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I’ve just wrapped up my Fit + Girl Virtual Event, and instead of 5 miles, I pushed myself to 10 miles! Feeling fantastic!

If you're still in bed, it's time to get up and get active! You have until midnight to finish your miles.

Let’s crush this challenge together!

📢 Don't Miss Out!
Vascular Screening Event on August 17th 📢

WellSpring VitalHub is hosting a special Vascular Screening event on August 17th, aimed at detecting early signs of stroke, aneurysm, and lower limb blockage.

🩺 Why You Should Attend:

Early Detection Saves Lives: Catch potential vascular issues before they become serious.

Community Focused: Addressing unique health challenges in our community.

Affordable Care:
Screenings usually cost over $100, but we’re offering them for just $50!

⏳ Space is Limited!
Don't wait to secure your spot.

🔗 Register Now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vascular-screening-carotid-aorta-lower-limb-abi-tickets-926517026367

Take charge of your health and join us for this important event. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. See you there!

New Blog Post: Stroke and Prevention

https://www.wellspringvitalhub.com/post/preventing-stroke-key-risk-factors-and-prevention-methods-1

What is Vascular Screening?

Vascular screening is a preventive measure to detect potential health issues early, such as stroke risk and aneurysms.

At WellSpring VitalHub, we’re dedicated to your heart and vascular health!

Why is it important?
Early detection can save lives by identifying issues before they become serious.
Our comprehensive screening includes:

Carotid Duplex:
Assessing stroke risk.

Abdominal Screening: Detecting aneurysms.

Ankle Brachial Index: Evaluating overall vascular health.

Who should get screened?
- Individuals over 50

- Those with a family history of vascular diseases.

- People with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, or those who smoke.

Benefits of Early Detection:
- Early intervention and treatment.

- Better health outcomes

Join us this August for a thorough vascular screening. Early detection is key!

Reserve your spot now.

Date: Saturday, August 17th, 2024

https://www.wellspringvitalhub.com/book-online

Exciting News from Fit + Girl!

We are thrilled to announce that Fit + Girl is expanding its focus to bring you even more comprehensive health and wellness content through our partnership with WellSpring VitalHub!

What's New?
❤️ Vascular and Heart Health Guidance

🧠 Mental Health Support

🏋️‍♀️ Advanced Fitness Programs

🦠 Disease Prevention and Health Education

We are committed to empowering you with knowledge and support for a healthier lifestyle, while still delivering the healthy eating tips and exercise routines you love.

Stay tuned for more updates and join us on this incredible journey towards holistic wellness!

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It’s that time of year again!

Join us for our 4th annual virtual fitness event, proudly sponsored by Fit + Girl on Saturday, July 27th.

Join our free virtual event for all ages.

Pick any activity—biking, walking, running, dancing, swimming, hiking—to complete 5 miles.

Make it a group effort and enjoy the fun together!

Register now and invite your friends to this free event!

We kindly ask all participants to register, even though it's free, simply to help us keep track of numbers.

Fit + Girl Virtual Fitness Join us for our 4th annual virtual fitness event, sponsored by Fit + Girl! Open to all ages. Register now and invite your friends!

🚫 Ready to detox from sugar and processed foods?

🥦 Join us for a month-long challenge to kickstart your journey to better health! Say goodbye to sugar cravings and hello to nutritious, whole foods.

Are you in?

This challenge is personal for me because I have a sweet tooth. Fighting constant sugar cravings will make this month tough, but together, we can conquer it!

When reducing or eliminating sugar from your diet, it's important to focus on incorporating whole, nutrient-dense foods to satisfy cravings and provide sustained energy.

Here are some alternatives to sugar that you can incorporate into your diet:

1. Fresh fruit: Enjoying whole fruits like berries, apples, oranges, and bananas can satisfy sweet cravings while providing essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber.

2. Natural sweeteners: Opt for natural sweeteners like honey, maple syrup, or dates in moderation to sweeten recipes or beverages.

3. Stevia: Stevia is a natural, zero-calorie sweetener derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant. It can be used to sweeten beverages or baked goods without adding extra calories or sugar.

4. Spices: Enhance the flavor of foods with spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or vanilla extract, which can provide a hint of sweetness without adding sugar.

5. Unsweetened alternatives: Choose unsweetened versions of products like yogurt, almond milk, or nut butter to reduce added sugars in your diet.

6. Protein-rich snacks: Incorporate protein-rich snacks like nuts, seeds, Greek yogurt, or hard-boiled eggs into your diet to help stabilize blood sugar levels and curb cravings.

Processed foods are typically high in unhealthy fats, added sugars, sodium, and artificial additives. When reducing processed foods from your diet, focus on incorporating whole, minimally processed foods to promote better health.

In summary, ditching sugar for natural options and processed foods for whole nutritious alternatives is crucial for better health.

Let's embrace this change together for a healthier future.

With Christmas coming up and the new year around the corner, staying healthy and losing weight is on many minds.

Trying a plant-based diet is a simple way to achieve both goals.

A Plant-Based diet focuses on consuming plant-derived foods like fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts, and seeds while excluding animal products.

The amount of weight you can lose in 21 days on a plant-based diet varies based on factors like your starting weight, metabolism, and activity level.

Generally, a safe and sustainable weight loss is around 1 to 2 pounds per week. So, in 21 days, a realistic goal might be 2 to 4 pounds.

Keep in mind that individual results can vary.

In your first week of a plant-based diet, focus on incorporating these foods:

1. Fruits: Berries, apples, oranges, bananas.

2. Vegetables: Leafy greens (spinach, kale), broccoli, carrots, bell peppers.

3. Whole Grains: Quinoa, brown rice, oats.

4. Legumes: Chickpeas, lentils, black beans.

5. Nuts and Seeds: Almonds, chia seeds, flaxseeds.

6. Plant-Based Proteins: Tofu, tempeh, edamame.

7. Healthy Fats: Avocado, olive oil.

Create balanced meals using a variety of these ingredients to ensure you're getting essential nutrients.

Remember to drink plenty of water and listen to your body's hunger and fullness cues.

Visit again next week for insights into your second week on a plant-based diet. Take note of your starting weight, and for more tips, follow Fit + Girl

A reminder to prioritize self-care and cherish your health.

In today's busy world, it's easy to forget about taking care of ourselves. That's why it's important to cherish your health and prioritize your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Whether it's through regular exercise or finding ways to manage stress, there are many ways we can take care of our health.

By making our well-being a priority, we can improve our overall quality of life and enjoy all that life has to offer.

So take a moment today and cherish your health. Your body and mind will thank you for it!

Remember, you only have one body - Take care of it!

Secret to Staying Healthy

S.H.I.E.L.D

S - Sleep 7 hours daily

H - Handle stress in a positive way

I - Interact with other people

E - Exercise

L - Learn new things every day

D - Diet (Eliminate SUGAR)

** I'm referring to myself when it comes to "Eliminating Sugar" 😁😁😁 The struggle is really for sure.

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