Section summary
Fats:
- Fats are essential nutrients necessary for the body to absorb fat-soluble vitamins.
- Healthy fats can be saturated or unsaturated and provide long-term energy due to their high calorie content.
- Less processed fats are always a better choice.
- Moderation is key when choosing between saturated and polyunsaturated fats, both offer health benefits.
- Avoid trans fats as they can increase inflammation and are linked to heart disease and Alzheimer's.
- Recommended fats to include in your diet are butter, tallow, lard, coconut, olive oil, avocado, and unrefined sesame oil.
Sleep Hygiene:
- Sleep is crucial for overall health, particularly for hormone metabolism, immune system function, and detoxification.
- Getting 7-9 hours of sleep per night is recommended.
- Quality sleep is better earlier in the night, so aim to sleep earlier rather than later.
- Key tips include maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, creating a dark, cool, and quiet sleep environment, and keeping electronic devices away from the bed.
Grounding (Earthing):
- Contacting your body with the earth's surface can have health-promoting benefits by absorbing negative electrons.
- This practice has been shown to improve sleep, reduce pain, lower stress levels, enhance immune function, and support various physiological functions.
- Ways to ground yourself include spending time on bare ground, grass, sand, concrete, or in contact with water.