15 Autumn Wellness Tips to support your Holistic Journey.

The transition to the shorter and busier autumn days can present a challenge. To help make the adjustment easier, we have compiled 15 Autumn Wellness Tips to prepare you for the colder months and maintain your holistic journey.

1) Begin taking a Vitamin D supplement. Since we receive most of our Vitamin D from sunlight, our intake decreases when the weather becomes colder as we spend more time indoors during fall/winter. A Vitamin D supplement can enhance your mood and boost your immune system if you are not getting much outdoor exposure.

2) Dedicate some time to yourself. Autumn and winter serve as reminders from Earth, telling us to slow down. Start journaling or track your moods to become more in tune with your feelings.

3) Get your flu shot and schedule an annual check-up. This is self-explanatory! No one enjoys being bothered by sniffles, aches, sneezes, or coughs that disrupt daily life - yuck!

4) Strengthen your immune system by consuming plenty of water, practicing regular handwashing to prevent illness, and eating nutritious foods.

5) Prepare for Daylight Savings Time. Go to bed earlier whenever possible, especially during the week leading up to the clock change. More extended periods of darkness mean more prolonged periods of sleep!

6) Make plans for the colder months ahead. We need to engage in activities during winter to become active or isolated.

7) Moisturize your skin since harsh temperatures can lead to dryness. Remember that wearing sunscreen is still essential.

8) Purchase seasonal foods such as beets, broccoli, cabbage, eggplant, kale, pumpkin broths, roasted squash roots, and sautéed dark leafy greens - all excellent choices.

9) Stay active! It can be tempting to lounge around all day, but it's crucial to incorporate movement into your daily routine. Activities like raking leaves or shoveling snow count!

10) Dress in layers and protect your body from the dropping temperatures. Ensure you have gloves, a scarf, ear muffs, a winter coat, warm socks, and snow boots!

11) Engage in some "fall cleaning." Declutter your closet, organize neglected spaces at home, and rid yourself of unnecessary items.

12) Prepare your home for potential extreme weather conditions. Do you have a shovel and snow blower? Are the batteries of your flashlights functional? Is your heating system working correctly?

13) Find books to read and shows to watch. Nothing is better than sitting by the fire on chilly winter nights with a good book or binge-watching Netflix.

14) Maintain a schedule. The cold months may seem long and push us towards isolation. Stay on track by scheduling time each day for activities that bring joy.

15) Be kind to yourself. The holidays may lead to weight gain; shorter days can affect mood; flu season can result in sickness. Listen to your body's needs and refrain from being too hard on yourself! Try reframing negative thoughts into positive ones.

Fall can be an excellent time to reset your holistic clock and focus on your daily needs to maintain a healthy lifestyle. All of the suggestions above will support solid oral health and make your visits to see us even more enjoyable.