Welcome to the 2024 Holiday Season!

Welcome to the 2024 Holiday Season!

Wishing the Happiest of Holidays to Family and Friends This Holiday Season!

The happiest time of the year can also be one of the most stressful times of year. Darker days and pending deadlines easily increase daily anxiety causing our bodies to feel haggard. While you are out making everyone’s day cheery and bright, it is important to remember to keep yourself well rested and hydrated.

Some of the best ways to help mitigate holiday stress include the following

  • Planning Ahead

  • Staying well hydrated

  • Keeping sweets to a minimum (difficult!)

  • Maintaining quite mornings

  • Keeping strict bedtimes

  • Planned and organized spending

  • Take personal time

Dehydration Symptoms

  • Elevated Thirst

  • Dark Urine

  • Dizziness

  • Fatigue

  • Dry Skin

Personal Hydration Tips

  • Keep a water bottle handy (flavor with lemons!).

  • Drink warm water and honey while waking up in the morning.

  • Incorporate water-heavy fruits and veggies into your winter diet (such as apples, grapes, and celery).

  • Avoid heavily caffeinated drinks that quickly dehydrate you.

We wish you Happy Holidays! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Now, bring on 2024, we are ready!

 

Additional Article Sources

https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/fend-off-holiday-stress-with-these-tips

https://www.verywellmind.com/understanding-and-managing-holiday-stress-3145230

https://www.va.gov/health/newsfeatures/2014/december/seven-ways-to-manage-stress-during-the-holidays.asp

https://www.stress.org/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwt_qgBhDFARIsABcDjOfDGAM-lqG8oOkKT9_-f7H8odfXAFqBZmU3yh0SA37Qa5pNurYF8_0aAo2hEALw_wcB

https://www.korwater.com/blogs/the-well/5-ways-to-stay-hydrated-over-the-holidays

https://wateranywhere.com/blog/tips-to-stay-hydrated-during-the-holidays.html

https://healthsport.com/how-to-remember-to-stay-hydrated-during-the-holidays/

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