Longer days and warmer weather... Spring is in the air! And just like you’d spring clean your home, why not spring clean your wellness ritual too?
With the change in season sparking fresh starts, now’s a good time to begin new, healthier habits, prioritise daily movement and eat more wholefoods to nourish your body.
Ready to see how you can spruce up your everyday routine? Here’s 5 simple ways to spring clean your way to wellness.
1. Practice mindful eating
If you’re someone who likes to scroll through Instagram or smash out emails while you’re eating, it could be sabotaging your digestion. During mealtimes, aim to put down your phone, close your laptop and focus on the delicious food in front of you. Paying attention to the smell, taste and sight of your food play a crucial role in stimulating your digestion to do its job.
After some sustainable cutlery to get you through mealtimes? We’ve got you covered with Green + Kind’s Bamboo Cutlery Roll-Up Set. It also comes in a convenient, travel-friendly linen pouch – perfect for those day trips away, and when you’re on the go.
2. Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate
Water is essential for good health. Not only can it help support energy, but it can also help flush out toxins, regulate temperature, improve skin complexion, maintain regularity, and even combat cravings.
Did you know that your body’s signs of hunger and thirst are pretty much the same? Staying hydrated is key to keeping these signals clear. When you don’t drink enough water, your body might think it's hungry when it’s really just thirsty! One simple way to boost your hydration is by keeping a reusable water bottle handy. It’s a great investment in your health, helping you stay refreshed and energised throughout the day.
We love reaching for Cheeki’s Reusable Water Bottle – perfect for ensuring you get in your daily H20. This stainless-steel favourite is a great choice for you, and our planet too.
3. Eat more wholefoods
We said it before, but we’ll say it again – a healthy diet filled with wholefoods is a great way to keep your body nourished. And while balance is key, adding more plants to your plate is a great way to welcome more energy, better sleep and brighter skin (just to name a few!).
And don’t forget your healthy fats! This could be avocado, nut butter, olive oil or tahini dressing, which ensures you are absorbing vitamins A, D, E and K. These fat-soluble vitamins need fat to be properly absorbed by the body.
And of course, getting in our protein is just as important too – ideally combining legumes and grains to obtain all the essential amino acids. This could be lentils, rice, beans, seeds, or quinoa.
Eating more wholefoods can be easier than you think – just be sure to reach for options you genuinely enjoy, and you’re good to go.
On your next produce shop, remember to wash your fruit and veggies! Koala Eco's Natural Fruit and Vegetable Wash removes residual pesticides, oils, waxes, agricultural chemicals and leaves no aftertaste.
4. Move your body
Physical activity isn’t just good for your body – it’s good for your mind too.
When you exercise, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. These chemicals may leave you feeling happier and more relaxed! Even something as simple as a daily walk around the block or a quick 15-minute workout can do wonders for your mood...not to mention your waistline. Physical activity helps increase blood flow to the digestive organs. It also strengthens the muscles in your digestive tract to help with bowel movements and may also combat stress.
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5. Snack smarter
Snacking often gets a bad rap but done right, it can actually be a great way to get a wider range of foods into your diet. Rather than being limited to three main meals, try spreading out food into smaller, more frequent meals. This allows more food and more variety, leading to fewer pesky cravings! Try ensure each snack has a balance of carbs, healthy fats, and protein.
Smoothies are an easy and convenient way to get an extra hit of nutrients into your day. Adding a high-quality plant-based protein powder to your smoothie will help make your smoothie more filling, so you’ll stay satisfied longer. Just be sure to choose a protein with low/no sugar and clean ingredients.
Amazonia’s Raw Protein Slim & Tone is designed to support a healthy metabolism, help reduce cravings and support detoxification in the body. It’ll also help curb your sweet cravings.
