How Do You De-Stress?

Now that the children are back at school and Summer is over, most parents begin to get back into
the swing of things.  Routines return, bedtimes are reestablished and it's nice to sit and enjoy the quiet time of having the children at school for the day.

Often we look forward to September because it's the beginning of a new school year and many
parents are ready for a much needed break.  With the children back to the books, Fall is the perfect time for parents to begin an exercise or yoga practice. 

By taking a mere 20 to 30 minutes most days of the week you can dramatically change the way your
body handles stress.  Some great options to get back into the routine of de-stressing and re-energizing
are the following:

* Simple stretch routine for 20 minutes before work
* Walk for 15 minutes on your work breaks
* Take a 30 minute walk after dinner with your spouse
* Enroll at a yoga class once or twice per week

These are just a few ideas.  It's important to choose something that you enjoy.
It also helps to have a buddy join you!

Let us know what you decide to do.

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How Important is a Good Night's Sleep?

Most people don't understand the importance of a good night's sleep.  Sleep helps to
regulate our entire body and helps to balance systems that regulate metabolism.  Sleep
is so important that without it we can even begin to gain weight!

For some people, getting proper sleep allows for easier and quicker weight loss.

Here are a few simple suggestions to get a good night's sleep.

1- Determine how tired you truly are.  On a scale of 1 to 10 assess your tiredness.

2- Next determine how much sleep you really think you need to feel refreshed and renewed.

3- Prepare yourself for sleep.  When we are overtimed it is hard to wind down.  This is
     when preparing yourself for sleep can be very beneficial.  Taking a hot shower or
     soaking in a hot bath with lavender or epsom salts can help to sooth and relax your
      mind and body.

4- Create the space for your much needed sleep.  For a more detailed explanation
     simply visit this SITE where you learn what to do when you can't sleep along with
     other great ideas to help you get the sleep your body needs.

Join us for Breakfast: the Most Important Meal of the Day!

We all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Yet some find it impossible to fit it into their morning routine and others are filling up on what amounts to a glycemic nightmare. Instant oatmeal, bagels and breakfast sandwiches will set you up for a day of unhealthy food choices and an overall cranky mood for the rest of the day.

The breakfast recipes taught in this class can either be made in advance or cook unattended while you shower or check email.

On the Menu
Buttery Pancake Squash
Breakfast Scramble and Sausage
Overnight Oats
Tropical Sunrise
White and Herbal Teas

Please be our guest...
We would love to have you in attendance at our next cooking class.
Not only do you learn easy, quick, healthy recipes; we also eat together at the end.

As always we encourage you to bring a friend or support person along with you. It's double the fun!

To RSVP and register please click HERE
If you have any questions please e-mail info@highlevelwellnessonline.com

or call us at 856-428-5495.  We look forward to seeing you!


Address:
1812 Berlin Rd
Cherry Hill, NJ
08003
Map and Directions

Start Time: 7:00 pm
End Time: 9:30 pm

Anxious about Getting the Kids Back to School

If you're anxious about getting the kids back to school, High Level Wellness has a few simple solutions.

The responsibilities of school shopping, school lunches, sleep times and morning routines are enough to put even the most organized parent over the edge.

Returning those children to school can cause stress. Stress can come from any situation or thought that makes you feel frustrated, angry, or anxious. What is stressful to one person is not necessarily stressful to another.

So, to address the basic issue of stress and anxiety, High Level Wellness has come up with a simple guidelines to make this transition back to school a little easier.

Ready?

1- Be sure to get adequate sleep and only take on tasks that you can fit comfortably into your schedule.

2- Drink plenty of water and nourish yourself with fresh whole foods. Be sure to avoid fast foods with your added responsibilities since this will contribute to your anxiety and stress.

3- Ask for support. One of the best ways to manage everything is to speak up and ask for what you need.

4- Celebrate your accomplishments, especially after you get the kids on the bus and safely to their destination. Then you will benefit from taking a much needed break.

Be safe this Labor Day weekend and enjoy!

How Affirmations Help with Health Problems

Have you ever wondered how affirmations can help with health problems?

You may have heard about how changing your mind holds the power to change your health and subsequently your life. Today's post is about how this process takes place.

An affirmation is a positive statement that is designed to deal with a specific issue. So for example, let's say you are struggling with back pain. According to Louise Hay, when you use these affirmations, you will be transforming the root cause of your discomfort thereby helping to ease your pain and transform you health and your life.

Here's the affirmation for low back pain:

"I trust the process of life. All I need is always taken care of."

Here's an affirmation for upper back pain:

"I love and approve of myself. Life supports and loves me."

Try this one for hypertension:

"I joyously release the past. I am at peace."


Now I realize these might seem a little "pie in the sky" but when you use these on a daily basis you will experience less distress if you are able to connect what you are saying with how you are feeling. Just saying the words might help some, but allowing your body to feel the release or the trusting or the approval is the key to transforming health and releasing the pain that might be limiting you.

If you struggle with back pain or hypertension, try one of these affirmations. Then let us know your results. We love hearing from you!

Salad Dressings Anyone Can Make that are Good For You!

Now you can make salad dressings that are yummy and good for you.

End your struggles with shopping and reading all those labels that have lots of big words that usually means "processed or preserved."

Try making your own salad dressing with cold pressed olive oil and some Bragg's vinegar. You simply want to mix up 1/3 cup vinegar to 2/3 cup olive oil. Add some spices like fresh garlic, dried onion, paprika or other spices you enjoy. You can even add the juice of a freshly squeezed lemon or lime for some extra zing! Grapefruit juice also adds a special flavor.

Your body will love the natural whole food dressings that you create and your tastebuds will enjoy the full flavor and rich taste of homemade dressing. And it's incredibly simple!

Salad dressings anyone can make are easier than you think and they're not only good for you, they're easy on your budget and better for your health!

Try some today and share your unique recipes with us here on the blog.

Stay Hydrated by Eating the Right Foods

Did you know that you can stay hydrated simply by eating the right foods?

Because water is one of the most important nutrients, it's worth taking a look at how you can increase your daily intake by eating the right foods.

Consuming raw foods such as lettuce, cucumbers, fresh fruits and especially watermelon all add to your daily water intake. Watermelon is approximately 94% water (thus the name "water" melon)making it a super hydrating food choice.



And when you're looking to cool down from the summer heat waves, try placing your fruit in the freezer. Grapes and cherries make yummy treats instead of other less nutritious food choices.

So the next time you're thirsty, try a slice of watermelon. It's simple to stay hydrated by eating the right foods!