Allergies are conditions that result from the immune system’s hypersensitivity to a number of substances. The substances are harmless but the bodies have a negative reaction leaving one with reactions like sneezing, congested nose and itchy feelings. Allergies can leave one uncomfortable or even sick and there is need to at least avoid the things that lead to the reaction. The good news is that there are simple natural ways that help curb the allergies.

Try natural remedies

You may have tried different types of medication to help reduce on the effects of allergies. But,did you know there are herbs that can help. Garlic is a must have in the kitchen and research shows that it can help reduce on allergies. Butterbur is well known for allergies and migraines. Other remedies include stinging nestle leaf, rosemary and turmeric. Consuming any of these herbs from time to time can help reduce reactions.

Simply avoid allergens

Small particles in the hair or clothes are enough to give you sleepless nights because of allergies. Ensure you wash once you come back home. Take a shower, have the clothes washed or kept far and shoes left outside. Also, whenever the weather does not seem so right, just have the windows and doors locked.

Protect yourself

If you find yourself in a situation where you are likely to be exposed to allergens, just protect yourself. You can purchase a mask to reduce on the amount of air that you are exposed to. Some masks block up to 95% of foreign particles from going into your body.

Mind your diet

Eating healthy is a sure way to prevent many health challenges including allergies. Try and include fruits and vegetables in your meals. Oranges and apples specifically have proved to be a good shield against this hypersensitivity.

Drink enough

Have enough to drink, get juice water or coffee to be around all the time. Whenever you are faced with any form of congestion, take plenty of warm drinks. A hot cup of coffee comes in handy during cold weather; this can also apply when you experience simple congestion. The drinks help de congest the nasal passage while steam from the hot drinks reduces the sneezing.

Cleanliness can help

A dirty room can cause someone with allergies to react. The simple dust particles are enough to cause a long sneeze. The best way is to have the rooms cleaned properly. It is important to have filters when cleaning or have somebody else help you out to avoid any reactions.

Understand your triggers

Most people have learnt to conclude for themselves on what triggers their allergies. Truth is it could be a mere assumption. Have an appointment with the doctor to carry out tests and show what the problem could be. By so doing, you can learn to stay away from the triggers or minimize them in your environment.

Allergies can be a challenge because the reaction is usually instant. It is important to have an environment that is safe. However, in situations where the symptoms persist, just consult a doctor. Relieving the symptoms may not mean treatment and there is need to get medical attention.

Mothers face various tests after delivery and keeping fit is one of those hurdles. Whether trying to lose weight, maintaining it or keeping fit, it can be overwhelming. Moms need a lot of support in adjusting to the new role while remaining in fine fettle. Even though it seems difficult, keeping fit after delivery is conceivable, and if you fix a few things, you can be sure of being healthy. But what are these ways that can aid mothers back to their strong bodies. Here are a few tips to consider.

Let it be gradual

After birth, the abdominal muscles are usually weak and there is need to take it slow. Don’t start immediately on vigorous exercises but take it step by step. Walking around should be the first and easiest way to help you keep fit. You may feel anxious to go back to the normal self, but it can be risky as the body is still recovering, take it slow for your safety. If the delivery was done through a caesarean section, it will take longer to recover. There is no need to rush, be patient and you will soon be there.

Take enough naps

Research has shown that sleep helps in avoiding weight gain and sometimes leads to loss of weight. Taking naps at intervals can help moms after delivery lose mass. Since the little one needs attention, take a nap whenever the baby sleeps so that you are not deprived of sleep. Proper relaxation also helps in the general welfare of the mother leaving her fit.

Stay active

Nine months is usually a very long journey for mothers and after delivery one may be tempted to stay inactive for some time. It is natural but staying active is very vital during this time. Have simple walks around the compound to ensure the body becomes firm. House chores that require little or no bending are encouraged since the mother may still be fragile.

Involve the baby

The easiest way to exercise is to involve the baby. Since vigorous activities are still not encouraged, take a walk with your baby on the stroller. Besides bonding it gives the mom a chance to exercise without going to the gym.

Just breastfeed

Breastfeeding has proved to be one way of burning calories. Even women who do not anticipate losing weight have slimmed down because of breastfeeding. So, ensure exclusive breastfeeding for the good of the young one and you as the mother.

Eat healthy

During pregnancy mothers have a tendency to avoid certain foods. Others, because they cannot handle while some do it for the good of the baby. After delivery, it is enticing to eat all sorts of food. However, it is important to have a balanced diet to avoid weight gain. Foods with too much calories need to be dodged or minimized.

Keep a positive image

Even if you may feel that the body has changed, avoid judgments that make you feel bad. It is easy to feel weird if someone in the public gives you that look (the suspicious one). Never mind they could be looking and not seeing you anyway, so hold your head up and be happy. Being healthy and fit depends on a number of subjects and each effort counts.

Drink enough

Have adequate to drink to warrant your body stays hydrated. The body needs a lot of fluids to avoid drying and feeling dizzy. Breast milk is 90% water so you need enough for milk production and to keep you hydrated. Research shows that drinking water helps you fill up and increase your metabolism. Water is that important.

Avoid dieting

Skipping meals is not advisable for a new mother. In most cases, this leads to weight gain in the long run. Have meals as usual. In fact, you can have simple healthy eats with you like bananas to consume from time to time.

Consult a nutritionist/dietician

If you realize that you are gaining weight, talk to a dietician for advice on the best foods to help in losing weight. The nutritionist may have better knowledge on what foods to avoid as a new mom. Remember what you take affects the baby, so you need a professional advice if required.

Avoid alcohol

Alcohol of any amount into the body is not wise while breastfeeding. First, the drink has a way of ending up in the milk. If you are to consume alcohol, give time between drinking and the next feeding to reduce on the level that the infant consumes.

On the other hand, alcohol adds calories yet provides no nutritional values to the body. Whether having simple wine, or hard drinks, alcohol should be avoided.

Join a community

If you have a chance to meet a group that you share interests, join. It could be online or face to face. People who joined groups when losing weight tend to have faster results than individuals. The aspect of encouraging each other works well for most women.

Avoid processed foods

Processed foods have added sugar, fats and this may not work well in case you are trying to lose weight. The foods have less fiber and can be addictive. If you are trying to keep fit and have a healthy body, these foods need to be avoided.

Have realistic goals

Losing weight is possible but one needs to put in effort and some consistency to realize any results. Unlike other situations, new mothers have other challenges that may hinder them from losing weight. Whatever option you choose, let it be a realistic one. For example if you like processed foods and alcohol, it will be hard to have a healthy body. So, set viable goals and follow them religiously.

Keeping fit after delivery depends on a number of factors. What works for someone else may not help you. Most important is to try and practice these tips for better results. Discipline is important for any results to be achieved. Since “no dieting” is unadvisable, eating well and having plenty of drinks can lead to better results.

Remember the famous quote “Without health, life is not life; it is only a state of languor and suffering”. By Francois Rabelais

Living a healthy life is not an option but something everyone dreams or wishes for. Most of the time it is considered hard or unachievable but truth is, the simple daily norms lead to a robust life. It may not cost much; in fact most healthy practices are free. From the moment you wake up, have breakfast, and rush to work, the way everything is done determines how healthy you convert. It is not just about food.

But what are these simple things that can lead someone to a healthy life? Are they achievable? Let us have a look at what you can actually do on a daily basis to help improve your well-being.

Just smile

Smiling is a simple action that costs nothing, not even little energy is required to put on a smile. However, scientists have proved that a smile can make someone feel better by lifting a bad mood. A smile brings the feeling of actual happiness thus improving someone’s well-being. In fact, intended smiles change the brain chemistry with people building trust on people who smile often. So, is there a better way to have an improved life than a simple smile, it costs nothing and takes no effort. Please learn to put on a smile.

Make sharing a habit 

Away from sharing is caring punch line, there are many ways to share into a healthy life. First, most people are faced with situations that lead them into depression. It is said, a problem shared is half solved.

Any time you feel weighed down with a situation; share it with a friend or a close family member to help get it out. Discussing will help reduce pressure from your side.

On the other hand, it is satisfying to share what you have with other people. Spending time with others has also proved to be a simple therapy for many people. It is the small simple things done the right way that greatly improve our lives.

Guard your thoughts

The mind is a powerful tool and can easily destroy or build a person. When faced with challenges, negative thoughts have a way of building up in the minds. The best way to chase them out is realizing and replacing them with better thoughts immediately. Once a negative thought comes in, get a better one to think about. By so doing, the strenuous power of negativity is reduced leaving you with a better life.

Learn to forgive

As minor as it may seem, forgiving reduces the load in your mind. Whenever someone wrongs you, find a reason to forgive and forget. It actually benefits you more than anyone else. The urge to revenge or just thinking about who wronged you harms and forgiveness releases you of many problems.

Create time for nature walks

Even with the busy schedules, creating time for “you” is the best thing to do. Try and have some nature walks from time to time. Walks in the park, or zoo have a way of giving someone a soothing feeling. As you sit relaxing under a tree or passing by nature, learn to appreciate and congratulate yourself for simple steps in your life.

Eat healthy

This is a very broad discussion but one thing is for sure, eat a balanced diet. Vegetables and fruits are easy to forget and taken as an option but have those in every meal. Our bodies will complain immediately we forget minding what goes into the body. The physical or psychological well-being depend on what goes into the body.

Learn to manage stress

Stress is inevitable in the current society with all the pressure around us. However, if not well managed it can strain you and leave a long lasting problem. It is important that you understand how to handle a stressful situation without affecting your health. Anything that you cannot solve just let go. As for challenges with solutions, act immediately but by all means, avoid stress.

Exercise

Our bodies need to be fit from time to time. If you do not have time for gym, have simple indoors exercises. You can try to skip a rope, do press-ups and sit ups even for thirty minutes a day. A strong body is a good means to a healthy life.

Do what you love

Taking time to do what we love is a sure boost to our well-being. Our hobbies are usually things that make us happy and give us the satisfaction that we need. Take time and do what you love on a daily basis. The satisfaction transforms into a better life.

Be yourself

The world has proved to be very competitive in every aspect. It is natural to want to flow or at least fit in the ever changing trends and styles. However, this can have a negative impact on someone if not checked. Learn to be yourself and remain focused. If you find yourself moving with the flow, it can be draining and lead to a stressful life.

Balance your boat

Have a balanced life. Take time to meet people and socialize. Control your finances and ensure a strong physical body. Most people forget to have a spiritual life, yet it is the engine of our well-being. With a balanced life, a healthy wholesome individual is guaranteed.

Having a healthy life is a big investment but the good news is, it can be achieved. It is important that you check the daily routine, the food, the thoughts and lifestyle for a strong life. There is a plethora of advice out there on living a good life but the truth is it depends on an individual. Take time to do what you love, how you love and be yourself. Eat healthy and have a few exercises from time to time. If you incorporate the good practices into the daily routine, it is easier to have an improved life at no cost. So, why worry, have the best in your life.

Thanks for joining me!

Good company in a journey makes the way seem shorter. — Izaak Walton