2020 has been the year of many things, but putting our health first may be at the top of that list. Not one, but two vaccines are here, and hopefully getting one, will be a life-changer. In the meantime, we still need to think proactively about boosting our immunity and taking precautions to avoid Covid-19. "It's not over 'til the fat lady sings..."
We need to acknowledge the link between stress and immunity. Think about what you can do to lower your stress to stay healthy. Boost your immune system by adding more magnesium to your diet. There is a link between low magnesium and depression. Magnesium can hep suppress the release of stress hormones like cortisol. You can get magnesium in nuts,seeds,legumes, fortified cereals, spinach and other leafy, green veggies, milk and yogurt.
Exercise is another stress reliever. Whether you choose yoga, pilates, strength- training,biking, tennis, golf, running or walking - just move your body in a way that feels good to you so you can stick with it. Variety is especially good. If you haven't heard already, Peloton has an app for a wide selection of workouts that you do with your laptop,phone or even on your big screen tv with great instructors and you don't need a bike to sign up for the app! Better yet, if you have a Chase Sapphire card you can get credits to pay for the Peloton app. You Tube also has great workout options for free.
Now is not yet the time to let up on the protocols we've been practicing the past 9 months.Wash your hands frequently. Try not to touch your face often. WEAR YOUR MASK. Maintain social distancing and avoid large groups. We've come this far, with most of us staying healthy, keep using good judgement, don't let your guard down and stay safe. The sacrifice now will make a difference for all of our futures.
Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and a happy and healthy new year!
This is the second time in its 20-year run that Pantone picked two shades — the first in 2016, with Rose Quartz and Serenity blended together in the form of a gradient. Now, the color pairing goes boldly in two separate directions, starting with with Ultimate Gray — the natural, durable shade that also feels a bit weathered, like a rocky cliff or pebbles on a beach. Then comes Illuminating, a lemony-yellow hue that casts light, positivity, and visibility on everything in its path. Together, the shades reconcile a sense of strength, as forged over the past several months, with our hopes for an auspicious future. In the Institute's words: "The combination ... is aspirational and gives us hope. We need to feel that everything is going to get brighter — this is essential to the human spirit," the Pantone site reads.
