3/25/24: Bob Marley juice, spirulina, and lymphatic drainage

Your Monday Motivation of inspiration, recipes, superfoods, and tips for mind, body, and spirit...

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Rob Herring
March 25, 2024

Happy Monday my friend,

🩊 How do you get close enough to take care of a baby fox (also known as a “kit”)? Become a fox yourself! The Richmond Wildlife Center uses this weird technique to avoid “human imprinting” to protect the true nature of this lovely creature. You gotta see it HERE.

Also: Happy Birthday to my Dad! I’ll always cherish the memories of lake time and camping trips when I was a kid. It left a huge impression and has a lot to do with my appreciation for the outdoors. đŸžïž

Monday Motivation - 3/25/24

đŸ„• BE THE CHANGE: Noticing a lack of nutritious foods in the D.C. Metro area, cold-pressed juice company entrepreneur Jerri Evans “created a place where health is cool.” With juices named the “Bromelionaire” and “Bob Marley,” her 6 juice locations are thriving and making healthy foods affordable in underserved communities. Go Jerri!

đŸ„‘ RECIPE OF THE WEEK: Love avocados? Me too. If you’ve ever planned on making homemade guacamole, tacos, and avocado toast
 only to realize the avocados you just purchased are hard as rocks, use this resource to learn the perfect tips for ripening ultra-firm avocados quickly!

🌊 SUPERFOOD SPOTLIGHT: Did you know 60 percent of algae is made up of protein? The incredibly dense concentration of iron, potassium, zinc, calcium, and B vitamins plus the added benefits of protein make spirulina one of the most powerful algae superfoods available. When sourced properly, high quality spirulina fights free radicals, detoxifies, and has been shown to improve stamina and endurance during intense workouts.

 

đŸ’€ MIND: A cross-sectional study will debut next month at the American Academy of Neurology’s Annual Meeting, revealing research that shows how sleep apnea correlated with a 50% increase in memory and thinking problems. Sleep apnea is estimated to affect 39M American adults, and while more research needs to be done in this area, it’s a reminder that proper breathing during sleep is essential for cognitive health.

đŸ’Ș BODY: Your body’s “network of housekeepers”—the lymphatic system— is one of the only circulatory systems in the body that must be manually activated. Self-lymphatic massage can “reduce chronic inflammation, facilitate muscle recovery, and aid pain management,” plus lower stress, improve sleep, and boost overall health. Learn how to improve your own lymphatic drainage at home with these easy self-care practices.

đŸ¶ SPIRIT: If you feel instantly happier and more relaxed after playing with a dog, you’re not alone. This new study shows “engaging in specific activities with dogs can increase brain activity in areas associated with relaxation, emotional stability, attention, and concentration,” and it increases levels of oxytocin, the bonding and stress relief hormone. (Who has a puppy I can play with?!)

You never change your life until you step out of your comfort zone; change begins at the end of your comfort zone.

Roy T. Bennett

Happy Birthday - I love you Dad!

To a healing future,

Rob

P.S. Every time I receive a compliment about my Xero Shoes, it’s a great conversation starter to talk about how normal shoes restrict your toes and screw with your posture. I love helping people think about why being barefoot is good for you, and when that’s not an option, the second best is wearing Xero Shoes. Learn more HERE.