Pamela Reif | 4 (weird) morning rituals, that make my life better @PamelaRf1 | Uploaded May 2024 | Updated October 2024, 1 day ago.
Explanations, so you don’t think I’m locoooo 😄
1. Oil Pulling - that’s a popular one 🦷 I’ve done it for several years already and CANNOT imagine brushing my teeth without doing that before 😵💫 I swish with Sesame Oil for 20-30min. It’s antibacterial, anti-inflammatory (= perfect for gums), gives you fresher breath, helps to remove plaque from teeth and brightens them naturally 🟡⚪️ It’s also said to pull out toxins from your body.
2. High Polyphenol Olive Oil - first thing in the morning, on an empty stomach 🫒This is the healthiest version of the already healthy olive oil. The polyphenols reduce oxidative damage and inflammation = the main causes of disease and ageing. Sipping it first thing helps to line the stomach, which then helps with digestion. Things will transit more smooooothly, if you know what I mean 🚽 Side fact, longevity-expert Bryan Johnson fills up 15% of his daily calories with this kind of olive oil!
3. Body / Thigh / Tummy Massage - not every day, but as often as possible 🦵🏼I use a natural oil like Jojoba or a good quality body lotion. Helps me a lot with reducing water retention, making me look more toned, preventing cellulite and improving blood circulation.
4. Qigong - deep breathing, tapping, shaking 🫁 I’m not so much into meditation, but I LOVE taking 5min to breath very deeply into my stomach. Followed by shaking, tapping (klopfen) along arms, armpits, hips & legs and light stretches to stimulate my lymphatic system, therefore detoxify the body, increase energy, decrease stress & focus on my inside energy. It’s a short routine - but very powerful.
Do you have a „weird“ or unexpected morning ritual? Tell me! 👀🥸
Explanations, so you don’t think I’m locoooo 😄
1. Oil Pulling - that’s a popular one 🦷 I’ve done it for several years already and CANNOT imagine brushing my teeth without doing that before 😵💫 I swish with Sesame Oil for 20-30min. It’s antibacterial, anti-inflammatory (= perfect for gums), gives you fresher breath, helps to remove plaque from teeth and brightens them naturally 🟡⚪️ It’s also said to pull out toxins from your body.
2. High Polyphenol Olive Oil - first thing in the morning, on an empty stomach 🫒This is the healthiest version of the already healthy olive oil. The polyphenols reduce oxidative damage and inflammation = the main causes of disease and ageing. Sipping it first thing helps to line the stomach, which then helps with digestion. Things will transit more smooooothly, if you know what I mean 🚽 Side fact, longevity-expert Bryan Johnson fills up 15% of his daily calories with this kind of olive oil!
3. Body / Thigh / Tummy Massage - not every day, but as often as possible 🦵🏼I use a natural oil like Jojoba or a good quality body lotion. Helps me a lot with reducing water retention, making me look more toned, preventing cellulite and improving blood circulation.
4. Qigong - deep breathing, tapping, shaking 🫁 I’m not so much into meditation, but I LOVE taking 5min to breath very deeply into my stomach. Followed by shaking, tapping (klopfen) along arms, armpits, hips & legs and light stretches to stimulate my lymphatic system, therefore detoxify the body, increase energy, decrease stress & focus on my inside energy. It’s a short routine - but very powerful.
Do you have a „weird“ or unexpected morning ritual? Tell me! 👀🥸
