Psychologists have discovered that it takes 21 days to make or break a habit. So, if you took 21 days to eliminate unhealthy eating and replaced that with organic, vegan foods, on the 22nd day you would be on your way to a healthier you, right?
Well, turns out the benefits don’t end there…
Challenge yourself to 21 days of healthy, clean, organic, vegan foods, and you will find that on the 22nd day, you no longer crave dead, over-processed, undernourished foods. And the bonus for you will be increased energy levels, improved sleep, better mood, and reduced body fat.
Oh, and you will have also diminished your carbon footprint and be well on your way to making a difference not only in the way you look and feel, but in the world as well.
It has long been speculated that the most nutritious diet consists of live foods from the earth. Scientific
evidence over the last 50 years has made it very clear that this is a
fact, and that the more processed foods become the less beneficial for
our bodies and for the earth.
Artificially, chemically, genetically, and synthetically produced
foods are making their way into our homes and bodies. It’s not just junk
food that’s concerning, but commercially produced fruits, vegetables,
and other plant foods, as well. As a result, our bodies are being robbed
of the very nutrients we seek for total wellness and are exposed to
the dangerous effects of these methods.
There are over 400 different pesticides used in traditional farming, which
deplete soil fertility and require more energy and water. Fear not,
there’s a solution! Eating organic will ensure (as defined by law) that
the foods you eat are produced without the use of artificial pesticides
and herbicides, growth hormones, genetically modified organisms (GMOs),
or synthetic fertilizers.
Organic foods can be more
nutritious and richer in vitamins, minerals, and nutrients. Plant foods are
great, but even greater when organically grown.
Why vegan? Vegans consume only plant-based foods and eliminate animal products
(meat and dairy) from their diet. The vegan lifestyle has been gaining
popularity because of the many health benefits and the positive impact
on the Earth.
Research has shown that vegans and vegetarians have lower rates of
cancer, stroke, and heart disease, which is still the number one killer
of men and women in the U.S. Some reports show coronary heart disease and stroke cause more deaths every year than the next five causes
of death combined.
If that’s not enough to motivate you, then consider
the environment.
Many leading environmental organizations have established links
between eating meat and climate change. According to Environmental
Defense, if every American replaced one chicken dish per week with
vegetarian foods, carbon dioxide savings would equal that of taking
500,000 cars off of the road.
You don’t have to be a vegetarian to make a difference both in how
you look, feel, and how you impact the earth — just be conscious of the fact
that a little change goes a very long way. Consume more consciously!
Challenge yourself to change, today. Commit to vegan, organic eating
for the next 22 days. It will be the catalyst for the best of your
life.
Marco
Borges is a world-renowned exercise physiologist and author whose
innovative approach to fitness has made him one of the most sought-after
experts in the industry.
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