First off, congrats on making it through to the end of the first week! Buckle up because we are going to be staring our first habit tomorrow: replacing our drinks. Judging by the sheer number of canned and bottled beverage options at the grocery store, this is going to be a challenging one for many of you. Don’t worry, I promise you’re not going to be confined to a life of boring drinks.
Today is going to be a little harder than the previous two days as it will involve a bit more work on your end. But first, let’s break out that food journal and write today’s date followed by your mantra:
I care about my health and make healthy choices.
Did you know that 60% of the average American diet consists of ultra-processed foods? That’s not good news for our overall health. The science is pretty clear – eating ultra-processed foods increases your risk for cancer, obesity, and depression. There’s even evidence to suggest that eating ultra-processed foods accelerates cognitive decline.
Welcome to your 40FRESH journey! Over the course of the next 40 days, you’ll be taking small, bite-sized steps that lead to a huge difference in your health. As the master of habits, James Clear, says, “You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your system.”