9 “Healthy” Habits I QUIT… and Felt Better!

Key Wellness Strategies / Self-Care & Productivity (Habits She Says She Quit)

Quit drinking super-cold (ice) water

• Try room-temperature or even warm water for 2–3 days.
• She reports improved digestion, noticing it “overnight” after switching.

Quit “overdoing” water intake

• Stop chugging or filling up constantly.
• She suggests that if your urine is clear all the time, it may be a sign you’re flushing too many minerals/electrolytes.

Quit supplement overload

• She supports taking basics, but recommends avoiding taking too many supplements at once.
• Focus on essentials like:
  • Magnesium
  • Vitamin D (she prefers sun exposure for it)
• Additional supplements only as needed, depending on your situation or ailments.
• She highlights Ritual (third-party tested/traceable; “core” products rather than a huge catalog).

Swap to a focused stress-support approach (Ritual Stress Relief)

• Core idea: stress blocks healing and can worsen symptoms via effects on the body/cortisol.
• Mentioned ingredients:
  • Ashwagandha
  • L-theanine
  • Saffron
• How she describes it:
  • Fast-acting, plus supportive over an 8-hour period via slow release
• Timing tip:
  • Take it in the morning to support cortisol patterns through the day.

Quit forcing breakfast

• She doesn’t follow one-size-fits-all rules.
• If she delays until 1–2 pm and doesn’t eat breakfast, she feels better.
• Guideline: listen to hunger cues
  • Eat if you’re ravenous or feeling good after
  • Don’t force it if you’re not hungry

Quit greens powders

• She argues they’re often a poor shortcut and may include added sugar or less ideal ingredients.
• Better approach: eat actual vegetables.
• Shortcut she allows:
  • Smoothies made with frozen vegetables (still real food, just easier to consume)

Quit protein powder (for her)

• She argues it’s processed protein and may negatively affect the gut.
• She suggests it could contribute to issues like constipation.

Add fiber powders instead (her recommended options)

• Psyllium husk
  • Helps bind to toxins and supports movement.
• Acacia powder
  • Described as a prebiotic that feeds gut microbes.

Quit sourdough bread (for her)

• She acknowledges fermentation may be gentler, but still critiques bread made with all-purpose/white processed flour.
• Alternatives she recommends:
  • Mill your own grain (best “real bread” approach)
  • Ezekiel bread (she says it has no preservatives/additives; sold refrigerated/freezer)

Quit following stressful health stories online

• She unfollowed influencers/people with serious illness because it triggered:
  • fear
  • anxiety
  • worry about her own health and her kids’
• She still consumes general health education, but recommends stepping back if content increases fear.

Quit the “go to bed early” rule

• She agrees sleep matters, but says people vary (early birds vs. night owls).
• Her focus:
  • Sleep window should match your natural timing
  • Wake up at the same time every day, including weekends
• She personally falls asleep around 11:00–11:30.

Presenters / Sources

• Presenter: Shay Whitney (implied by the discount code “Shay Whitney” and direct address)
• Brand / sponsor mentioned: Ritual (specifically Ritual Stress Relief, Synbiotic, and multivitamin)
• Discount code: “Shay Whitney” (for Ritual)