December 23, 2007 by Kavit Haria

Christmas Wellness - Five Tips

The festive period is finally here. “Have you done your Christmas shopping yet?” is probably the most common phrase everywhere in the UK. I don’t usually shop for anyone else at Christmas. If I do, it’s to take a bit of time out to shop for myself, although I haven’t got round to doing that yet for myself.

Christmas is a time when we indulge with our friends and family in all types of foods, drinks and games. Some people find it a stressful time with all the materialistic shopping, gift giving, luxuries and all. Others find it realistic. Yet others use it as a spiritual life-cleansing opportunity. However you use your holiday season, celebrate your “me” time and here are some tips to help you make Christmas well, inside and outside of yourself.

1. Keep things simple this Christmas. Engage in a few special meals and deserts, but monitor the natural element of what you’re eating and drinking. How processed is it? How much of what you’re eating has lost its raw taste?

2. Stay replenished. During Christmas, no doubt you’ll be feasting so ensure your body gets the minimum requirements it demands by being water-rich. Drink lots of water and eat lots of fresh fruits and vegetables.

3. Keep things in perspective. It’s only a few days of the entire year you are celebrating. Take time to review how the other 350-odd days went and what you’d like to do in 2008 to make this year even better.

4. Appreciation for what you already have. Many people lose track of their ego’s during Christmas. Watch where yours is and keep an eye on it. Be grateful for the people, things and ideas you already have; don’t focus on what you don’t have.

5. Have fun. You just can’t miss out this element.

What are you preparing for this year’s Christmas lunch or dinner?

Why not put yourself to the challenge and consider a raw menu? What’s on your Christmas 2007 Menu?

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