{"id":7526,"date":"2018-12-19T09:00:32","date_gmt":"2018-12-19T08:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/amazingy.com\/magazine\/?p=7526"},"modified":"2018-12-18T20:24:49","modified_gmt":"2018-12-18T19:24:49","slug":"10-tips-staying-healthy-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/amazingy.com\/magazine\/10-tips-staying-healthy-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"Amazingy Guides: 10 Tips for Staying Healthy through the Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It seems like every holiday season becomes yet another eating, drinking and partying marathon \u2013 until the onset of the new year as life eventually gets back into the swing of things. While it can be a very merry time of year, let\u2019s just say that it isn\u2019t necessarily the healthiest. All of those celebratory days certainly create a strain on our liver, digestion, and overall health (with only good memories to savour, of course). But not to worry, because I\u2019ve got you sorted: these 10 simple tips for staying healthy through this festive season will help you start the new year feeling fabulous \u2013 so you won\u2019t have to make it your new year\u2019s resolution.<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

1. \u00a0Indulge (but only on the good stuff!)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s been proven that humans are wired to put a higher value on items which are not as commonly found or consumed. This is referred to as the \u201cscarcity principle\u201d and applies to the festive season. From Gl\u00fchwein and festive cookies to candied almonds and basically everything else found at a holiday market \u2013 it\u2019s easy to be gluttonous. If certain things are only available at a specific time of year, we tend to crave them more and overindulge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip:<\/strong> Choose wisely\u2014go for quality over quantity and savour the taste of each mouthful.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Managing a hangover<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Alcohol is notorious for being the arch-enemy of the liver \u2013 and the more we drink it, the more stress it causes on the body. Around this time of year, with party after party, drinking seems unavoidable\u2026 but joyous intoxication comes with dealing with the hangover the next day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Luckily, there are certain herbs & vitamins which can help your body work the alcohol out of your system more quickly and also nourish the body, making it possible for you to at least function the next day; St. Mary\u2019s thistle and dandelion will support the liver\u2019s metabolism, and an added B vitamin complex supplement will replenish your energy levels. You can find these at your local pharmacy, but always consult with your general physician first to see if it would be appropriate for you to do so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip:<\/strong> If you know you\u2019re going to have a big night, you can take something for a mini rehab<\/a> before you go out & a B Complex<\/a> before you go to bed, which will soften the hangover the next morning. Also, pace yourself by alternating with a glass of water or a juice in between alcoholic drinks. Such a simple thing can make all the difference!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Food\u2026 all that glorious food!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When there\u2019s an abundance of food, it\u2019s very easy to eat a lot more of it then is necessary. This of course also puts much more strain on the digestive system. Overeating can make you feel full for days, and digesting all that food can take longer than usual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip:<\/strong> Take smaller portions and chew each mouthful \u2013 eating slowly is eating healthy! If you\u2019re still hungry, there\u2019s always seconds.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Digestive aid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Along with the point made above, you can also give your digestion a helping hand. Bitter foods & herbal teas prepare and assist the whole digestive process, making you feel less full and efficiently pushing it all out faster. Such digestive stimulants include foods like green-leafed vegetables, turmeric, apple cider vinegar, lemons and Jerusalem artichoke. Some examples of digestive teas are fennel, peppermint, dandelion and nettle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip:<\/strong> Start the morning with a glass of lemon & warm water to encourage a faster metabolism. Or you can opt for taking something for a bloated tum<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Walk it off<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The festive season is that time of year when exercise routines are usually abandoned. However, if you\u2019re like most city folk \u2013 with a job that involves hours of sitting \u2013 you can use this time of year to move your body a bit more. Walking not only makes you more active, it also aids with digestion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip:<\/strong> Take a daily digestive walk \u2013 any amount of exercise will help boost your metabolism (and is also just a nice break between feasting). It\u2019s also a good way to get out of the house and get some fresh air.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Plenty of rest<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Long nights out are definitely characteristic of this time of year. Try to make up for any loss of sleep by sleeping in; resting your body will give it fuel for your next long night \u2013 so that it\u2019s more likely that you\u2019re not exhausted by the end of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip:<\/strong> Sleeping in and siestas are highly recommended.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Take care of your immune system<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Vacation sickness is a common thing that many people catch during this stressful & busy season. After working hard for the entire year (and also working hard to maintain good health), a lot of people face a rude awakening if they end up getting sick as soon as they let their body relax; no one wants to spend their holidays bedridden and recuperating. This can be a consequence of exhaustion \u2013 or more simply because it\u2019s just cold & flu season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip:<\/strong> Dose up on vitamin C & zinc<\/a> and a multivitamin.<\/a> (Always consult with your general physician first.) Washing your hands more often during this season is also recommended \u2013 right next to staying hydrated.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Turn it off<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Take a time-out from the usual constant activity on your computer, television, phone, etc. Although these gadgets can feel relaxing when we use them, they stimulate the parasympathetic nervous systems \u2013 which keeps our brains \u2018on\u2019 and are, therefore, not accumulating towards proper rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip:<\/strong> Simply turn your wifi off \u2013 even if it\u2019s just for just a little while.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Tap out<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ideally, we try to manage our stress levels throughout the year, but that\u2019s easier said than done. Why not use this festive season to really unwind and make sure you\u2019re getting enough \u2018you time\u2019? Taking a proper break as we transition into the new year gives us a much better chance the stress won\u2019t be carried over. So treat yourself to the well-deserved break \u2013 doing so can have long-term benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip:<\/strong> Spoil yourself to something that you wouldn\u2019t normally indulge in.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Detox it out<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

No need to despair \u2013 if all the tips I\u2019ve mentioned thus far haven\u2019t cut the mustard (or you\u2019ve found that sticking to any plan of a \u2018healthier\u2019 alternative has just gone out the window), just keep your hopes up! Even after post-holiday indulgence, there are still ways to clean up your body & mind, step by step \u2013 and we\u2019re here to guide you through it. January is an Amazingy detox month, which will help us all get back on the healthy track in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Until then: have fun, be merry, stay Amazingy!<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What tip speaks to you the most? Let us know in the comments below!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Editor\u2019s note: Originally published in December 2014 and reposted in December 2018 for reformatting.<\/strong><\/em><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

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