Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? A Q & A With Nutrition House
While it rings especially true in wintertime, we seem to function at a less than optimal threshold – and assume it is OK. We accept less and less from a personal health perspective and become tolerant of the ill-effects it has on our day to day living. For example, many of us use caffeine, sugar and other stimulants just to get us through the day.
But we can all achieve a greater level of health through basic modifications to our current lifestyles. Symptoms such as low energy, fatigue, aches and pains, and low libido are generally thought to be part of the aging process. In fact, they are signs of imbalance or illness. When we adopt healthy living habits, we can delay the onset of illness. Michele Sevier, Director of Education at nutrition house explains the easy steps you can take to to improve your day to day health and gear up for Spring:
1) Stress Reduction & Management
75 to 90 percent of all doctors visits are for stress related complaints or disorders. Stress hormones suppress normal healthy bodily functions. Chronic stress left unchecked can cause a myriad of health problems – from weight gain to irritability to chronic disease. It’s important to understand that long term stress can wreak havoc on your body.
2) Nutritional SupplementationMany common aspects of 21st Century living can deplete our body of the nutrients it needs to function properly. Incorporating some key nutrients and supplements will help restore optimal health and may improve longevity. They can also work preventatively against many diseases and disorders. A multivitamin, Omega EFA’s, Greens and lean protein are all important foundational supplements.
3) Regular Exercise
Regular exercise increases energy and vitality, reduces the risk of disease, and improves mood, insulin sensitivity, intestinal function and so much more. Remember, if you don’t use it, you lose it. To age with grace, engage in regular aerobic, strength training and flexibility exercises.
4) Education & Knowledge
Understanding your situation and available options is paramount to any successful program. Making an informed decision is important. Obtaining good health is about taking ownership of your health. Get back to the basics and begin to incorporate the elements of good health into your daily regime.
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What do you do to help beat the winter blahs?
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Try to find activities that make you happy!
I like to eat healthy, take my vitamins, get lots of fresh air..take time for myself and read a book, or catch up on some of my interests..
we keep to our routines; daily find 3 things to name for which each is grateful. thanks
I try to get out and enjoy the nice days whenever I can.
When there are nice days I try to get outside to get some fresh air. The not so nice days, sometimes I will go to the gym, and when I’m at home I read my books.
I try to get outside at least once a day!
We try to get outside and go for walks as often as possible. Fresh air is good even when it’s miserable outside.
It’s hard when it’s so cold, but I try to get my Vitamin D in via the sun when I can. It sure helps to get outside.. and I have found that getting a decent daily water intake sure helps me feel less sluggish as well!
since I do not get out much in winter chatting with a good friend on the phone or facebok lifts the day
I have a “sun lamp” I use. Also, just taking good care of myself in general.
Make sure I get outdoors everyday to change my mood. Walk inside to feel better in the winter. Lots of fruits.
So sorry just saw this was only for Canada. Please remove me I’m in Indiana.
I love to do water workout and read!
I Try to find fun activities around the house like drawing or playing just dance
I use a salt lamp, and I exercise.
I try to carve a bit of time every day to do something that makes me smile.
I go for a long walk outside.
To beat the winter blahs I participate in activities that I love to do!
I try to be outside everyday for a little while.
To beat the winter blahs I go on vacation somewhere warm and on the ocean.
It’s all in the mind…. keep thinking that Spring is coming!
I make sure that I go outdoors or go on my treadmill.
i like to get out to the local parks for a hike
in the winter we try to stay more active so that we don’t get blah from boredom. we skate or even go out for a nice treat
Actually spend more time walking outside.
Vitamin-D supplements and getting outside whenever the sun shines! 🙂
work out and go out for starbucks lots, love coffee and excercise. 🙂
Spend time outdoors
I go outside for natural light as often as I can
I love bright colors! They make me happy in my home! Sending the winter blahs away!
I exercise!
We try to get out of the house as much as possible to enjoy the weather when it is nice.
Lots of vitamin D – The sunshine vitamin!
I take extra vitamins and get outside as much as possible.
Winter blahs Recipe = Laugh
tea, netflix and baked goodies!
Take vitamins and get lots of rest
I try to venture out when i can but when not netflix and chill.
I try to find hobbies and crafts to help beat the winter blahs, as well as hanging out with friends.
I try to get outside for a walk everyday and take Vitamin D everyday.
I enjoy reading in the winter.
I enjoy crafting
Spend time outside!
I try to get outside more and enjoy the sunshine while its there
Going for a walk outside definitely helps!
I spend lots of time planning a summer vacation so that I have something to look forward to .
I go for walks outside during lunch!
Get as much sunshine as I can , all blinds open when the sun is beating in for the heat and beauty. at least out for a walk daily even if a short one around the block , Have flowers in your home, take superfruit suppliments
to beat the winter blahs I get on my gear and go for a walk