Day 6: Give yourself the gift of fibre, vitamins and minerals. Enjoy 6 servings of veggies or fruit today.

Did you know that vegetables and fruit are naturally good for your health? Not only do they contain vitamins, minerals and dietary fibre, they are also generally low in fat.

Day 7: Give yourself the gift of stress release. Perform 7 minutes of stretching.

Feeling as stiff as the gingerbread man? Stretching increases blood flow to your muscles and aids with range of motion. Dynamic stretching, gently moving ‘through’ the stretch will keep you limber during the work day. Try turning your head from left to right, shoulder circles and leg or arm swings.

Day 8: Give yourself the gift of hydration. Drink 8 glasses of water.

Today we raise a toast to the humble glass of water. Staying hydrated can help reduce fatigue and memory loss while boosting your immune system and improving your complexion. Cheers to that.

Day 9: Give yourself the gift of an energy boost. Set out for a 9-minute power walk.

Get your holiday hustle on, and power walk yourself away from the mid-afternoon slump. Even short walks help improve brain function, increase heart health and ease depression.

Day 10: Give yourself the gift of a quiet mind. Take 10 deep breaths.

Help transition from work time to down time using abdominal breathing exercises. Place one hand on your chest and the other on your belly. Take deep breaths through your nose all the way to your diaphragm, slowly exhaling through your mouth, and rediscover the holiday spirit

Day 11: Give yourself the gift of connection. Schedule 11 minutes with a friend or family member.

Don’t let the busy holiday season distract you from those most important to you. Make time this evening to connect with loved ones. Even virtual connections are a boost to our health.

Day 12: Give yourself the gift of inner peace. Practice 12 minutes of meditation.

You have filled your days with 11 strategies for wellness, and now take 12 minutes to find your inner zen and drift off to sleep.

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