The holidays are a fun time of the year. It is a time when people get together with their friends and family, enjoy each other’s company, and get good food. Unfortunately, this is also a time of the year when many people get sick. The good news is that you can keep yourself healthy by implementing the following ideas into your everyday routine.
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Get Enough Sleep
The excitement and business of the holidays can make it a lot harder for you to get the proper amount of sleep. However, chronic sleep deprivation can wear down your immune system and put you at risk of getting sick. That is why you should make it a priority to sleep for seven to eight hours every night.
Wash Your Hands
Practicing good hygiene is one of the key things that you can do to stop from getting sick. You should wash your hands frequently. Wash your hands before you eat a meal, after going to the bathroom, and after shaking someone else’s hand. You should also wash your hands before you prepare food. Twenty seconds is the minimum amount of time you should spend washing your hands.
Be Careful Around Food
The food is one of the best things about the holidays. However, not taking the proper precautions around food can put you at risk of getting sick. Make sure that all food is prepared properly in order to prevent food poisoning.
If you have any food allergies, then you should let the host of the party know. Additionally, do not eat any food if people have been coughing around it.
Use CBD Products (If Necessary)
The holidays can cause people to experience a significant amount of stress. It can also cause anxiety and depression. CBD is one of the products that you can use to give your mental health a boost. CBD products can help you relax, and they may also help you deal with chronic pain.
Put Boundaries Around Your Mental Health
Even though many people love being around their family, others find that it takes a toll on their mental health. People have different beliefs and ideas, and this can cause conflict. That is why it is important for you to set boundaries. Everyone has a different list of boundaries that they need to set.
For example, if you know that politics is a hot-button issue that you do not want to engage in, then you should tell your family that you do not want to discuss politics. If you have family members who ask you too many personal questions, then you should tell them that you do not feel comfortable discussing those things. Keep in mind that setting boundaries may require that you leave if a situation is making you feel uncomfortable.
Don’t Try to Do Every Activity
You may have a long list of activities that you want to do during the holidays. However, if you have too much on your plate, then you can quickly find yourself getting frustrated and overwhelmed. You should not feel like you have to do every activity. Shorten your to-do list and only focus on the activities you feel are the most important.
Eat Nutritious Foods and Limit Your Sweet Treats
You can indulge during the holidays, but you should still eat plenty of nutritious foods. Try to stick to foods like lean meats, fruits, and vegetables. You can enjoy sweets, but you should limit them.
Getting sick can ruin your holidays. You can stay healthy by eating nutritious foods, setting boundaries, washing your hands, and getting plenty of sleep. It is also important to set limits on the activities you do and be careful around food.
