Put Some Spring in your Health Steps!

Spring has finally arrived- and I doubt we have ever been more excited to see it!  So it is time to awake from our Winter hibernation and start getting our bodies recharged for the New Season. Here are some Health Tips to get you started:
1.  Take a Daily Walk- After months of inactivity, its time to start exercising again and the best way to starts with a 10-15 minute daily walk at lunch time. Not only will it get you outside enjoying the spring flowers, but it will also get you away from behind that desk and  be a great stress reducer too!
2. Get to Gardening- Spring is a popular time for getting down and dirty in the potting soil. But not only does this activity make your landscape pop- it is also a great form of exercise.  Activities like planting bulbs, hauling mulch and pulling weeds can help to burn 250-350 calories per hour.
 3. The Early Bird catches the Worm- Studies have shown that people who wake up earlier are healthier than night owls who sleep the day away.  So take advantage of the earlier morning light which will give you a needed dose of Vitamin D while chasing the morning doldrums away.  
4. Flip those Mattresses and Change Those Pillows- Changes of Seasons are great times to remember to turn your mattress to prevent sags and soft spots. In addition, experts warn that after 5 years- up to 10% of the weight of our pillows is composed of allergic materials such as bacteria, fungi, mold and dust mites. So- if you can’t remember when your last changed your pillow, consider replacing yours with a non-allergenic cervical support pillow which will ease your neck pain while reducing your morning allergies.
5. Speaking of Spring Allergies…-  Spring rains not only bring the flowers, but they also create more sniffles and sneezes due to mold growth as well as pollen from grass, flowers and trees.  So- make sure to wash your bedding weekly, try taking evening showers to reduce pollen in your hair, wash surfaces and vacuum more frequently, and remember to change the air filters in your HVAC units. 
6. Enjoy Nature’s Bounty of Fresh Produce- One of the best rights of Spring is the emergence of fresh fruits and vegetables at the local markets. Exploring community based agriculture is a great resource for in season healthy organic spring greens , fruits, vegetables and eggs.  Check out localharvest.org/csa/ to find the local markets closest to you. 
Putting these tips into action will help you enjoy this beautiful Spring season more while making you healthier at the same time! For more information on any of these tips- feel free to contact our office or visit our website at www.newcitychiropractic.com.