4 Ways to Reduce Mental and Physical Holiday Stress in Texarkana

The holidays can be a very stressful time for many people in Texarkana… because of parties, get togethers, traveling, buying gifts, wrapping gifts and more!

Don’t stress over the holidays. Here are a few simple ways that you can make the Holidays a more enjoyable time!

1. Get plenty of rest (shoot for 7.5 hours of sleep a night). Loss of sleep will lead to more bad decisions the next day with increased sugar cravings. Sleep loss is also likely to cause you to experience more pain and inflammation.
2. Cut back on the sugar, desserts, and junk food.  Start right with a good breakfast that includes healthy fat and protein (eggs are a great way to start your day).
   It helps to fill up with extra vegetables, healthy proteins and fats to reduce temptation to jump head first into the holiday pies!
3. Move more… Go for a walk, play with the kids or grandkids. Physical exercise has been shown to reduce stress.
4. Don’t forget to see us at our Texarkana office to help reduce physical stress on your body!