The month of December is usually interesting and fun-filled. It’s a season for festivities galore, but it’s also a time to think back on the year that was and looks forward to the one that lies ahead. It can occasionally also be a trying period due to the shorter days, the colder temperature, and the many activities. We’ve put together some self-care advice for December because we expect this year to be unusual.

Yash Birla examines what self-care is and why it is significant, as well as why it is even more crucial during the winter. We’ve also got 5 healthy tips for December suggested by Yash Birla that you can use to help make sure it is a merry month. 

Here are 5 tips for a healthy December and their benefits

  • Maintain Weight

You do not need to make weight loss a priority during the holiday season, even though it is admirable to want to lose weight. Therefore, rather than worrying and trying to lose weight, most health professionals advise people to maintain their weight over the holidays while appreciating the present moment of being with loved ones.

  • Keep Active

It can be really challenging to make it to the gym every morning due to the craziness of holiday schedules. Find alternate ways to be active rather than dwelling on missed workouts. Leaving later to do some last-minute shopping at the mall? When it is feasible, take action. Want to view the neighbourhood’s Christmas lights? Drive less and walk more. Take advantage of every opportunity to stay active during the holidays.

  • Do Not Skip Meals

Even though skipping meals could seem like a simple solution to reduce calories and keep in shape, it might be harmful to your health goals. But giving up your lunch break to have more time for the later holiday celebration does make sense. Therefore, coming starving can result in overeating and neglect, while drinking before meals can provide a stronger high and result in mindless munching (and probable embarrassment)! Eat a balanced diet all day long, paying attention to amounts and dishes, and maintaining your moderation throughout the party.

  • Indulge Without Overindulging

While indulging during the holidays is acceptable, going overboard might undermine all of your efforts to achieve your health goals. Only indulge in meals you actually appreciate, especially at a holiday party where there are tempting dishes at every turn. Start at the buffet’s healthier end and work your way down to minimise and sate your appetite and craving for sweets. Your cravings might have subsided by the time you’re ready for dessert, making you less likely to overeat.

  • Moderate Drinking

Moderate alcohol consumption is also recommended, along with limiting meal amounts and serving sizes. A bad morning can be caused by excessive drinking, which also adds a lot of calories to the alcohol itself and fuels stronger desires. Men should limit their alcohol consumption to no more than two drinks per day, while women should only have one, and should choose lower-calorie alcoholic beverages and mixers like light beer, wine, and spirits mixed with water, club soda, and more natural flavours like citrus fruits.

We hope that you include these 5 tips for a healthy December in your daily routine this month and prioritize your health in between all the fun.