Minimalist Approaches to Diet, Exercise, and Stress Management

Dr. Laurie Marbas Podcast

Hi everyone! In today's episode, I came to you from the beautiful outdoors of Colorado to discuss a topic close to my heart: simplifying your way to health and happiness. I believe it's entirely possible, and I shared some personal insights and practical tips to help you achieve this. Simplifying Diet Whole Food Plant-Based Diet: Emphasized the importance of a minimalist approach to a whole food plant-based diet. Tips: Simplify your pantry by focusing on whole, unprocessed foods. Create a simple meal plan to reduce decision fatigue. Batch cook staples like grains and beans. Practice mindful eating to appreciate your food more. Simplifying Exercise Minimalist Workouts: Opt for exercises that require minimal equipment, such as walking, running, yoga, or bodyweight exercises. Tips: Focus on quality over quantity with short, effective workouts. Maintain consistency for long-term benefits. Embrace nature to enhance your physical and mental well-being. Simplifying Sleep Sleep Sanctuary: Create a peaceful, decluttered environment for sleep. Tips: Establish a regular bedtime routine. Use minimalist bedding for comfort. Limit screen time before bed. Simplifying Stress Management Mindfulness: Incorporate mindfulness into your daily routine to manage stress. Tips: Practice mindfulness and grounding techniques. Declutter your mind through journaling. Simplify your commitments and learn to say no. Simplifying Relationships Quality Over Quantity: Focus on building supportive, quality relationships. Tips: Engage in intentional communication. Declutter your social media usage. Share activities with loved ones to strengthen bonds. Conclusion Mindful Mornings: Announced plans to start "Mindful Mornings" sessions. Gratitude: Expressed gratitude for the listeners and shared positive wishes. Thank you for joining me today. I hope you found these tips helpful in your journey towards a simpler, healthier, and happier life. Don't forget to subscribe to the channel and share this episode with someone who might benefit from it. Blessings to you all! To work with me: https://www.drmarbas.com/ A Big Thank You To Our Sponsors: If you want to work with the best Whole Foods plant-based body recomposition coach, I highly recommend checking out what www.fitvegancoaching.com offers. I did their program and was able to lose 7% of body fat, build lean muscle, and improve my running time. As a loyal subscriber, you get $250 savings on their coaching services. To learn plant-based cooking and get your medical questions answered, join The Healing Kitchen, taught by Brittany Jaroudi and me! Click here to learn more: https://www.drmarbas.com/the-healing-kitchen