Amanda ward health
I love to share good food with friends, where the music sets the mood, the wine is crisp, and the conversation flows past sunset. Those are the memories of life.
“Start the practice of self-control with some penance; begin with fasting.” ~Mahavira I have dabbled in the fasting world for years. My usual routine was to start every Monday with a 16:8 fast meaning I would fast for 16h and then eat in a 8-hour window. It was my “reset” from the weekend and a […]
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Mid-June I challenged myself to 30 days of consistent workouts. While I love daily movement, I had found that I let “excuses” get in my way from finding time on my mat. I endeavored to correct this, and started mid-month with a 30/30 challenge. {hint – you don’t have to wait until 1/1 or the […]
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First off, Congratulations, Mama!! I will spare you the cliches, except to say they all are true. I do not have the words to adequately express what an incredible blessing it is to bring human life into this world. Truly the most humbling and yet rewarding experience of my life and a million times more […]
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For years I have intermittent fasted on Monday’s. I view it as the chance to kick off my week lighter, and more focused. However, recently I have taken this fasting experience even deeper as I explore Mindy’s Pelz’s Fast Like a Girl routine to align fasting with hormone cycling. So far it has been an […]
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I love to travel and am always up for an adventure. Whether it be a weekend jaunt, or a vacation around the world, I appreciate the many benefits that come with a change in routine and exploration. Fortunately, I married a man who shares my love of travel and we are cultivating the same sense […]
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If you have heard the buzzword “grounding” or “earthing” before you are not alone. This practice is free. It is accessible and I would argue it is the quickest way to reset your mind, your body, and your emotions. The premise is simple. Take off your shoes and have direct skin contact with the Earth. […]
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The Beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness Month It is officially October! The beginning of my favorite season, fall, but also a time of reflection as October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Five, yes five women in my family have all courageously battled, and beat, breast cancer. The statistics show that 1:8 women will develop breast […]
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AWH Top 5 Supplements by acfaircloth While I am a big believer in sourcing nutrients from real food, there are some supplements that I find enhance my life. As always, please consult with your personal physician to discuss any supplement additions or changes. The following are what I personally endorse as they work for my […]
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I desire to help others and have spent my career supporting people through their most vulnerable experiences. This passion has extended into my personal life and I am eager to share what I have learned - through sound research and trial and error - with you. My hope is that this blog brings inspiration and hopefully a few "ah ha" moments.
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