HOW TO STAY HEALTHY DURING THE SILLY SEASON

Christmas is fast approaching, can you believe it?

So how do we stay health during this silly season? Due to Covid-19 many have been in isolation for months. So what is usually just a few days, weeks of indulging over the Christmas break, some have had months of “out of the norm” routine of limited exercise and more comfort food. How can we feel guilt free this season with the added Covid laziness?

My top 5 tips to stay healthy this silly season!

1- Do not deprive yourself!

Health is not just about what you put in your mouth. Sharing some comfort food with the ones you loved is more important then feeling guilty and creating a negative impact to your emotional health. If you do eat something that is not particularly healthy, DO NOT feel guilty about it! Accept and move on. Tomorrow is a new day and the happy memories you create are more important.

2- Get moving!

I am not meaning the gym! For those who are lucky enough to have some time off over Christmas, what better way to spend some time getting active with your family. Go on a hike, enjoy nature and get outside (obviously while keeping Covid safe!). Sunshine and nature are so important for your health. In Australia it is summer during Christmas, enjoy the warmer, longer days! Take the kids to the park, beach or even just have in your own backyard.

3 - Make healthy swaps!
These days there are tons of healthy recipe options you can find online. Add more vegetables to your plate, switch the deep fried for grilled, make your own sauce, or find a healthy cocktail recipe and make yourself. There is always a healthier option.

4 - Add more water!

Drink more water. Not only during the warmer days is it important to drink more water, but if you are drinking more alcohol than normal or indulging in more sugary foods, water will help your body metabolise faster. Hydration is key!

5 - It’s ok to say no!

Lastly, feel happy and confident in your decisions. We are often peer pressured to eat more, or drink more, but stay strong in your decisions. Surround yourself with good company and loved ones, enjoy and if you know that, that extra piece of cake offered by a relative will make you feel bad, don’t say yes. Do what will make you happiest and be ok with your decisions. Be that positive role model and enjoy your holidays.