Reduce Holiday Stress

Although the holidays are meant to be fun and enjoyable, we tend to let the stress of work, chores and other responsibilities affect our moods and it can make it difficult to enjoy the holiday season. Reducing your levels of stress will also help you to feel less anxious and tired enabling you to fully enjoy holiday events and festivities. Here are some tips you can use to reduce your levels of holiday stress:

1. Stick to a regular workout routine. Not only does regular exercise lower stress levels, it also enhances your mood and promotes weight loss. Start and stay with a fitness routine to get your heart pumping, burn calories and reduce stress this holiday season!

2. Eat a balanced diet. Stress can occur by overeating or under eating over the holidays making you feel more tired, anxious or lethargic than usual. You can maintain a steady level of energy and reduce stress by eating small meals throughout the day.

3. Head to the spa. Treating yourself to a relaxing day is a great way to reduce holiday stress. Get a relaxing massage, pampering facial or skin-reviving body treatment to improve your mood and lower stress levels. Even spending just a few hours at the spa can help to lower stress levels and keep your skin looking healthy and radiant for holiday festivities.

4. Schedule some “me” time. Take a time out from your busy schedule to re-gather your energy and to keep stress to a minimum. Take a walk by yourself, do yoga, meditate for twenty minutes per day, or spend some time at your favorite coffee shop or bookstore.

5. Get enough sleep. Skipping that much-needed shuteye during the busy holiday season can takes toll on your mood and well-being. Not getting enough sleep can also make it difficult for you to maintain a positive outlook and you may feel more stressed and anxious than usual. Make sure you’re getting at least seven to eight hours of sleep every night so that you can feel your best throughout the holiday season.

Winter Healthy Ways

Winter is just right around the corner and the question we've been getting is, "What can I do indoors to stay healthy?" That is a great question! We found a great article that keeps it simple with 6 easy steps to maintain a healthy system. Here they are:

1. Load Up on Vitamin C
One of the best ways to immunize yourself against health problems over the winter season is with a healthy diet. Try to eat more servings of fresh fruits and vegetables during the colder months, and pick foods that have the highest nutritional content whenever possible.

2. Sanitize Your Work Space Regularly
Whether you work in a cubicle, share an office space or work from home, take steps to kill of germs that can accumulate on your keyboard, mouse and other office equipment. Sanitizing wipes can help you get rid of germs in a flash throughout the day.

3. Keep Up with Your Workout Regimen
When it's too cold to go running outside or participate in outdoor sports, make sure you're still getting some daily exercise with an indoor routine. Exercise will increase circulation and also give your metabolism a much-needed boost to ward off those holiday pounds.

4. Eat a Healthy and Wholesome Breakfast
Eating breakfast can help to ward off hunger pangs throughout the day and keep cravings under control. Eating a breakfast rich in complex carbohydrates and lean protein can give you plenty of energy to get through a busy morning and also keep your appetite in check. Enjoy a bowl of oatmeal with low-fat milk and fresh fruit, or an egg white omelet with a generous serving of fresh vegetables to kick off a cold morning.

5. Maintain a Consistent Sleep Schedule
It's natural to feel like hibernating and sleeping in during the cold and dreary winter months, but try and be consistent with your sleeping and napping routine. A lack of sleep can cause fatigue and take its toll on your immune system. Aim to get at least seven to eight quality hours of sleep each night so that your body can repair itself and fight off any cold or flu viruses this season.

6. Change Your Bedding More Frequently
Bacteria and germs lurking on your pillowcases, blankets, bed sheets and quilts can prevent you from recovering from a bout of the cold and flu. Make sure you're washing and sanitizing bedding regularly so that these germs don't end up sticking around all season long.

Reference: Six Easy Ways to Stay Healthy this Winter. www.associatedcontent.com

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