Our survival guide for all you hard-working Superwomen and Supermen will help you reduce stress throughout the year. We've come up with these helpful, healthy tips so you survive and thrive.
Remembering to Breathe
Breathing exercises are an instant stress buster, it doesn't cost any money and anyone can do it. Breathing is the source of energy, but if you practice good breathing you'll feel a sense of calm, the mind gets a chance to slow down and you start to feel more energized.
The art of deep breathing can be done by sitting down, standing up, and walking. Inhale deeply and slowly into your abdomen and exhale completely through your mouth just letting it all go. Aim to complete at least 3 breath cycles, and utilizing before meals can be very helpful to further support digestion.
Nutrient Dense Foods
“One cannot think well, sleep well, love well if one has not dined well” Virginia Woolf
Eating nutrient-dense foods such as salmon, kale, spinach, almonds, and all green-leafed vegetables is one of the most important ways we can look after our physical and mental wellbeing. Avoid processed and pre-packaged foods and eat as much fresh, organic produce as you can.
Eating completely naturally helps with stress relief because we can't control what's going on around us but when you feed your body and mind with good food, you're better able to control your stress level and your reaction to tense situations. Once you're full of nutrient-dense foods your body will feel satisfied and you'll have much-needed extra energy too.
Exercise, Move, and Stretch for Stress Relief
Do you know what happens to the body and mind when we exercise? Blood flow to the brain increases which means it is getting a nice dose of oxygen and glucose which improves your mental wellbeing. Exercise creates endorphins which is a feel-good hormone and it helps with sleep so even if you do a little exercise or a lot you'll feel better and look great as well.
Stretching just feels so good and there are so many wonderful relaxation techniques that include stretching. You can do some yoga at a class or you are bound to find some great videos on the Internet. Stretching also allows you some time out for yourself so make it part of your daily routine.
Supplements B, C, Magnesium, and Herbs Withania, Rhodiola, and Magnolia
Stress relief from supplements and herbs improves and takes care of your natural good health. During this super busy time, it's even more important to top up your health tank with supplements and healing herbs.
The herb magnolia is an ancient herb that helps with a number of health issues but due to its high Vitamin E compound is an incredible stress buster. Rhodiola strengthens the nervous system so perfect little pick me up this time of year and withania is another safe and super effective herb for good health and wellbeing.
Take a good long look at your diet and if it's looking a bit shabby now's the time to eat well and ensure you are getting enough vitamins and minerals for optimum health. You need all the micronutrients you can get! Our qualified naturopaths can assess anyone to see what might be missing in their diet and then help put together a healthy eating, supplement, and medicinal herbal plan for better living.
Learn to Say No and Only Do the Things That Bring You Joy
This year it's about time you finally learned to say no to the big and the small stuff. Don't get caught up in the guilt trap because you deserve to do things that bring you joy. There is no such thing as a perfect anything, so this year focus on your good health first, and then you might just find you'll have the time of your life.
Visit us at https://nourishenaturalhealth.co.nz/ if you're worried about stress this year. Our holistic healthcare approach looks at all the areas of your life that need support. Our friendly and professional health and well-being advice looks after you and your health because you are what you eat, think, and do.