EP 9: If You’re Going to Drink Alcohol, do it Like This
Enjoying a drink can be relaxing and fun. But doing it "incorrectly" may disrupt your hormones, sabotage your sleep, drain your energy, and contribute to weight gain.
So, today I'll share simple, healthy tips on how to make the most of your drink - if you decide to drink alcohol. If not, props to you! Booze-free is a great way to go; even healthier in many ways.
Some people are floored when they see me enjoy an "adult" beverage. Like, "Wait, wait, wait... I thought you were Miss Perfect?!". This always makes me laugh a bit. Just because I am an Integrative Health Practitioner doesn't mean I'm "perfect" or that any of us needs to be. I think it is possible to have a healthy relationship with alcohol and enjoy it sparingly as part of what may bring you pleasure.
But as get further into my 40s - I am almost 43 years old now - I see many of my peers indulging to a point that it is disrupting their hormones, impeding deep sleep, contributing to anxiety and depression, and sabotaging their weight goals. This compels me to share a holistic view of how it could look, ideally, to enjoy alcohol, here and there.
Today, I'll share an Ayurvedic perspective on drinking. You'll have the opportunity to learn your dosha (your unique body-mind constitution!). Then you'll discover what type of drink is best for you based on your unique mind-body style. I'll also give you 3 simple tips to follow, so you can enjoy a drink mindfully, while still prioritizing your gut, sleep, and hormones.
It can be done! Here's how...
I hope you enjoy this episode. As always, you can find me at www.sarahteeple.com to learn more.
