Get appropriate sleep. Sleep deprivation is unfortunately very common these days and it is very likely associated with our lifestyle. Quality sleep can be highly restorative both to the mind and body. If you are struggling to sleep, consider taking Sleep Tight Plus which works to induce sleep, enhance sleep duration time as well as quality of sleep without grogginess upon arising in the morning. (DoSe by VH, Sleep Tight Plus)

Light some candles and take a hot bath. A bath can be a ritual and should never be a task. It should be something that you enjoy experiencing rather than on your ‘to do’ list such as washing dishes and reading on the internet. Magnesium flakes will work wonders to relax the mind and the body and one’s that I often reach out for are BetterYou’s Magnesium Oil Original Flakes. (BetterYou, Magnesium Flakes)

Add some spices to your dinner or enjoy a warming spiced blend tea such as Pukka Winter Warmer Tea. When the temperature drops, introduce certain spices such as ginger and turmeric into your diet. These spices warm our bodies from the inside and at the same time provide numerous benefits which include aiding digestion and enhancing circulation. (Pukka Herbs, Winter Warmer Tea)

Moisturise your face, body and hands. A rich face moisturiser is a must for winter but your hands will also require some extra care. You should be washing them often to ward off cold and flu viruses but the cold, dry weather can cause cracked skin. Ergothioneine Hand Cream is a deeply hydrating and moisturising hand cream for dry hands and cracked skin.  (DoSe by VH, Ergothioneine Hand Cream)

Take some Omega-3 supplements. Omega-3 fatty acids play a structural role in the body, forming part of the membranes that surround every cell. These membranes need the right balance of fats to stay flexible and responsive, particularly in the brain and nervous system where communication between cells is constant. In winter, when cold weather, indoor heating and dietary shifts can all add to a feeling of dryness and rigidity, omega-3s offer a different kind of support — not hydration, but suppleness. (Bare Biology, Life & Soul Omega-3)

Try and get some light. Experts say that you need a special light to get rid of February Slump however if there are days when the sun is out then go out for a walk. This is not only a good form of exercise but even a small amount of exposure to the sun will help enhance your mood elevating vitamin D3 levels. It is still prudent to supplement vitamin D3 given the deficiencies that widely exist in the population at large. BetterYou Vitamin D 3000IU Daily Oral Spray is formulated to deliver through the soft tissues of the mouth for optimum absorption. (BetterYou, Vitamin D 3000IU)

Finally, let us be thankful that February is the shortest month of the year and we have just 28 days to get through before we head into March and all that it brings.

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