Use the Winter Months to Replenish and Strengthen Your Phsyical Reserves

The winter solstice will be here shortly.  The solstice marks the official beginning of winter.  Some view this to mean that the days will now begin to get longer as they anticipate the end of winter.  But don't miss the value of intentionally using this season to better your health.

Winter has a powerful impact on life.  Things literally shut down around us.  We are forced to spend more time indoors, regardless of outdoor activities such as skiing, skating, or snowshoeing.

By using the extra time indoors for rest and more sleep, you can help replenish and strengthen your physical reserves.  Sleep is a critical part of staying healthy.  Adequate sleep can affect your memory, cardiovascular health, immune system, emotional well-being, and weight.  And not surprisingly, getting good sleep impacts the level of performance in whatever you do.

Sleeping more is a natural thing to do at this time.  Use the shorter days as "permission" to nap, go to bed earlier than usual, and perhaps sleep in later.  Getting an appropriate balance of rest right now can support your overall health.

Karen Giles Acupuncture