Level 2 is where you find out what your Betr life really looks like!
Level 1 returned your body to a healthy baseline, but everyone's baseline is unique. The goal of Level 2 is to find the balance of healthy food and activity that works best for YOU!
Building your food list
The great thing about Level 2 is that YOU are in control.
Reintroduce any whole, unprocessed food that you would like to be a part of your maintenance plan.
If it doesn't come in a bag, a box or a bottle go for it! Make a list of the healthy foods you want to add, it's as simple as that.
Tasting Notes
Once you have the list of foods you want to add back in, start adding them to your meal plan!
Start with a base meal plan that you know works with your body and then plug in a new food once a day.
After you've eaten the reintroduced food, pay attention. Are you experiencing any symptoms that had been previously resolved by Level 1?
Common things to look for include: heartburn, gas, bloating, abdominal discomfort, headache, fatigue, brain fog, sleep disturbance, or pain.
It's important to remember, though, that symptoms of food intolerance or sensitivity are unique to everyone. It may take some trial-and-error to fully identify food that you are sensitive to.
Listen to your body.
If you have a reaction, you should reset with the Level 1 food list for 2-3 days before introducing any other new foods.
But, if you don't have any notable reaction- YOU'RE GOOD! Add it to your list of Forever Food!
Adding in movement:
Level 1 focused on rest and healing. We asked you to take it easy on the exercise so that you didn't introduce any NEW inflammation to a healing body.
Now that your body is healed, it's time to add more healthy activity to your routine! This exercise doesn't have to be pumping iron or running marathons. Unless, of course, that's your thing!
Find activities you enjoy: walking, running, hiking, dancing, cardio, strength training, swimming, playing basketball - whatever starts and keeps you moving!
Start slow. Once you feel comfortable, you can exercise at least 4-5 times a week for at least 30-45 minutes a day.
Just like with food, listen to your body and find the right balance of activity that nourishes and energizes you!
Don't forget, this additional activity might need additional fuel! You may find your body wants more protein in the form of our healthy, activity fuel.
Level 2 is self-paced. It can be as long or as short as you want. The goal is to find a maintenance program that you can sustain in the long run.
You're designing your Betr Life!