HEALTH is the new
WEALTH! By Kenza Eyzaguirre
Due to the Global Impact the COVID 19 virus has had on all of our lives, I believe their has been a global movement an awakening towards the importance of ones health! Despite the suffering, losses and economic damage the world has undergone these past few months, the positive side is that the planet as a whole has become more conscious of what is essential in Life. Our health and environment is our most valuable commodity and all else follows once we make these two subjects priority! Here I am going to give you the most relevant Sustainable & Holisitc Tips on how to Improve ones overall health and life to live in a more sustainable manner these will benefit your body, the environment and the planet as a whole.
1. SHOP LOCALLY Reduce your carbon footprint by shopping locally, diminishing the travel and transportation of products and at the same time also help support the local economy. Shopping at local farmers markets is far healthier than shopping at big department stores, the produce often have zero or far less artificial additives and pesticides as the produce come straight from the local countryside farms. It is far healthier for your body to consume these fruits and vegetables as they also pick and sell only what is in season, and is far more economical as they are often sold for less than conventional stores and is overall far more sustainable. Take your own shopping bags to avoid plastic waste. Coo-
king at home is often healthier as one can measure and control the ingredients that are added to their dishes. We can ensure that we are cooking withfresh ingredients and avoid the overuse of salt, sugars and oils and regulate portion control. Ideally we should avoid all processed products. We should attempt to eat whole foods in their most natural form, avoid overcooking and the addition of any artificial additives. Farm to Table meals are the ideal way of eating. Here below are the Healthiest foods to fortify immune system: sweet potatoes, garlic, avocados, green tea, blueberries, coconuts, lemons, tumeric, onions, ginger, grapefruits, chick peas, brocoli, mushrooms, spinach, dates, pomegranates. EXCLUSIVE LIFE MAGAZINE 99
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