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.

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