Wellness at Christmas 2021: How to take care of your health at this time?

Christmas 2021 is here, bringing with it the joy of the holidays, as well as the appreciation of the value of being with family.

This is a time when the tendency to break restrictions is common, leading to secondary health care. An aspect that, nowadays, should be a priority, especially due to the stalking of the new Omicron variant of COVID-19.

Some tips to take care of your health at Christmas

In general terms, health is the fundamental pillar for the support of the body and the mind. Without it, the simplest activities cannot be carried out normally.

Nor is it possible to enjoy, much less treasure those pleasant moments together with loved ones.

Currently, more than 65% of people worldwide neglect their well-being after the holidays.

The false belief that a strict regimen is urgent to become aware of your health completely diminishes the desire to take care of it. However, the reality is different; It is possible to follow a series of simple guidelines that are not scrupulous:

Face shields in tight spaces

If the celebration takes place in a confined area, the most advisable thing is to use a mask.

While it is true that it can be annoying, the long-term health of both your own and that of family, friends, among others, is much more important.

Social drinks

Accidents due to excessive alcohol consumption are common during the Christmas celebration. Therefore, agreeing to social drinks without exceeding the limits is the ideal.

The evening will go by just as well and the moments lived can even be better memorized.

Rest continues to be transcendental

The human body requires at least between 7 or 8 hours of rest at night to be able to replenish energy. Organizing Christmas activities in advance will help to respect this rule, without having to consider it as a strict rule.

Respect disease processes

It refers to the fact of not resorting to self-medication for any reason.

In the development of the festivities, the consumption of non-prescription drugs to reduce symptoms of any disease can trigger consequences.

Do not give up the exercise

Being immersed in an exercise routine is an activity that can be interrupted at Christmastime. Playing sports or any physical activity is possible if the organization is prioritized.

In turn, it is a decision that will have a favorable impact on the prevention of chronic diseases that affect the future.

Main diseases that you should prevent at Christmas

Each one of the recommendations already described are essential for the prevention of common diseases at Christmas today. Applying them correctly, it is a fact that you will not have to deal with:

1. Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)

It is the predominant respiratory pathology to date. It is the cause of pandemic restrictions worldwide and responsible for millions of infections around the world. Although its mortality is low (0.5% to 1%), it is advisable to avoid it at all costs.

2. Gastritis

At Christmas, excessive consumption of fast food, highly processed and seasoned, is common.

Exceeding the limits in this step can lead to acute inflammation of the mucous layer that lines the stomach. If the respective provisions are not taken, it will evolve into a chronic stay.

3. Gastroenteritis:

After gastritis, it is the most common digestive system health problem at the end of the year festivities.

The entire extension of the intestine will be unable to perform its normal function of absorption of nutrients and compaction of stool. Therefore, it results in diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and even fever.

4. Poisoning and allergic reactions

Prolonged intake of alcohol and other harmful substances give free rein to this scenario. In turn, dishes served without sufficient cooking or with specific seasonings, act as causative agents of allergic hypersensitivity reactions.

5. Hypertensive crisis

Blood pressure care, especially in specific patients, is vital at Christmas. Reducing the use of salt and keeping cholesterol at bay will represent a great strategy.

Don't neglect your mental health at parties, either.

Mind care continues to be taboo in society, but its importance is key. According to the World Health Organization, a complete healthy state depends on biological, psychological and social well-being.

In retrospect, the psychological and mental component is affected by the holidays. Normally, they are dates where stress of different types (family, technological, financial...), can alter the panorama.

Among the successful measures to drain stressful feelings is proper planning in general. With it, you discern between what can and cannot be done, putting together a budget, as well as doing all the Christmas tasks in advance.

In this way, the load and tension will progressively decrease; however, do not forget to visit the psychologist for a professional orientation. As a result, your mind, body and social component will be well aligned.