Adopting new habits gradually helps them stick – once you start feeling the payoffs, it's easy to keep them up.
We’re all unique, the trick is to start with one or two that work for you – it may take some experimentation and that’s okay, remember to be kind to yourself.
Need help finding your ideal starting point? Check out the health benefits of each wellness foundation below and choose based on your own health goals.
1. Want lots of energy, stable blood sugar & gut health?
What’s on your plate?
Looking at your diet could be a good starting point. Focus on wholefoods – opt for less refined and prepackaged foods. Focus on fruit, veggies, nuts, seeds, wholegrains and healthy protein. Having a balance of fibre (from whole plant-foods), healthy fats (from nuts, seeds, avocados and oily fish) and heathy protein (lean meat, soybeans, eggs, dairy and fish) with each meal, helps keep your blood sugar stable, and in turn, keeps your energy levels up. Fibre is key for a thriving microbiome and a healthy gut.
2. How does deep sleep, heart health & easy PMS/menopause sound?
Movement that feels good
The list above touches on a few of the many areas that exercise has a positive impact on. No need to go for a run (unless that’s what you’re into), any type of movement counts as exercise - dancing, gardening, or walking to the shops. Regular exercise has so many pay offs, starting with the mood boosting endorphins, it releases and helping to maintain a healthy weight.
3. For healthy bones, happy mood & immune health
Healthy sun exposure (responsible of course)
Let the sunshine in - for your daily dose of Vitamin D, catching some outdoor rays is sure to leave you feeling good. In fact, it’s even linked to producing our ‘feel-good’ chemicals – with research linking sunlight with positives for our microbiome– for happy gut microbes.
Want to discover my top picks? Options for every season right this way: Your Daily Dose of Vitamin D.
4. Keen to up your stress resilience, immune health, & gentle aging?
Quality sleep
If these are key areas for you, then supporting your sleep could be a win for your wellness. After dreamy zzz’s? From top tips to holistic support, here’s your go-to guide for a healthy, deep sleep – every night.
5. Are relaxation, mental focus or glowing skin goals for you?
Mindset
Mindful practice is like taking a ‘mental shower’ - it helps clear your head so you can stay on top of things. It’s about giving your mind a rinse-off by getting out of your head for a while. Do things you enjoy, where you can switch off from daily pressures. It could be exercise, spending time in nature or listening to music. For more ideas, check out this guide on how to weave mindful practices into your everyday.
To feel good, inside and out this year, start small and build up your gradual habits. These five lifestyle changes will make all the difference.
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