San Jose Morgan Hill Happy New Year! This is the best time to get your health back on track after the holidays and start setting some realistic health & wellness goals.
Feeling a little bloated, unhealthy and maybe just less “in shape” than usual is extremely common in the month of January. You are not alone! Hopefully, it means you had a happy holiday season and indulged in all your favorite food & drinks and spent quality time with the people you love. Now it’s time to get back on track and look & feel your best.
I’ve given just a few of my favorite tips below and will be discussing these at the next #WellnessWednesday event. Come and have a juice with me & bring all your questions! We will be discussing how to set realistic goals without feeling frustrated and deprived & I’ll be giving some simple tips that will keep you accountable. I will also provide food & drink recommendations and there’ll be some fun giveaways. So, bring a friend and let’s kick off 2020 in a positive way.
Tip 1: Drink Half Your Body Weight in Ounces of Water
I’ve said it before, and I’ll keep saying it. Water is the absolute best way to flush out toxins, can boost your metabolism by as much as 7% and keep your skin glowing.
Tip 2: Make Half Your Plate Fruits and Vegetables
The other half should be a good quality protein and maybe some grains, but it can also be whatever you want. As long as you have half your plate with nutrient-dense fruits and veggies you will be crowding out most of the junk.
Tip 3: Set a Weekly Goal
This can be anything that makes you feel good & is good for you. Maybe it’s meditating every morning, maybe it’s working out 3 times a week. Whatever it is, write it down and stick to it. You will be so proud of yourself at the end of each week.
Tip 4: Use the 80/20 Rule
Try to eat clean and healthy around 80% of the time. Make a commitment that Monday-Thursday will be full of health-promoting foods and then reward yourself with something you love on Friday. Again, you will feel proud of yourself for making it to Friday and you’ll look & feel physically great.
Tip 5: Detox Your Life
I’m not just talking about food. Surround yourself with people that lift you up and are supportive of your goals and dreams. Unfollow people on social media that make you feel like crap. Identify your healthiest friend/friends and spend more time with them. Studies have shown that you are most likely to take on the habits of the people you surround yourself with most often. Choose wisely ☺
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Carrie Evanger, FNP-BC
Carrie Evanger, FNP-BC is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with more than 15 years of nursing experience. She has advanced training in medical aesthetics, injectable treatments, medical-grade skincare, and Sciton laser technology. At Illuminate Plastic Surgery, Carrie provides customized aesthetic and anti-aging treatments for patients throughout Silicon Valley, including San Jose and Morgan Hill, with a focus on natural-looking, confidence-boosting results.
Carrie specializes in advanced injectable treatments including Botox®, Dysport®, Sculptra®, dermal filler, lip filler, and full facial balancing designed to soften signs of aging while preserving each patient’s natural features and facial harmony. She also performs advanced laser and energy-based treatments including BBL® HERO™, Moxi®, Halo®, Sciton® TriBrid™, Discovery Pico®, and Ultherapy® nonsurgical skin tightening treatments. Her expertise includes treatments designed to improve pigmentation, redness, sun damage, acne scarring, skin texture, skin laxity, collagen production, and tattoo removal while helping patients achieve healthier, more youthful-looking skin. Carrie also incorporates customized medical-grade skincare regimens into treatment plans to support long-term skin health and optimize aesthetic results.
Known for her approachable personality, artistic eye, and attention to detail, Carrie creates personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s skin concerns, aesthetic goals, and long-term skin health. Her aesthetic philosophy focuses on achieving refreshed, balanced, and natural results through preventative aesthetic medicine and evidence-based treatments.
With a strong clinical background and a Master’s degree in Nursing Education, Carrie combines advanced medical knowledge with the latest innovations in aesthetic medicine to provide safe, effective, and results-driven treatments. Her years of nursing experience, passion for patient education, and commitment to continued learning allow her to create personalized treatment plans while helping patients feel informed, comfortable, and confident throughout every stage of their aesthetic journey.
As part of the expert team at Illuminate Plastic Surgery, Carrie works alongside leading aesthetic providers and board-certified plastic surgeons to deliver advanced cosmetic injectables, laser skin rejuvenation, and non-surgical aesthetic treatments using the industry’s most innovative technologies. Patients across Silicon Valley trust Carrie for her meticulous approach, conservative recommendations, and ability to deliver subtle, beautiful results that enhance natural beauty without looking overdone.
At Illuminate we’re with you during every step of your journey toward greater self-confidence. Schedule a consultation with us today and let Illuminate’s expert team listen to your concerns and guide you through treatments and procedures to help you reach your individual goals. We look forward to seeing you and celebrating your renewed appearance and realized potential.
