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Since we have this “lets chat” forum there is a topic that I’m interested in and wondered if anybody is interesed in chating about it. I havn’t seen any talk on it and I’m wondering if I’m the only one concerned about this or if this is not the place to discuss- hmmmmmm.
I’m dealing with some health issues and want to be all I can be for my family and want to glorify God in my body. What do you all do to stay healthy and fit? I want to lose some weight while breastfeeding my baby. Any suggestions ladies? What has worked for you and what hasn’t?
I know that Charlotte would encourage us to be healthy for our children, right? Any thoughts- what about healthy eating and exercise for the whole family?
Blessings!
Heather
Heather, I thought I’d add to your discussion on health and tell you what I do to try and stay healthy.
1st I start by getting up and reading my devotional/daily bible readings. Then I get ready for my day. I try (mind you like today waking wiht a headache I didn’t) and look nice for my famiy. Not that I get all dolled up just clean and presentable.
I am working out with a friend a couple times a week and that is nice. Because with a friend I feel more apt to do it.
As far as eating goes. We eat NO white’s (flour, sugar etc), we eat lots of fruit and vegi’s, and if it has High Frutous Corn Syrup (SP?) than it’s not here (except for a very few things). We have vacation days where we eat what ever we want that is a healthy thing to do than we never feel like we can’t have soemthing. Those vacation foods are like once ever 2 weeks. Not all day mind you just for a meal or so.
Get OUTSIDE! That’s a biggy.. we live in Minnesota and the days now are crazy but it’s still importnat to get outside and move. One other thing I do that is a MUST is we have about an hour and a half a day of “QUIET” time. Napping for the little ones and the older ones must be quiet and NOT interupt mom unless “emergency”. I need that on many levels with being pregnant and very tired this time.
don’t know if this is what you were looking for but this is how I stay healthy. Oh the last thing I will mention is we do see a Chiropractor. It has been many years now and I have never been healther sence going and had easier pregnancies sence seeing him. I truely believe he is God’s hands on us when we visit. (Like tonight to get rid of this headache) on that note we NEVER take medication or over the counter meds. All natural here!!
Misty
I’m glad you ladies got this chat going! I’m very interested in reading the posts. And, by the way, sharing ways to stay in good health is very CM-ish! Charlotte believed that doing all we can to have good health is our duty: “How many know that health is a duty, and not merely an advantage; that a serviceable body, strong and capable, is a debt we owe to ourselves, our kin, and our kind?” (Vol. 5, p. 386).
Hi ladies,My teen daughters and I get up and go straight out for a brisk walk around the neighborhood each morning – that energises us for the day – we also have an exercise bike to use when the weather is too hot or too wet. When we get home we have our showers and get ready for our day with Bible and devotions at that time. We try to eat in a healthy manner and I make 99% of our meals from scratch, (we rarely eat out)using only lean meats and lots of vegetables. We have quite a few vegetarian meals to ring the changes as well. We are not rabid about what we eat, but try to balance everything. We don’t drink any soda, just juice and the rest of the time water. We do drink regular tea (I am English and have to have tea, with milk and sugar) and chamomile tea. We avoid all over the counter meds if we can and I use a lot of aromatherapy and homeopathic medicine in our home which I have some training in. However, when necessary we do take antibiotics etc if the doctor decides it is absolutely vital. I am a great believer in balance in all things – we make sure our time with God comes immediately after breakfast and we make sure we have some quiet reflective time each day. We spend a lot of time in our yard, which is a perrenial flower and herb garden and often do lessons out there when the weather is good. We don’t own a scale and only ever get weighed when we go to the doctor. I know if I need to eat a little less by the way my clothes fit – I don’t believe in diets, just balance of what we eat. So far it is working for us – but every family is different – however I think balance in everything is vital for everyone. Lindy
Ahh, I am with you Misty.
Staying away from white (bread, rice, sugars) is a biggie for us, too. NO nutritional value in them. Because of certain health issues in our family, we have learned alot about how bad (and ADDICTING) carbohydrates and sweets are. I have a weight issue, but one of low weight. So when I had to break free from carbs and sweets 100% (due to hives), I became concerned because the weight came off so quickly. Quite honestly, I had to start eating some carbs again (in moderation) because I just didn’t feel good about myself with how lean I was – I’m just careful with the choices I make. Truly, it’s a proven fact that if you want to lose weight, drop the carbs and sugars – I’m a living example. You do have to keep a balanced diet and carbs can be found in better forms outside of breads.
Our whole family also sees a Chiropractor every six weeks and we also stay away from ANY medications/over-the-counter drugs. That is reactive care that only suppresses symptoms; we approach health pro-actively now, to avoid poor health the best we can. The only thing my daughter and I are sometimes forced to take is asthma medication when we are in need of using the nebulizer for a treatment. This is only done to prevent a trip to the ER, otherwise, our asthma is approached in a more preventative manner, avoiding triggers.
Staying away from ANY processed foods is a must for preventative care. There are far too many chemicals in our food and the proof of the many diseases existing today are undoubtedly (and proven to be) the effects. (Just take a look at the ingredients of a loaf of bread on your local grocery store shelves – even if it’s “healthy whole wheat”, the ingredients are enough to scare you. Compare it to what you actually need at home to make a delicious loaf of bread.)
Ohhhh….High Fructose Corn Syrup — BAD, BAD news.
When nursing, the most important thing to keep in your diet is good, healthy fats. I had alot of avocados (which I love), good raw butter, raw milk, olive oil on my salad, and a daily dose of cod liver oil (in capsule form of course LOL). These are the things I focused on and even though my youngest and I were greatly challenged with milk production, she is healthy and strong and nursed exclusively until she was two. I truly believe that this was only possible because of the good fats. Truly, my milk never “came in” like with the other three, but despite what seemed to be hardly any milk, proved to be enough to build a healthy child.
The one thing I do fail in is getting fresh air everyday. This was highly advised by my doctor, but it seems the day goes by so quickly (and like Misty, the weather doesn’t always make it desireable). Thank you for mentioning this Misty.
I look forward to reading other responses to Heather’s post. 🙂
God bless.
If ever we will have to take antibiotics (our pediatrician respects our lack of desire to do so, so she doesn’t push it), but if we did, I would be sure to have some acidophyllis on hand to build up the good flora that is destroyed along with bad bacteria by the antibiotic.
live2inspire.. it’s nice to hear your story it’s very much like mine. all the way to the acidophyllis which is a must.
We also take vitamins everyday! And detox as need be. I just thought I’d add that.
I know it’s very hard for my parents to understand our way of life cause it’s nothing like theres which lives on McDonalds and coke. But it’s weird when you understand what you are putting into your body how it doesn’t matter what anyone else thinks.
I am loving his topic keep it coming everyone
Misty
Hey ladies, thanks so much for the “healthful” insight! We are making some serious changes in our home and love to hear your thoughts. If anyone else would like to share, I would love to hear more……
Thankful for you!
Heather
Hi all,
I’m bringing up this topic again because we’ve transitioned to some more healthy eating. We’ve been whole foods & organic for awhile now but thinking of going raw. Any experience with this? Any good sites or recipees to share? This will be much easier and less expensive in the summer and fall when we’re harvesting our garden but I thought of getting started early. I’d love tips and suggestions from those of you who eat this way.
Thanks, 😉
Heather
Misty and Live2Inspire-
Just curious if you and your families have always done this, or if it was a gradual change?
We have been on a …sss-lll-ooo-www… journey to a more healthier lifestyle.I’ve just recently wheened my kids off kool-aid and fast food, so when I say slow, I mean slow.
One book I have checked out from the library numerous times is Shonda Parker’s Mommy Diagnostics.It has been very helpful, especially her 12 monthly steps to stocking your med cabinet and buying supplies.Have you read this?Both of your lifestyles seem to reflect the ideas in this book.
We’ve also often thought about using a chiropractor.Our 4 yr old ds has MAJOR ear problems (tubes in, tubes out, and now has a hold in his eardrum that won’t heal).Our 11 yr old dd has already had spinal surgery, and still has back pain.This would be a hard one for us, as I know our military insurance would probably laugh at us!
So…I see what you ladies are/are not putting in your bodies.What about on them?What do you use for hair products/skin products?We are struggling with finding a good toothpaste recipe right now.We are still using Tom’s of Maine, and they use SLS!
Heather – What do you mean by “raw”?I’ve read a very good website for a few years now called thefamilyhomestead by crystal miller.She has lots of recipes and ideas posted there.
Kathi
Hi Kathi,
What I mean by raw (guess I should have clarified- no- not raw meat lol 🙂 ), raw, uncooked vegetarian dishes & salads, seeds, nuts, healthy oils, fruits, sprouted breads & grains, etc…. Thanks for the website; I’ll check it out.
As far as our family goes, it took us about a year to transition out of junk and fast food. It was a slow process but one that was needed. Slow, steady and consistant seemed to help us the most. Now, healthy eating is, for the most part, our lifestyle and I’m hoping to take it a step further. Although doing away with that Friday evening homemade pizza might be a tough one…maybe we can come up with an even healthier version..any ideas, anyone? 😉
A few months ago, when I first posted this question, I was getting hit with alot of colds, headaches and had about 15 pounds to lose….with that said, as we started to exercise as a family and eat lots more veggies in place of breads and pastas….all of our health improved; Thanks to everyone who encouraged me on this post. 😉
I’m looking forward to hearing what other use “on” their bodies too…as we use the normal cheap hair and skin care products. Maybe I should look into alternatives????
Blessings,
Heather
It’s wonderful to see all these postings! I am very interested in health, nutrition, and fitness.
I see keeping myself healthy as a spiritual quest. God gave me the gift of my body, and I see it as a form of gratitude and worship to take care of it as best as I can. He also provided everything we need in order to keep our bodies healthy. Eating food from the earth and not from the chemical factory is one way to honor and obey Him, in my very humble opinion.
The more time I spend outside, the more I’m convinced it’s great not only for our physical health, but for our spiritual and mental health too. I feel that way about nutrition and worship as well.
A big YES to everyone who said quiet time is important to their health. I agree completely. I NEED quiet time in order to connect with God and with my own thoughts. I tend to be an action-oriented person, but I can’t keep up that active pace without quiet time as well.
I’m so glad to be part of this group, encouraging each other in very many ways. This is a great place.
We are about to head into a healthier lifestyle here also. I am purging my kitchen tomorrow of ALL things that should not be there. We will be following a low carb way of eating not specifically any “diet” just making better choices. We will be giving up grains though completely as we are very addicted. We will be getting all our carbs from fruits and veggies only.
Kathi,
This is not how we’ve always lived. After coming across some information and dealing with certain health issues, I did some research and found that our family was in need of some major changes. I couldn’t help but empty my cabinets (both kitchen and bathroom) and make big changes right away. It was extremely difficult, to say the least, and my advice would be to take the really bad stuff out right away and take the rest one thing at a time. It’s a tough change to make and we’re still not where I’d like us to be. I think just being open to the changes and further educating yourself is the first important step, which will allow for a more natural transition.
I have not read the book you mention, but am hoping our local library has it so I can check it out. (Thanks for mentioning it.) Two of my favorite resources are ‘Nourishing Traditions’ by Sally Fallon and the Weston A. Price Foundation website (http://www.westonaprice.org/splash_2.htm).
Re: things for the body — I do try to buy only natural products with no preservatives, perfumes, or chemicals. For bath soap, we use pure-castille soap made with organic oils (unscented) or pure olive oil soap which is much cheaper but doesn’t lather as well. For shampoo, little to no chemicals (especially no parabens). For toothpaste, we’ve used tooth soap, but ceased to about a month ago because it started burning our gums. We’ve been looking for something with no flouride or silica and have recently decided to follow our dentists advice to use the old ‘baking soda’ tooth cleaner (after we use up our tube of Tom’s of Maine). Our dentist is very in line with what we want for our family and reminds us that healthy teeth are a result of healthy eating. For dry skin, we simply use olive or virgin coconut oil. My dd uses avocado oil for her skin. Deodorants must be aluminum-free. Again, whatever has no chemicals, is natural, and non-scented is what we try to find.
I can’t speak highly enough about Chiropractic care. Just make sure you find a good doctor.
I sure hope this thread continues. I’d love to hear of any natural care recipes you find, Kathi (or anyone else).
😉
Yes, the Weston A Price foundation is an enormous wealth of information. We are going to slowly move to clean the bathroom also. I am glad you said that about the tooth soap. I was going to get some today but I have very sensitive gums that will blister. I was going to use TOM’s. I dont think my children are ready for just baking soda….yet.
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