https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1LEPtLJotD/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/yuka-food-cosmetic-scanner/id1092799236 @bestbodyreset How did you spend the holidays? I like to relax a bit and indulge. I think the holidays are a good time to feel like a kid. Psychologically, during the holidays, we tend to want to connect with our inner child, with fewer rules and restrictions, and simply doing what feels good. However, our adult side kicks in and reminds us of our responsibilities, with health being a priority. Finding that balance is essential. In one of our classes, someone mentioned to me that it's not the time between Christmas and New Year's that matters; it's the time between New Year's and the following Christmas that truly counts. This suggests that while enjoying the holidays, after they end, it's crucial to prioritize your goals and health for the upcoming year. During a conversation with a good friend who immigrated to Canada as a Ukrainian refugee with her family (Hi Jenya!!) three years ago, she shared with me that she and her family, who have always been slender and eat healthily like most Europeans, had gained 15 pounds since moving to Canada. We discussed how in North America, there are chemicals in our food that are allowed by the food industry, unlike in Europe and other countries where these chemicals are banned. While I don't stress over eating perfectly or organically all the time, when it comes to sending my child to school and preparing her lunches for junior kindergarten, I do strive to make healthy choices. During our conversation, my friend introduced me to an app called Yuka. Initially, I was unsure about it, as it's a TOTALLY free app that provides information on nutrients and foods, which I am already familiar with due to my background as a fitness instructor. However, what stood out to me the most was the app's feature of identifying the additives in our food. Instead of needing to research each additive individually, which would take FOREVER, the app conveniently provides this information, highlighting harmful or potentially harmful additives in food and suggesting alternatives. BRILLIANT!! I want to point out that while I do not endorse any products, I find this app particularly useful for making healthy food choices for myself and my daughter. The app has also revealed that some less expensive food options, even those not labeled as organic, contain fewer harmful additives. This has opened my eyes to the importance of being aware of additives in our food during the initial weeks of our planned 21-day reset. Many children seem to be struggling nowadays, potentially due to various factors such as excessive screen time, social influences, and chemical exposure. My daughter, who has asthma, is currently using a steroid inhaler. Despite living in a smoke-free environment, I find it concerning that many children are relying on inhalers. Why? While environmental factors play a role, I aim to reduce inflammation in her body and promote healthy growth by making informed food choices. I suggest that we download the YUKA app and use this app, scan our favorite food choices, and share our findings. Even when selecting juice for my family and daughter, this app has been transformative. I now opt for Allan's apple juice, which, despite containing a high amount of sugar, has almost no additives or food dyes. Join us on the Facebook group for more information and to access the app link, which I will also provide below, to embark on this empowering journey toward healthier food choices.
