Christmas is looming on the horizon, and therefore it won’t be long before it’s all done and dusted and we’re looking ahead to the new year. If you’re the sort of person who usually spends this period making big health and lifestyle-focused plans, then you’re not alone.
But you don’t need to wait until January to make changes to your life – and going early with health-related changes needn’t mean ruining the festive period. Let’s take a look at some of the ways you might improve your wellbeing before January arrives.
Get active
One of the best things you can do to improve your overall health and wellbeing is to get moving. Pick out an activity that you enjoy. That way, it’ll be easier to stick with. You don’t have to push yourself too hard to get benefits. A simple walk through nature can confer enormous benefits to both your physical and mental health.
Add supplements to your diet
A well-balanced diet should provide the overwhelming majority of the vitamins and minerals you need. That means eating plenty of fruit, nuts, and vegetables. But sometimes, you might miss out on certain nutrients on a given day – and this is where supplements can help you fill in the gaps.
During winter, it’s usually vitamin D which we’re deficient in due to the lack of sunlight. Maintaining sufficient levels of vitamin D from supplements ensures the body can absorb calcium, a necessity for a functioning immune system and keeping your bones healthy.
Since the cold temperatures during this time can cause your hair to become dry, break, or fall out, you should also look to take vitamins for your hair as a precaution, such as those containing vitamin E and biotin. Additionally, it’s worth taking vitamin C in the winter to help maintain healthy skin by reducing inflammation and retaining moisture.
Change your sleep routine
It’s difficult to overstate the importance of sleep. A good night’s sleep will increase your focus, bolster your mood, and generally drive up your quality of life during your waking hours.
Getting a good night’s sleep, for the most part, depends on developing the right habits. Try to do something relaxing just before bed. Avoid looking at your phone, and make sure that you keep your routine consistent. Make time for sleep, and the rewards can be substantial.
Focus on your relationships
If you don’t have a healthy social life, then you can actually suffer physiological symptoms. The health of your immune and cardiovascular systems have both been linked to a social schedule. Since the end of the year is traditionally the time for reconnecting with old friends, it’s worth reaching out to those you haven’t seen in a while – and trying to make a point of regularly seeing those friends whose company you truly value.
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