Five Tips To Help You Survive The Holidays

By Dr. Angelina Riopel, ND

‘Tis the season where rich foods, cocktails and late nights are aplenty, yet we still need to look and feel our best!

Stay hydrated

Skip the morning coffee and try drinking plenty of lemon water or the Re-Hydrating Drink to wake you up. The dreaded hang-over is largely due to lack of sleep and dehydration.

Sleep well

Take advantage of early nights when you can and nap if you need to. This does help to make up for the late ones!

Increase consumption of green and antioxidant rich foods

Consume plenty of deep dark colored fruits and vegetables. If you have a juicer this is a great time to put it to use. Fruits and vegetables will help to keep your liver and digestion healthy, and anti-oxidants help to battle those free radicals that accumulate from the seasonal indulgences.

Try not to over do it

There are many events and family functions that will demand your time. Choose ones that will be enjoyable and won’t add unwanted stress to this busy time of year.

Have fun!

Enjoy the all deliciousness of this season – family, friends and holiday soul food! The new year will be here soon enough.

Re-Hydrating Drink:

Blend

2 sticks of celery

½ cup of spinach

½ cup of fresh pineapple

A coin size piece of fresh ginger

½ of a lemon juiced

1 cup of water

By Dr. Angelina Riopel ND|2013-12-10T10:50:07-05:00December 10th, 2013|Uncategorized|Comments Off

About the Author: Dr. Angelina Riopel ND

Dr. Angelina Riopel is a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, Ontario. Angelina began her studies in Melbourne, Australia at the Melbourne College of Natural Medicine obtaining a degree in health sciences, specializing in naturopathy. She is a member of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND) and the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND). Angelina has practiced in both Edmonton and Toronto and has treated everything from simple digestive issues to complex terminal illnesses. She has trained extensively in the use of IV Therapy for acute and chronic disease, and has a special interest in women’s health, hormonal imbalances, chronic fatigue and digestive health. By working through her own undiagnosed health concerns at a young age, Angelina learned the importance of listening to the body. She believes that the body is constantly communicating through symptoms, letting us know when we are in and out of balance. She is passionate about working with individuals to achieve internal balance and optimal health through mastering the basics of healthy living.

Five Tips To Help You Survive The Holidays