Healthy Holiday Recipe
By: Suzanne Swearengen, DOM, AP
Recipe for a Healthy Holiday:
Statistics show that stress increases during the winter Holidays. The added responsibilities and commitments can create a demanding schedule. This leads to a compromised lifestyle with poor eating and sleeping habits. Healthy food choices take a back seat to favorite holiday goodies at work, parties, and family gatherings. Longer days with less down time infringe on sleep. After a short time the body starts to weaken, leaving a persontired, irritable, and more susceptible to colds or flu. To fend off the effects of stress and avoid being a scrooge, incorporate the following recipe to help maintain sanity and health during a potentially hectic season.
Blend together daily:
- 8+ hrs sleep
- 50+ oz. water
- 2 Vegetables with every meal (variety is key)
- 1 Daily multi vitamin (preferably liquid or chewable)
- 1000mcg of B12 for added energy
(for added mood balance substitute with a B-Complex)
Add:
- 20 min. Exercise
- 10-20 min. quiet time with Aromatherapy(pine, sandalwood, or lavender)
- Family timewith sit down meals
- 4 Apples sliced and tossed with cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg to ward off Holiday snack attacks.
- Top off with a total body purification and cleanse in January.
For added zest:
- Try an Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Massage, or Spa treatment.
- May be enjoyed into the New Year.
