Right now I am 3 days out from the NPC AZ Open and at this point every little thing matters. I wanted to share one of my tips to make sure I’m coming into the show looking my absolute best. If you’ve ever competed, you know the last week you are pretty hungry, tired, and the one thing keeping you going is the thought of that stage a few days away. In these critical pre-show days I focus on all natural drinks such as unsweetened tea to make sure I don’t hold unwanted water and ensure my body is functioning well. I make a huge bottle of mint/green tea and drink it during the day. Hydrate hydrate hydrate!! I have noticed huge improvements in my digestion as well as clearer skin. It also helps keep my hunger at bay. The benefits are numerous!!
Green Tea
Filled with antioxidants that eliminate free radicals that can damage DNA
Stabilizes cholesterol levels
Beneficial in preventing clogged arteries
Boosts your immune system
Promotes weight loss- the polyphenols found in green tea help dissolve triglycerides-a substance found in the liver and small intestine made up of mostly sugar and fat
Stimulates the metabolism
Helps fight off infections
Reduces acne and slows the aging process to prevent wrinkles
Contains vitamin c and numerous minerals including chromium, manganese, selenium, and zinc
Mint Tea
Helps the digestion of fat
Aids in treatment of mental fatigue, stress, headaches
Stimulates digestion
Effective in relieving intestinal gas and indigestion
Can aid in warding off the common cold
To make your own just add 1 mint tea bag and 1 green tea bag to a cup of boiling water. Let cool then add to a large water bottle of water. Bigelow makes a great tea. Easy, affordable, all natural-ENJOY!
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