The last thing you want to think about this winter season is dehydration and dry skin. After all, you’ve got a lot on your plate already.
But beware of the blistering chills of winter, as it can stealthily suck the moisture out of you!
Being dehydrated isn’t as obvious as we’ve been led to believe. You can be dehydrated and not feel thirsty. You also won’t notice the droplets of sweat that regularly leave your body.
No matter the season — but especially in winter — drinking water is essential. It should be added to the top of your health priority list — primarily because it helps your body function efficiently.
Need further convincing? Here are the top reasons I always recommend increasing your water intake during the year’s coldest months.
Elevates Immune System
A drop in temperature may cause your body to feel tired and weary, making you more vulnerable to certain illnesses — such as the flu and common cold. Water delivers a boost to your immune system, primarily because it carries out oxygen — which is essential for your body’s system to operate. It also allows waste products to be cleared more effectively.
Weight Regulator
The blistering cold can affect your body’s activeness, and we sometimes opt to sit down and eat more. If you are not drinking enough water, your body will hold on to the remaining fluids, which can contribute to weight gain and puffiness.
A proper intake of fluids can flush out the excess water, and help break down fats and transform them into energy. This is helpful especially when we feel worn out. Use that energy to move and groove around the house!
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Warming Up!
Drinking sufficient amounts of water can help regulate your core temperature. If you feel chilly, water is your best friend! Go with warmer water if cold is too much for you.
As the temperature drops, we want to mitigate any health problems that can arise during this season. After all, winter is a time for us to feel the warmth and love of our friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors too!
Stay safe and healthy everyone!
Dr. Z
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Puppy Paw Print Ornament DIY
It’s that time of year again — where we desire to purchase (or create) fun and meaningful gifts for family, friends, and co-workers. This year, get your fur babies involved with my DIY puppy paw print ornaments.
This is a super easy and fun project that even the kids can take part in creating.
I hope you enjoy this one!
Puppy Paw Print Ornaments
Ingredients:
· 1 cup salt
· 1 cup all-purpose flour
· 1/2 cup water
· Parchment paper or aluminum foil
· Straw/pen for punching a hole
Directions:
· Preheat oven to 200 degrees
· Mix the salt, flour, and water in a bowl until it becomes firm
· Knead the dough for 30 seconds
· Cut out individual circles with a round cookie cutter or drinking glass
· Gently press your dog’s paw into the dough
· Use a straw to create a small hole at the top
· Bake at 200 degrees in the oven for 2-3 hours or until completely dry. Once cooled, grab some acrylic paint to decorate
Dr. Stephanie Zgraggen – a chiropractor and clinical nutritionist, is the director of Lime and Lotus Healing Arts Center in Charleston, South Carolina. She is also an author and leading expert in women’s hormones and health. Her private practice is centered on functional endocrinology, lifestyle modification and whole food supplementation. Her expertise includes functionally evaluating thyroid, adrenals, male and female hormone imbalances, and digestion. Her mission is to empower women to transform their lives naturally to balance their weight, energy and get their sexy back! She has written for national publications such as Chiropractic Economics, Natural Awakenings and Nutrition Perspectives and has shared the stage at events with Elizabeth Gilbert and Marianne Williamson. For more information on Dr Z and her programs and services visit –
