; it is completely free, and we'd love for you to stop by and introduce yourself today!
6. Make-A-Wish®
Two months. For a child undergoing arduous medical treatments, two months is an eternity. When 5-year-old Charlotte was diagnosed with a blood disorder, she spent eight weeks tethered to her hospital bed undergoing a bone marrow transplant. The pain, nausea and depression took a toll on the normally bright and playful child.
Charlotte's mom Estela said her daughter loves two things: twirly dresses and unicorns. Since she could talk, she said someday she wanted to meet a unicorn. Thanks to the generosity of our Make-A-Wish® donors, Charlotte's wish came true and was a beacon of light during a dark time in her life.
"When Charlotte found out she was meeting a real, live unicorn, she was over the moon," said Estela. "It was so refreshing to see her so excited, because not long ago, Charlotte's world was crashing down."
The night before her wish, a beautiful dress, sandals and purple necklace were delivered to her hotel room. The next day, Charlotte was led to a field where she closed her eyes in anticipation. Then a mythical unicorn Bam Bam, covered in fresh flowers, a glittery horn and purple hooves, appeared at the edge of a "magical forest." Charlotte spent the morning with the horse, petting and riding him, even feeding the unicorn carrots and apples. When lunch arrived, Bam Bam escaped back to the magical woods.
"Charlotte's wish brought her back to life," said Estela. "We lived so long in and out of the hospital over the years, she's missed out on growing up and having fun. Her wish reminded us that life doesn't have to be just hospitals, needles and surgeries."
The generosity of everyone involved in granting her wish helped Charlotte look beyond the challenges of her illness and see the impossible as possible.
Thank you for helping us make wishes like Charlotte's come true -- and providing hope, positive emotions and distractions for kids battling life-threatening medical conditions. Thanks to your support, we've donated over $1,850,000 to Make-A-Wish, helping grant more than 205 wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions.
6. Deal of the Week
Unfortunately, everywhere I turn there are news stories of the rising death toll from the coronavirus.
And although there's no cure yet for this scary virus, which causes severe upper-respiratory tract illnesses, you may be wondering why some people "get" sick with the virus and others don't.
Well, it really comes down to one thing…
The strength of your immune system.
And right here, in this email, I want to help your immune system in a big way!
But first off, did you know that 70% of your immune system in your digestive tract? It's true.
And as you may know, the #1 priority of your immune system is DEFENSE.
That, of course, begs the question…
What exactly is that best immune-supporting nutrient you'll most want to supplement with to best protect you?
The answer… PROBIOTICS. (But only if you use the RIGHT kind.)
BioTRUST's Pro-X10™ -- This premium probiotic is simply light years better than any product out there.
And here's the BEST NEWS of all if you're concerned about supporting your immune system to the max:
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PLUS, you're instantly getting two bonus reports with your order -- The 3-Week Diet and 53 Fat-Burning Smoothies and Milkshakes -- as a free gift (a $50 value).
Please note this special offer is only good this week or until supplies run out -- and they likely WILL run out fast because of how popular Pro-X10 is right now during these stressful times.
Again, the code to use at checkout for a 30% savings on your ENTIRE order today is HEALTHY30 -- and be sure to stock up during this special sale as there are NO quantity limits or product restrictions!
If you have feedback or questions on your journey to better health and wellness, I'd love for you to find us on social media and join our VIP Community.
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