Lifestyle
The World Health Organization (W.H.O) defines health as...
“a state of complete physical, mental, social and spiritual well being and not just an absence of disease or infirmity.”
At Incas Health, we define
Whole and Healthy as...
Feeling alive! Or high energy & vitality; or a natural state of vibrancy; or a balance state of body, mind and soul; or a state of optimum physical, mental, spiritual well-being; or the indisputable foundation for satisfaction in life.
With our passion for wholeness, we envision you enjoying success built upon a natural wholesome goodness that shows.
Live by the Seven Pillars of Health with Incas!
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Eat it whole. Eat it raw.
Our body’s cells thrive on vital nutrients that can be found in whole foods, fresh fruits and vegetables, some healthy seeds and nuts. They are natural, living and the ultimate nutrition, just as nature intended. Unrefined, unsifted whole grains, like Incas healthy range of flours, are the healthiest living foods, being the richest source of essential nutrients for good health and high in fibre for good digestion. Raw fruits and vegetables are high in nutrients and fibre but low in calories and sugar. They are life giving, promote healing and boost the immune system. Eat it whole, eat it raw and enjoy a long, healthy life!
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Exercise for a better life.
For all of us, exercising is the single most important change we can make to our lifestyles. It strengthens our muscles, bones and cardio-vascular system that is vital for carrying blood, fresh oxygen and nutrients around the body. It aids in digestion and metabolism, helps the body get rid of toxins and improves mental alertness. Endorphins, the body’s feel-good hormones, are released when exercising, relieving stress and leaving you on a natural high. Exercising is also critically important in the growth and healing of our body’s cells and reducing the risk of lifestyle diseases. It promotes longevity, helps one stay youthful and gives high energy and vitality to enjoy life to the fullest! -
Breath to thrive
Take a trip out to the country and breathe in the oxygen rich air the way nature intended. Pollutants in the air, smoking and the shallow breathing that comes from a sedentary lifestyle all pose significant health risks.
Deep breathing and regular exercise increase the oxygen flow to the body’s cells, which in turn increases the amount of nutrients they receive and helps cells detox and self heal. The result is increased mental alertness, energy levels and a better quality and length of life! -
Drink water for life
Nothing is more refreshing than a glass of clean water. With good reason: our bodies need at least eight glasses of it every day to stay in top-notch health. Water flushes out toxins and cleanses, regulates and helps nourish every single cell in our bodies. It prevents constipation, helps in digestion, keeps our skin radiant, our body regulated and helps us age gracefully. So drink water and reap the benefits!
Cleanse the body
Eliminating waste and toxins is the first step to getting healthy, and staying healthy. Cleanse your body by eating high fibre whole foods the colon cleaners and fresh fruits the body cleansers. Drink vegetable juices, the ultimate detoxifiers and healers of cells, and a quick and easy way to nourish all parts of the body with minimum digestive effort. Drinking lots of water, exercising regularly, deep breathing, massages, aromatherapy and saunas all play a part in cleansing your body. So cleanse and let the body self-heal to reclaim your youth, energy and vitality!
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Nurture your soul
Sit in silence, spend time with nature, listen to music, dance, laugh out loud and, most importantly, stay positive, give and share. These are all ways we can have inner stillness, revitalize our souls and connect with our spirit. It doesn’t cost anything to do any of these things. The rewards however, are priceless!
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Treat your health as a lifestyle
For the most part, YOU and only you are responsible for the state of your health. Eating correctly, exercising, deep breathing, drinking water, cleansing your body and nurturing your soul all lead to a positive mental and physical approach to life. Associate a healthy lifestyle with pleasure not pain. Just as an unhealthy lifestyle is a habit, so too is a healthy, vibrant one!