4 WAYS TO STAY HEALTHY DURING THE HOLIDAYS
While the holiday season is meant to be a pleasant time where everyone is taking leave, it can also be one of the most stressful times of the year. Staying healthy and keeping your immune system stable is one of the best ways of making the most out of the festive season.
Here are four you can do to stay healthy during the holidays:
1) Don't Overindulge Every Day
One of the main secrets to staying healthy during the holidays is moderation.
Any good dietitian/ nutritionist would know that what we eat is key to our overall health. In the holiday season, more people are inclined to indulge on tasty treats and processed snacks, many of which offer high calories with very little nutritional value. Without proper nutrition in between, this can cause our immune systems to dip, increasing the chance of getting ill over the holiday season.
Instead of overindulging like this, rather try to eat balanced meals alongside your holiday treats. You could also limit indulging to special occasions.
Another method for moderation in the holiday season that is gaining in popularity is the 5:2 intermittent caloric restriction diet[1]. On this diet, you eat normally for five days of the week, but restrict your calorie intake for 2 days of the week. So far, the literature has shown that this method reduces holiday weight gain and helps keep people healthy over this time. Before trying out any caloric restriction, consult with a nutritionist or dietitian for professional advice.
2) Get Some Exercise
As strange as it may sound to some, exercise is very important for boosting our energy levels, combating stress and keeping on form during the holiday season. Dedicate at least 10mins everyday to a little bit of exercise, even if it's just a series of simple stretches first thing in the morning. That way, you will have more energy to enjoy your holiday and less stress!
3) Consider a General Health Check-Up
Just before the holidays begin, you might want to consider going for a general health check-up with a local healthcare professional. If any part of your health is wavering, it's best to sort it out so you can fully relax. If you have allergies at this time of the year, you may prefer to go directly to an ear, nose and throat doctor for a check-up.
4) Pamper Yourself
If you feel stressed during the holiday season, then you ought to stop, drop and give yourself a little bit of time in order to keep healthy. One of the best ways to do this is going for a spa treatment or back massage!
If you're traveling abroad for the festive season, then why not take full advantage of day spa's and other kinds of nourishing health treatment in other countries?
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Source:
- [1] https://www.lifeextension.com/Magazine/2018/12/Prevent-Holiday-Weight-Gain/Page-01
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