Compass Rose Nutrition & Wellness
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With Gaylene Gomez
Work can be one of the most stressful places we spend time. Especially now, in the middle of a pandemic, with jobs that have had to change to adapt to the times. As we are picking up the slack and transitioning back and forth between home and the office, it will be a lot for anyone to handle. This is why prioritizing mental health and being vigilant about keeping stress at bay is so important.
I have five tried and true tricks up my sleeve to keep stress low and spirits high.
Cortisol is the body's primary stress hormone. It plays a significant role in many bodily functions, including how it controls our blood sugar levels. It usually starts higher in the morning and then gradually decreases as the day goes on.
Cortisol can also play a role in regulating the body's sleep and wake cycles. It can also manage how the body utilizes nutrients like carbohydrates, fats, and proteins to help reduce inflammation and plays a role in controlling blood pressure. When we are overloaded with stress, our bodies may need additional help to lower cortisol.
These are some practical ways to lower cortisol levels and, therefore, lower stress.
What would it be like for you to make your dining experience one of connection, renewal, and nourishment? This can mean something different for each of us, but it all boils down to some core concepts.
Upleveling your dining experience can improve your days in more than one way -- prioritizing connection at mealtimes will help you grow in relationships, slowing down will help with digestion and absorption of nutrients, and enables you to practice mindfulness.
Instead of plugging in when you should be tuning out, try some of these tips for an all-around better dining experience:
Creating a morning routine that works for you is so important! Your morning routine should make you feel good, not exhausted and unhappy. Just because a few successful CEOs credit their success to waking up at the break of dawn and doing their elaborate morning routine doesn’t mean that this will work for you. That’s right - you don’t have to join the 5 am club!
It is also important to test out your morning routine and reflect on how it makes you feel. Don’t be afraid to make changes and find what works best for you. Keep an open mind as it typically takes a few tweaks to get this right. It also might change based on the season and what is on your list for the day.
Check out these three tips I have for creating a morning routine that works for you!
