Brain-friendly 4th of July ?? ??
Candy Calderón ??
Corporate Wellness Expert | Speaker | Brain Health & Wellness Coach | Founder of CEO Wellness Club | Diversity in Wellness Advocate
July 4th is upon us, and as many get ready to fire the grill or have already hit the road, skies, trains, beaches, and lakes this weekend — let's pretend today doesn't count and is part of our holiday long weekend — so?I wanted to give you a few tips and resources to help you have a brain friendly fourth.
The truth is that for many of us, in our pursuit of happiness (namely with beer and wine, which see a 40 percent boost in sales as we toast our nation’s independence ) Tuesday is going to leave us fizzled out the next day.
According to?Captivate’s Office Pulse, a survey panel of working professionals. Almost 1 in 5 (19%) of workers said they will be “extra tired” or “hungover” on Wednesday and 30 % of millennials expect to be exhausted and hungover.
That's almost 70% of you here in my newsletter audience (millennials)... Yikes!
As a wellness expert and a brain health professional, I know all too well the benefits for our health of paying attention to our alcohol consumption and the way we eat and pour into ourselves during holidays. The benefits collected far outweigh whatever 'fun' we may think is on the other side of going all in.
Personally, I always feel more energized, have less brain fog, and my sleep OMG my sleep improves so much!
It’s all about balance!
And as we navigate this Holiday, one of the frequent questions I've gotten from my?CEO Wellness Club?clients is?"Can I still enjoy alcohol, and eat good tasty food during the holidays without sacrificing my sleep and brain's health?".
While I don’t recommend drinking alcohol regularly because of the obvious reasons, it’s also a common social part of the holidays and we value relationships and the social aspect of life. However, I understand the importance of social gatherings; there’s room for alcohol if you already have a healthy foundation and implement moderation.
NOW, FOR SOME TIPS:
1) Biohacked wines.?During the journey of healing my brain and my sleep, I continued to research the effects of alcohol on my body. In this process, I learned that a lot of other experts I’ve been learning from were talking about a wine that is basically sugar-free.
The name of this company is? Dry Farm Wines.?They source natural, organic, biodynamic, low-alcohol wine and lab tests it to be free of mold and additives. a.ka. minimal inflammation and little to no hangover the next morning for you!
All wines from Dry Farms are:
Did you know that the FDA actually allows 76 different additives in American wines? In fact, an ingredient only needs to be considered as GRAS (generally regarded as safe). Yikes!
Dry Farm Wines?has been incredibly kind to offer my #linkedincommunity CEO Wellness Club community an extra bottle for just $0.01 with your first order.
Click?here?to claim it!
My suggestion is to drink it earlier in the evening, ideally allowing at least a 4-hour window between your last sip of alcohol and sleep.
Limit yourself to 2 glasses.
2) Opt for Healthier Grill Options.?Grilling is a quintessential part of 4th of July celebrations, but it's worth considering healthier alternatives. Choose lean cuts of meat, such as skinless chicken or turkey breasts, and trim excess fat. Include plant-based options like veggie burgers or grilled vegetables. Marinating your proteins in herbs, spices, and citrus juices can add flavor without relying on heavy sauces.
3) Load up on veggies.?Start your meal with vegetables, and snack on raw veggie sticks. This will help keep you full with fiber and the action of chewing vegetables simply takes longer than it does eating most other (calorically dense) foods.
4) Drink plenty of water.?Especially if you’re out on a boat, by the pool, or just outside in the heat, we all know how important staying hydrated is. If you’re also drinking cocktails, be sure you’re staying well-hydrated and not going overboard with alcohol.
5) Be mindful and enjoy.?If there’s a dessert or some calorically-dense foods that you?really?love, enjoy them, but do so in mindfulness. Being mindful and present while eating those foods you love so much will help you get the most satisfaction from eating coupled with being aware of your hunger cues. If you’re eating those foods mindlessly, i.e. snacking and talking, drinking at the same time, chances are you’ll eat far more than you intended to.
MY 4TH OF JULY SPECIAL
It's my b-day month, and I want to give YOU a gift!
Take?50% OFF?on my on-demand "Sleep Optimization Challenge".?That's?$48.5?instead of?$97.?I've never discounted my program before and I won't do it again, so make sure to?take advantage of it NOW.
Offer valid until (tomorrow) July 4th, at 11:59 p.m. EST.
The life-changing beginner's sleep optimization program for the busy go-getters looking to start their journey to improve the QUALITY of their sleep, well-being, and raise their vibe [and life] in 21 days.
What happens during this immersive twenty-one-day program experience?
We have 4 main goals:
When you finish the challenge, this is how your life will look like:
? Wake up every day full of energy, feeling absolutely AMAZING!
? Fine-tune your circadian rhythm so you can sleep the number of hours that your body needs. Not the hours your partner, cousin, or co-worker needs... what YOUR body needs.
? Experience a sharp mind that is clear to execute, make better decisions, and strategize.
? Experience deep restorative sleep, that allows your body to regenerate and able to handle stress in a better way. Your body will be able to handle it and flush it out of your system like a champ.
? Feel so in tune with their body that the idea of comparing yourself with other people (friends, co-workers, peers, or especially on social media) seems laughable.
? Stop, slow down, and reduce your chances of cognitive decline.
? Start showing up as the best version of yourself right NOW!
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OTHER 'NOTE-WORTHY' SLEEP-FRIENDLY 4TH OF JULY SPECIALS
My FAVORITE ever non-toxic mattress and bedding brand,?MY GREEN MATTRESS is having HUGE discounts?for these 4t Of July festivities. Don’t miss this chance and switch to a mattress that does not disrupt your health.
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Save up to $300 OFF on their website valid until Wednesday, July 5th at midnight.
Just use code 'Freedom'?at checkout!
?? BRAIN TRIVIA
1.?True or False: The human brain contains approximately 100 billion neurons.
2.?Which neurotransmitter is associated with feelings of pleasure and reward?
a) Serotonin
b) Dopamine
c) Acetylcholine
d) GABA
3.?What is the average weight of an adult human brain?
a) 1 pound (0.45 kg)
b) 3 pounds (1.36 kg)
c) 5 pounds (2.27 kg)
d) 7 pounds (3.18 kg)
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That's all from me today.
Stay safe, and enjoy the holiday (if you're in USA!).
Talk to you soon.
-Candy
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The CEO Wellness Club newsletter is a bi-weekly newsletter with the mission to create awareness and spark conversation around well-being for busy professionals and high-performers at the intersection of wellness, culture, and inclusion. With a hard focus on brain & sleep optimization, mental health, biohacking for longevity?+?wellness insights focused on our lives as busy professionals. Sign up for Candy Calderon's free newsletter through her?website. The newsletter is curated by?Candy Calderón,?a trailblazer in the Health & Wellness space, especially for Latinas and Women of Color. Brain Health Professional & Wellness Expert who is a keynote speaker, consultant, educator, and diversity in wellness advocate. Candy is the founder of?CEO Wellness Club, a company that offers brain & sleep optimization programs for founders, executives, and leaders of impact through behavioral and lifestyle changes, wellness strategies, technology, and accountability, helping them re-wire their brains and sleep better in order to maximize their potential, performance, life balance, cognitive fitness, and longevity. Candy also works with organizations through in-house trainings to improve their teams' effectiveness by implementing practical strategies designed to enhance mental agility and resilience, improve focus, reduce waste and distractions, and unlock innovation.
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