5 Simple Habits For A Healthier Fall
By Sam Petragnani
This article details simple habits that you implement into your daily routine as the temperatures start to drop.
1. Eat seasonal produce
The fall season means it’s pumpkin season. Cook meals with nutrient-rich produce like pumpkin, butternut squash, apples, and sweet potatoes. Also, produce is cheaper this time of year; take advantage and start making fall-seasoned meals for your friends and family.
2. Staying active outdoors
Walks and hikes during the fall season boost your mood and health. Get out there before it gets too cold!
3. Prioritize a consistent sleep schedule
Our bodies naturally adapt to the circadian rhythm when days get shorter or longer. With the fall season, days slowly start to get shorter, and this naturally shifts morning and night alarms to an earlier schedule. Prioritizing a consistent sleep schedule will help us stay on track for a healthy week.
4. Practice good hand hygiene
As temperatures go down, so can our immune system. Washing your hands and using hand sanitizer will help fight off those colds and other bugs during the fall and early winter season.
5. Nurture your mental health
Again, with the shorter days, people begin to lose motivation or lose energy throughout the day. Stay connected with friends and family to combat the darker days.
**Please keep in mind that Sam is not an expert and these are suggestions based on research. Please take the suggestions with a grain of salt and to your own discretion.**
-By Sam Petragnani, Dreissig Apparel Inc. Marketing Intern