Spring is well established... To take full advantage of this energy of renewal, why not implement some naturopathic advice to be in optimal shape! In this article, you will find 8 simple general recommendations to put in place in your daily life which, applied in synergy, will allow you to have a maximum of energy on the physical and mental levels. 

1. L'alimentation, la 1ère étape

Before considering taking food supplements, it is important to act at the base and provide all the vitamins, minerals and trace elements necessary for the proper functioning of your body through an appropriate diet. 

One of the most important tips is to take care of your diet, starting with fruits and vegetables that are in season, raw or lightly cooked and at low temperatures or steamed. 

Then, from a qualitative point of view, it is interesting to integrate sprouted seeds (to be made at home or bought in the fresh section of your organic store), of oilseeds (almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts, Brazil nuts, etc.), seeds (sesame, flax, chia, sunflower, pumpkin seeds, pine nuts, etc.), goji berries and seaweed (spirulina flakes, nori etc...) in your salads and other dishes. 

Be careful with cooking! It is important to remember that fruits and vegetables lose much of their nutrients when cooked. 

Did you know that at 60°C, Vitamin C is destroyed? 

Therefore, it is not necessary to insist on eating food grown without phytosanitary products and locally at best. 

Limit red meats, cold cuts, industrial dishes and pastries, chocolate bars, fast food, refined sugars and alcohol that will tire your body. It is better to reserve them for special occasions. 

2. Une bonne hydratation

Remember to stay well hydrated, about 1.5l of water per day. You can prepare yourself infusions unsweetened lemon and ginger based toning. These can also be flavored according to your desires and needs: mint, cinnamon, turmeric, rosemary, licorice, etc...

3. Prendre soin de votre microbiote

In order to potentiate the different advices presented, do not hesitate to make a cure of probiotics to reseed good bacteria in the intestines. These will improve digestion, the absorption capacity of nutrients and your food supplements and will also stimulate your immune system.

4. Faire une cure de spiruline

In case of low energy, you can turn to the supplementation in spirulina which is a seaweed with multiple virtues. It is extremely rich in proteins (between 50 and 70%), essential fatty acids, trace elements, minerals and vitamins. Because of its very interesting composition, it is one of the super foods used to alleviate the problems of malnutrition in developing countries. It is an ally of choice to boost your vital energy reserves.

5. Faire du sport

In order to maintain an optimal energy level, practicing a physical activity regularly and in the respect of your body, allows not only to stimulate the blood and lymphatic circulations (oxygenation, elimination of toxins), but also to produce several hormones of the good being of which the endorphin (euphoric) and the serotonin (anti-depression).

6. Avoir un bon sommeil

It is, moreover, essential to ensure the quality of its sleep Indeed, sleeping sufficiently and properly is one of the keys to a boosted body and morale. Consult a naturopath in case of sleep problems in order to guarantee a global and personalized care.

7. Prendre du temps pour soi

One of the ingredients for a recipe for maximum energy is to take time for yourself, to meditate, to recharge your batteries, to put yourself on pause is really beneficial and beneficial. Accepting to do nothing or simply to listen to your needs in order not to saturate your body and mind with multiple information. It is by alternating active phases with phases of true rest that you will maintain your energy capital at a maximum. 

8. Expérimenter la digital détox

Last but not least, one last piece of advice: Disconnect to reconnect: take the time to get in touch with nature, to walk in the forest, by the ocean, to spend quality time with your loved ones and to reconnect with your passions.

To conclude, there is not one recipe but many recipes which, combined together and according to the desires and needs of each person, are mutually beneficial. Take care of your body and mind to have a maximum of energy!