Time is all we have

Life gets busy and time moves quickly and often we can get to the end of the day, week, month or even year and wonder where the time went and what we achieved during that time. Sometimes it can feel like we are simply going through the motions as time passes us by. Time is something we only notice, when we think about it. It makes sense then, to be more conscious and aware of time in order to make the most of our time and those precious 24 hours we are all given each day. Creating a routine and timing our daily habits can help us gain control of our day, making us more efficient and less likely to waste time. After all, time is all we have.

Improve the efficacy of your supplements

 

We all have certain tasks, chores or rituals that we have to complete during the day. For example, perhaps you take a
certain amount of vitamins every day and you quickly take them all in the morning to get this task out of the way or you take them all at night because you have forgotten to during the day.  But you can improve the efficacy of these supplements and vitamins if you take them at the right time of the day. We all know that taking a daily probiotic is vital for your gut health but the best and most effective time to take this is first thing in the morning before eating or drinking anything. Probiotics are best absorbed on an empty stomach when the stomach acid levels are lower. If you take probiotics after a meal, smaller amounts may reach your gastrointestinal tract. Rawbiotics has a line of live fermented probiotics and is a great way to start your day! Rawbiotics DAILY restores the natural beneficial bacteria that the human body needs for optimum digestive and immune function.

Clear the morning brain fog

 

It is not uncommon to wake up in the morning feeling slightly fatigued and like you have a bit of brain fog. Most people reach for the caffeine first thing in the morning to try wake themselves up, but this is actually not the best time to consume caffeine. Your cortisol levels are highest in the morning so adding coffee to this adds extra stress to the body. The best time to actually consume caffeine is at about 9:30am as your cortisol levels would have dropped at this time and a cup of coffee will help to smooth out your mood and energy levels. Instead of starting your day with coffee, rather rehydrate your body with a cold glass of water and take a mushroom blend that promotes mental clarity for the day. Harmonic Mycology Lucidity medicinal mushroom blend contains Lion’s Mane, Reishi and Cordyceps and is designed to optimise cognitive performance and nervous system function. Lion’s Mane has been shown to stimulate the regrowth of neurons, repair neurological damage and enhance cognitive performance. Reishi and Cordyceps also have neuroprotective and antioxidant properties. This blend is the perfect way to kick start your cognitive functioning first thing in the morning. For an extra boost of brain power, try adding a few drops of Nature’s Relief Neuropro Nootropic tincture to your 9:30am coffee. This blend of CBD, Cacao and Lion’s Mane extract will further help enhance cognition and mental clarity.

Exercise to promote sleep

When it comes to exercise, try to schedule more strenuous, cardio fuelled exercise for the mornings. Working out in the morning helps to kick-start your metabolism and put you in a good mood for the day. A gentle yoga class in the evening will help you unwind and ensure you get a better night’s rest. Like exercise, CBD can benefit you for different reasons both in the morning and evening. Taking CBD in the morning will help to promote a healthy state of balance in the mind. Taking CBD at night is a great way to relax the mind to ensure a peaceful night’s sleep.

Have a night-time routine

When it comes to night-time, having a routine is essential for a good night’s rest. You should stick to the same sleep
schedule every night so your body can find its natural rhythm and settle into a regular sleep-wake cycle. Try to dim the lights at least an hour before bedtime and stay away from electronics as these over stimulate the mind. Avoid sugar and products that contain caffeine instead rather opt for a relaxing cup of tea. Tea has a calming effect before bedtime. We know the that chamomile is usually the choice of beverage before bed, but a cup of Rooibos is just as effective. Rooibos contains both magnesium and calcium which play a role in ensuring a good night’s rest. Moringa World Moringa leaf and Rooibos tea is an excellent night cap as the Rooibos promotes deeper sleep while the Moringa is high in antioxidants. Adding a teaspoon of Nature’s Relief Canna honey to your tea will help increase melatonin in the body. Melatonin is the hormone that helps to regulate your sleep-wake cycle. The botanical concentrate in the honey will also help promote sleep.

Increase your productivity!

Having a routine and timing what we do can increase our productivity as well the effectiveness of what we consume.  Developing a good routine helps us develop good habits and helps us to utilise our time. We all want to get the most out of our day!