#HealthHacks #HygieneTips #WellnessTricks
Are you tired of feeling sluggish and unproductive? Do you wish you had known about simple hacks for better health, hygiene, and wellness earlier? Well, you’re in luck! In this article, we will dive into some game-changing tips and tricks that will improve your overall well-being. From boosting your immune system to enhancing your mental clarity, these hacks will leave you wondering why you didn’t discover them sooner. So, let’s get started!
## The Importance of Health, Hygiene, and Wellness
Before we jump into the hacks, let’s take a moment to understand why prioritizing health, hygiene, and wellness is crucial for a happy and fulfilling life. These three aspects are interconnected and play a significant role in our overall well-being. Here are some reasons why focusing on health, hygiene, and wellness is beneficial:
### Health
– Improves physical strength and stamina
– Reduces the risk of chronic diseases
– Enhances immune function
### Hygiene
– Prevents the spread of germs and bacteria
– Reduces the risk of infections and illnesses
– Promotes overall cleanliness and hygiene
### Wellness
– Enhances mental clarity and focus
– Boosts mood and reduces stress
– Improves quality of life
## Health Hacks You Wish You Learned Sooner
Now that we understand the importance of health, hygiene, and wellness, let’s explore some hacks that will revolutionize the way you take care of yourself. These tips are simple, effective, and easy to incorporate into your daily routine. Here are some health hacks you wish you had known sooner:
### 1. Stay Hydrated
Drinking an adequate amount of water is crucial for maintaining good health. Dehydration can lead to fatigue, headaches, and poor concentration. Aim to drink at least 8 glasses of water per day to stay hydrated and energized.
### 2. Practice Proper Hand Hygiene
Proper hand hygiene is essential for preventing the spread of germs and bacteria. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds to reduce the risk of infections.
### 3. Get Moving
Regular exercise is key to maintaining a healthy body and mind. Find an activity that you enjoy, whether it’s yoga, swimming, or jogging, and make it a part of your daily routine.
### 4. Get Plenty of Sleep
Sleep is essential for overall health and well-being. Aim to get 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night to recharge your body and mind.
### 5. Eat a Balanced Diet
A nutritious diet is crucial for good health. Include a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins in your meals to fuel your body with essential nutrients.
### 6. Practice Mindfulness
Mindfulness practices, such as meditation and deep breathing exercises, can help reduce stress and promote mental clarity. Spend a few minutes each day practicing mindfulness to improve your overall well-being.
### 7. Take Breaks
Sitting for long periods can have negative effects on your health. Take regular breaks throughout the day to stretch, move around, and give your body a break from sitting.
## Conclusion
In conclusion, taking care of your health, hygiene, and wellness is essential for leading a happy and fulfilling life. By incorporating simple hacks into your daily routine, you can enhance your overall well-being and achieve optimal health. Remember to stay hydrated, practice proper hand hygiene, get regular exercise, and prioritize self-care. These small changes can make a big difference in your health and well-being. So, what are you waiting for? Start implementing these hacks today and feel the difference in no time!
OMG! Buy a VERY good mattress! It will be expensive but you have to do it. College should be the last time you ever sleep on a bad mattress. After that buy your own nice one or at least a great topper if you are not allowed to change it.
If you have a hotel and think “that was an amazing night sleep”, reproduce that at home.
Ask the front desk or look at a frequent flier website and figure out the mattress.
Buy the sheets. Get nice window treatments.
Sleep well ladies! Trust me.
White noise and progressive muscle relaxation help a lot with insomnia. Sleeping headphones help a ton.
PEE AFTER SEX.
I know most people know this but I cannot stress this enough. PLEASE NEVER put soap into ur vagina (it’s self cleaning) but rather… wash around it with soap. The other day I had a conversation w a senior and they said they wash their insides with soap and I just knew that sh- bad 😭
Oh also I have to tell my fellow young young strangers please look up what healthy discharge looks like. They don’t teach that during sex Ed and I walked around with a yeast infection for 5 months and had to be on meds for almost a year for it to get better.
Not eating breakfast. I know it’s controversial and doesn’t work for everyone. But I grew up hearing how important it is to eat breakfast every day so I was always making big healthy breakfasts like oatmeal with blueberries and peanut butter or eggs with avocado toast. At some point I stopped – not on purpose but I was in a a very overwhelming relationship that upended my daily routine.
I realized that when I don’t eat breakfast, I think about food less, I don’t get as hungry throughout the day, and I eat less overall. Maybe something to do with blood sugar. When I do eat breakfast on a daily basis, I wake up thinking about food right away. Food is just a bigger focus in my day. I find myself wanting an earlier lunch and then by noon I’ve eaten 1000 calories.
It’s helped me lose weight effortlessly and maintain it more easily. I enjoy not thinking about food as much and my attitude has shifted more towards “eat to live” instead of “live to eat.”
I’ve always showered at night by ever since I was a kid and it’s the best thing ever. Showering and cleaning away all stuff of the day right off. You just feel so much more relaxed and relieved. Makes getting ready for bed time like a little treat.(I tried showering in the morning fucking hated it) plus keeps your pillows clean for longer so not so many breakouts.
Antiseptic/antimicrobial soap for body odor. Clean the pits with this and I could swear all day and no BO. It can be drying so I don’t recommend on the whole body or at least follow it with a good body oil.
Body oil all the way right after the shower while you’re still wet. Skin will be so smooth and delicious.
Microfibre towel for the hair. Helped reduce hair loss and helps dry the hair so much better.
Hair oil right out the shower put some on hair will help silky smooth and healthy.
I’m not lactose intolerant but I stopped consuming a lot of dairy idk just happened naturally and my skin improved a lot. Plus oat milk is not bad it’s pretty yummy.
Greens tea. I love matcha but just green tea in general is very good.
I also stopped using social media years ago and I’ve never had such great peace of mind. You give less fucks, you feel better about yourself, you’re just free.
Finding something to help express yourself. I always loved legos as a kid and was like fuck it I want some and now I’m so happy just building my little legos. Plus sketching and painting it doesn’t even have to be good just to have fun and make something.
lol getting my dog, I fucking love her.
Oh and therapy, really does help. I love it.
If you need chap stick and don’t have any, just rub your finger where your nose side is and your cheek. It’s oily and gross but you can put it on your lips and it will fix your cracks.
Not washing your hair as frequently will actually help it build up tolerance to being dirty and your scalp will stop producing so much oil over time.
I spent most of my teens and twenties terrified of leaving my hair unwashed for more than 24 hours because it constantly was greasy. Someone told me it was doing that because my scalp felt the need to produce oils more rapidly since I was always washing it away. Left my hair greasy for a few days at a time and now I have a wonderfully non-oily scalp for at least 48 hours in a stretch.
The ultimate thing that comes to mind automatically:
When you drink, even if you’re drunk af and all you want to do is crash onto your bed when you get home : fight the alcohol and force your brain to drink water, eat, brush your teeth and if you have absolutely no motivation or mental strength for a shower at least pass some water onto your body. I no longer deal with hangovers anymore and can actually go on with my day, wake up at my natural hours as if I never went out the night before.
Dry brushing my skin, all over!
We all know that dead skin cells don’t allow moisturizer to absorb. I started dry brushing in my thirties and 30+ years later my skin is so soft. I wish I could say it helped me with wrinkles, but sadly it has not.
Giving my hair a vigorous brushing before I get in the shower gets rid of all the loose hairs so they don’t end up in the tab drain.
I was one of those people that rarely drank water. I thought people were exaggerating how much drinking lots of water helped pretty much every aspect of health. They were not. My skin is clearer and less dry, my muscles are less tense, my stomach feels better, it’s great.
If you have flimsy fingernails that crack and break easily, gel manicures will protect them. You can get a cheap DIY kit online for like $40 and you don’t have to have long elaborate nails, you can just do some clear builder gel and clear top coat over your natural nails and you’re set. I don’t like having long nails but mine would break and tear down to the quick even if they weren’t longer than the end of my fingertips, it was so frustrating.
Get your bloodwork done and check your thyroid, vitamins, and hormones. Adjust your diet and supplements according to deficiencies.
Washing my hair 1-2x a week rather than daily, only shampooing my roots and lathering twice
Tongue scraper and electric toothbrush is a game changer for oral health
KP scrub and Cerave SA cream makes a huge difference with razor burn and ingrowns
Washing my face every night, keeping my skin care simple and wearing sunscreen every day
Pumice stone to scrub my feet + lotion before socks
Lotion mixed with body oil on my whole body after every shower (recently I’m liking Palmers)
Lots of water
Probiotics
Get blood work to see if you are deficient in anything (vitamin D made a huge difference in my life)
Therapy
I’ve been drinking bone broth with ginger and tumeric in the mornings and it helps my nausea and keeps me full until lunch, which has helped with weight loss. Plus it has collagen and protein
Yellow lightbulbs for lights during wind down time. Or at least yellow tinted shades or blue blockers to block that blue light. It is super stimulating and will contribute to sleep issues.
Body oil then body lotion on top of it after the shower
Skincare for all of your skin, not just your face. My face routine is definitely more labor intensive, but using a gentle acid on the areas I get acne on my body (butt, back, underboobs, etc.) has been a game changer. A plus is that a gentle acid also helps with ingrown hairs and BO. And then following up with lotion afterwards to keep your body skin hydrated. I have KP and this has made A WORLD of difference.
Skin toner for dry face skin. I used to be a flaky, combination skin mess, but now I’m all good! Thank you, Ulta employee!
* Food grade naturally non-comedogenic cooking oils are as good as some luxury brand moisturizers and in some cases even better.
* Showering at night means I slip my clean body and hair into clean sheets, keeping my bed hygienic and adding more time to sleep in in the morning. Obviously if you are someone who perspires at night or sleeps with your pet dog this isn’t as good a time to shower
* Limiting sun does more to protect your skin and slow down the appearance of aging than any combination of diet and beauty products; all my night owl and goth and indoor friends look many years younger than they are and the joke is that they have vampire longevity but the reality is they spend less time in the sun, or less time without protectrion
* Don’t brush very wet hair
* If you struggle with hydration, still keep trying to drink more fluids, particularly plain water, but you can also supplement by eating more water-rich foods and meals (soups, fruit)
* If it’s safe for your eyes it’s probably safe to put on your lips, but check…not so much the opposite
* Flossing is more important than brushing, but do both often and never immediately after a largely citrus or acid-heavy or sugary meal or drink; wait at least an hour after these types of meals
* It’s not enough to smell good by just focusing on your body… your bed, your carpet, your clothes all need to be clean too; you can bathe every day and brush those teeth, but if you leave food out in rooms to rot even a little or don’t clean up after your pets, you will smell badly and it will incorporate itself into your hair and clothing fibers
Hydra sense nasal spray! Clean out those mucous holes ladies! Post nasal drip is smelly.
If you have any long term issues breathing through your nose, go to an ENT, even if it seems minor. Issues with that can cause sleep issues, headaches, sinus infections, etc. and your quality of life really improves once you get it sorted out.
Quitting drinking. I made the decision to commit to long term sobriety and I just wish I’d done it sooner. I am so in touch with myself and discover more about who I really am, what and who I really love, more and more each day. My body thanks me, my mind thanks me, and the earth thanks me. I used to say therapy was the greatest gift I’ve ever given myself, but nah, not anymore. An alcohol free life is the best gift I’ve ever given myself.