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Whether you’re hopping between provinces or getting stamps in your passport, keeping your health in check is a key part of enjoying your holiday. If you don’t want a pesky flu, upset stomach or some other health issue to ruin your festive spirit, try some of these quick and easy health hacks.
Hydration = happiness
With all the festive fiestas that come up during December, it’s easy to forget that hydration is critical for your bodily functions. Whether you’re dealing with dry aeroplane air or sitting poolside with a drink that comes in a coconut, water will help regulate your body temperature, keep your joints lubricated and make sure your organs are functioning properly.
Don’t be a tummy terrorist
Nothing will wreck your period of rest and relaxation faster than spending your vacation on the porcelain throne. So be careful. Skip the tap water, steer clear of unwashed fruits, and play it safe with your food choices. You may be a thrill seeker but after a certain age, your stomach is not. Try out the local cuisine but with a side of caution.
GPs on speed dial
Health hassles don’t have to turn your festive cheer into fear. Telehealth apps can make managing your physical wellbeing as easy as tapping your screen. Arvind Raichur, CEO and co-founder of Eagle Intelligent Health, says, “telehealth ensures on-demand access to qualified professionals at the touch of a button. That makes it perfect for holidays because your GP is always in your pocket.”
Become captain clean
If the pandemic taught us anything it is the importance of hygiene. Kick germs to the curb by embracing the power of regular handwashing and some hand sanitiser. Given all the things we touch, especially while travelling, keeping clean will is the best way to keep your immune system in top shape.
Embrace the power of a nap
Get some sleep! Catch those Zzz’s like the ghosts chasing Pacman. It’s been a long year, and your body deserves a rest. What’s more, a rested body fights illness like a heavyweight boxer, whereas a tired body fights like a chihuahua.
Wherever direction the holiday wind blows you, make sure you stay healthy to have a happy festive season.