This post is written in collaboration with Simple Online Pharmacy. The opinions are my own.
The holiday season is almost upon us! (Or is it already here?) Over the next couple of months many of us will over-indulge in the sweetness and savory deliciousness of the season. And a lot of us will live to regret the indulgence, and ultimately resolve to get healthy in the new year. But why wait? You can start setting goals and making plans for a healthier new you right now. (Think of it as an early Christmas present to yourself.) Here are 7 steps to a healthier you.
Lose Weight. We all know that diet and exercise are the keys to maintaining a healthy weight, but this is a lot easier for some people than others. If you struggle with your weight, you may consider using prescription diet aids or medical procedure to help you use the weight. Another solution, I have recently learned about is Mounjaro injections. These injections work by acting on hormones that control appetite, helping to reduce hunger and make you feel fuller.
Get plenty of sleep. The average adult needs around 8 hours of sleep; some adults may thrive on less, while others may require more than 8 hours to feel good. Not surprisingly, many adults, this day and age, do not get the right amount of asleep, and this greatly affects our mood, stress levels, weight, and overall health and well being.
The key is to find out the amount of sleep that is right for you. Then set an appropriate bedtime and waketime. Then try to maintain this sleep schedule, regardless of work and other plans.
Healthy Diet. Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet is probably one of the hardest parts of living a healthy lifestyle. If you didn’t grow up eating a healthy supply of fruits, vegetables, good proteins, etcetera, then chances are, you find it hard to maintain a healthy diet as an adult.
Vitamins and Supplements. Despite trying to regulate our diets, most people still don’t get an adequate amount of vitamins and minerals. For this reason, most doctor’s recommend supplements to fill in the gaps. I, for one, have a taken a multi-vitamin for years. I’ve also taken a number of supplements to help with headaches and anxiety.
So if you have any medical issues, whether it’s struggling to fall asleep, suffering from joint pain, or simply not having the energy you used to have, talk to your doctor to find out what supplements might be helpful to you.
Stay Active. Exercise is obviously good for the body, and yet so many of us lead a sedentary lifestyle and don’t get the recommended amount of exercise. So does this mean you have to go out and get a gym membership, or purchase a fancy treadmill for your home, to stay fit? No, of course not! You can find ways to stay active that work for you. As a mom, I’m able to stay active just by going outside and playing with my son. We jump on the trampoline and ride bikes, or walk around the block, and sometimes we just stay inside have a little dance party!
Work and Play. Find work that you enjoy. This is a job that not only brings in a paycheck but that also brings meaning and purpose to your life and allows you to use your talents. I believe that when you find a job like this, it cuts your stress levels drastically, and you can’t help but live a happier life.And when you are not working, find the time to play. Devote just a little bit of time to a hobby or interest that you enjoy, or maybe even take a class or learn a new skill.
Get Sociable. In our age of social media, a lot of people no longer go out and socialize with real people. For a lot of people, this can lead to a feeling of isolation, loneliness, and even depression. So I would challenge everyone who doesn’t typically go out, to try a little extra socializing. This season, make an effort to attend a few extra holiday events with family or friends. Go out and get coffee with an old friend. Sign up for a new class or join a group. Even consider hosting your holiday event.
Do you have any tips for a healthier new you? Please share them with us in the comments.
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