Anti-Inflammatory Friday 3-7-2025

PSA: This Sunday, March 9, we're springing forward!📣

Sunday is the start of Daylight Savings Time, which means you'll need to set your clock forward an hour.

I know, I know... losing an hour of sleep isn't fun.

But the extra evening daylight is a gift!

Longer days mean more time to go for a walk, ride your bike, or just soak in some sunshine. 

Anti-Inflammatory HEALTH TIP

🌞With Daylight Savings Time providing longer evenings, it's the perfect time to take advantage of natural sunlight.

The benefits of sunlight exposure:

• Plays a key role in regulating circadian rhythms, helping improve sleep quality, boosting energy, and supporting overall health.

• Naturally increases serotonin, enhancing mood and reducing stress.

• Encourages mindful eating and relaxation. 

Try this: This weekend, set time aside to spend at least 15 minutes in natural light each day.

It’s a small habit that will improve your sleep, mood, and overall health.

Anti-Inflammatory MINDSET

😌 When life feels overwhelming, sometimes the best thing you can do is step outside and let the sun hit your skin.

Sunlight is a natural stress reliever.

Try this: Step outside today, even for a few minutes. Close your eyes, take a deep breath, and soak in the light. 

Anti-Inflammatory RECIPE

Golden Turmeric Sunrise Smoothie

Ingredients:

• 1 frozen banana

• ½ cup fresh or frozen mango

• ½ teaspoon ground turmeric 

• ¼ teaspoon ground ginger 

• Juice of 1 orange (or ½ cup orange juice)

• ½ cup unsweetened almond milk

• 1 tablespoon almond or peanut butter 

• ¼ cup rolled oats 

• ½ teaspoon cinnamon

• 1 teaspoon flaxseeds or chia seeds 

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 

• Pinch of black pepper 

*Not a fan of nut butter? Swap for 2 tablespoons of hemp seeds (6-7g of protein and a boost of omega-3s)

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender.

2. Blend until smooth and creamy. If it's too thick, add a splash of almond milk.

3. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding a pitted Medjool date if needed.

4. Pour into a glass, sip, and enjoy your protein-packed, anti-inflammatory start to the day!