[Everything doTERRA] 45-Day Challenge

If my math is correct, there are 47 days left in 2009.  Taking a day off for Thanksgiving and Christmas, that leaves 45 days. 

 

In August, I had Swine Flu, which lasted for about three weeks.  After a few days of feeling well again, I got a cold, and have been dealing with congestion, cough, and somewhat of a cranky attitude because I can't seem to shake the creeping crud.  I am sick and tired of being sick and tired!

 

SO... Starting at Midnight tonight, I am beginning a 45-Day Clean Eating & Clean Living Challenge to Clear the Crud! (Yes, I do plan to indulge on both Thanksgiving and Christmas) 

 

Here's my plan:

 

doTERRA:

• Lifelong Wellness Trio Every Day
• GX Assist for 10 Days followed by PB Assist for 5 Days
• In Capsules 3 Times Per Day: 8 Drops OnGuard, 5 Drops Oregano, 3 Drops Frankincense
• In Water: 4 Drops Cinnamon Bark, 8 Drops Ginger, 8 Drops Grapefruit, 8 Drops Lemon
• Oil Pulling Therapy with 2 Drops Each of OnGuard & Melaleuca Morning & Night
• doTERRA's Facial Skin Care Regimen Morning & Night
• Body Moisturizer Made from Fractionated Coconut Oil and Whichever Essential Oils Meet My Mood

Nutrition:

 

Breakfast: Green Smoothie (Spinach, Fruit, Peppermint Essential Oil and Water)

Snack: Apple, Nuts, Seeds

Lunch: Hearty Salad with Dressing Made From Fractionated Coconut Oil and Essential Oils (Sometimes Savory, Like Basil & Oregano; Sometimes Sweet, Like Citrus Bliss)

Snack: Apple, Nuts, Seeds

Dinner: Veggie something-or-other... (In other words: No Animal Products Whatsoever Until the New Year - Except on Thanksgiving and Christmas)

 

Exercise:

 

Yes! At Least 30 Minutes of Cardiovascular Exercise 3 x or More Per Week + At Least 30 Minutes of Strength Training Exercise 3 x or More Per Week + At Least 30 Minutes of Yoga 2 or More x Per Week.

"I am learning to love to move my body in new and interesting ways, as I build strength and endurance"  (I think that if I repeat a gazillion times... it will eventually sink in... LOL)

Although I have never been a runner, I have a goal of completing a marathon by the time I am 50 (walking is OK).  I'm currently 43, so I figure that I've got plenty of time to train my body to do it!

 

Besides feeling run down, I am too heavy for my size (225 LBS @ 5'4"), and wish to 'lighten my load' in order to have more energy, increase flexibility and become closer to a healthy BMI.  I currently have a BMI of 38.62. This BMI puts me under the body classification of "Severely Obese" according to the CDC (US Center for Disease Control & Prevention). I am currently at a severe risk of developing Dyslipidemia, Type 2 Diabetes, Coronary Heart Disease, Stroke, Gallbladder Disease, Osteoarthritis, Sleep Apnea, Endometrial, Breast, and Colon Cancers.

For my height, gender, and age, a healthy BMI puts me in a weight range of 108-145 pounds, which translates to a need to lose between 80-115 pounds to be within a healthy range and reduce health risks.

 

If any of you wish to join me in this effort, I'd be happy to compare notes and share support!  Feel free to contact me directly via email.  If I can find a decent camera, I'll take photos of the progress.

 

To Health!

Monica