1. Technology Drives Wellness Trends

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Get ready to wear your Apple Watch a lot this year! Technological devices like it are increasingly popular and are great for monitoring and tracking performance in physical activities, sleep, calories burned, stress levels and much more. Through the watch it is even possible to control health issues such as hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and obesity, monitoring activity levels, heart rate and blood pressure.

2. Sports-specific yoga for everyone

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The practice of yoga is becoming increasingly popular, and now instructors are developing new exercise and meditation practices specifically for those who play different types of sports, such as golf, running, and even dance. Whatever your sport, there is a yoga class to help stretch out overworked muscles and balance body and mind.

3. Breathing – a tool anyone can use at any time

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Have you ever paid attention to how you breathe? Few people are aware of and take advantage of the power of their breath. The use of ancient breathing techniques like pranayama – can increase energy, reduce pain, increase creativity, improve focus, improve work performance, balance the nervous system, strengthen the immune system, boost morale and even reduce stress.

Ujjayi breathing on the other hand – an audible breath that is inhaled and exhaled through the nose – is a mood booster that reduces stress and increases concentration and focus.

5. Plant-based meals on the daily menu

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Vegetarian and vegan food are increasingly invading people’s plates, with tastier, healthier foods that bring benefits to themselves and the environment. Many are even opting for the “Plant 5-2 Diet” – five days a week of only plant foods and two days of meals with animal products. The result? This type of eating includes weight loss and lower risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers.

So what wellness trends will you adopt for your 2023?

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Thus, the sexual wellness movement emerged, a wellness trend that promises to revolutionize. This movement is focused on female pleasure – free of taboos – with products and services that impact female sexual well-being, thinking about women’s health and other aspects of their lives.

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“The goal is to normalize conversations, especially when they involve health, so we can understand our bodies and relationships.”

“The goal is to normalize conversations, especially when they involve health, so we can understand our bodies and relationships.” – according to Lilit, a brand created by women who seek to revolutionize female intimacy. 

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If for many years talking about sex and female pleasure was secretive (and even uncomfortable), the trend now is to invest in self-esteem and sexual well-being, knowing that this has a direct impact on physical and mental health, and even on relationships with yourself and others.

What did you think of this movement?

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Last year, due to the pandemic, we had to reframe the moments of self-care and well-being, thinking about the health of the body, mind and soul. With this, we decided to share some habits to include in the routine, which are ideal for moments of rest.

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Every habit requires a few days of adaptation before it can be inserted once and for all into a routine. Studies show that we need 21 days practicing a certain action, before it becomes a habit.

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1. Turn off screens at least 1 hour before going to sleep. The light from screens before bedtime is bad for our eyesight, but also for our brain, since exposure to blue light can affect your internal biological clock and alter your circadian rhythm.

2. Write about your feelings. Sometimes we can’t express what we’re feeling to another person, so having a little notebook, almost like a diary, can be a good alternative to pouring out your words. Before going to sleep, take a few minutes to reflect on how your day went and to relieve anxiety.

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3. It may sound silly, but breathing deeply and slowly is a simple habit, but it helps with self-control when something seems off. The paused breathing communicates to our brain that it is time to relax. Notice: the feeling of well-being is immediate.

4. Take care of your body’s skin. Sometimes we focus only on skincare and forget that the body also needs some specific care, such as hydration and even exfoliation. Both are great allies for skin renewal and hydration. Exfoliation helps remove dead cells and improves the texture of the region, while the moisturizer restores the water lost by the skin, leaving it soft and silky.

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So, what habits do you have in your self-care routine? I’m already getting ready for a complete relax moment before bed. Goodnight.

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To be effective at killing germs, it’s recommended to use a quarter-size dollop of hand sanitizer—which means you can cover your entire hand and all of your fingers. Unfortunately, the alcohol ratio in an effective hand sanitizer makes it quite drying and gives off a strong scent (the CDC recommends an ethanol alcohol formula to be greater than 60% to kill germs). But some hand sanitizer brands have added essential oils to help neutralize the smell and create a more pleasant experience (so you don’t walk around smelling like Purell). They may also contain soothing ingredients like aloe vera and vitamin E to help counteract the harsh alcohol and keep your hands a bit more moisturized.

Shop Hand Sanitizers:

Tony Moly

Aloe Chok Chok Hand Sanitizer – $3.00

Touchland

Lavender Power Mist Hand Sanitizer – $12.00

NCLA

Hands Clean Hand Sanitizer – $8.00

The Cleaner Soul

Rejuvenating Hand Sanitizing Serum – $12.00

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So if you’re searching for a hand sanitizer that you won’t hate using, make sure to check the label for ingredients like essential oils, aloe vera, vitamin E, and marula oil. This will indicate a more pleasant-smelling formula that’s less drying. However, alcohol content will still be high so be sure to follow up with a good hand lotion to keep your skin from feeling too dehydrated. And whenever possible, opt for washing your hands with soap and hot water over hand sanitizer—it should be used only when real hand washing isn’t an option.

Shop Hand Sanitizers:

Nudestix

Anti-Bacterial Hand Sanitizer Gel – $7.00

Sol de Janeiro

Brazilian Touch Hand Sanitizer Spray – $10.00

What’s your favorite hand sanitizer? Let us know in the comments below!

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But what is there to do when insomnia strikes?

Insomnia can be caused by a myriad of things, from caffeine to alcohol to medications to allergies and back pain (which makes getting to the root of the problem somewhat difficult).

Luckily there are many natural sleep remedies to help you relax and drift off when you’re having one of those restless nights. Below are 6 of the best (and easiest!) solutions to combat insomnia naturally and help you get the sleep you need for optimal health.

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Aromatherapy: Scents like lavender and valerian are known for their relaxing properties, so adding one of these essential oils to a diffuser or humidifier before bed is calming.

Meditation: Whether it’s practicing stillness, mindful breathing or some light yoga and stretching, meditation in any form helps clear your mind and put your body at ease.

Journaling: Writing down your thoughts in a notebook or journal before bed is a great way to empty your brain and create room for rest.

A hot bath or shower: Warm water helps reduce stress, so a nice hot bath or shower before bed will put your body in relaxation mode almost instantly.

Tea: Warm tea before bed is ultra-soothing, and blends like Chamomile calm your nerves and promote relaxation.

Tinctures & Supplements: Taking supplements like magnesium or adaptogens like ashwaganda are known to reduce cortisol and help your body calm down. Tinctures like CBD can also be added to water or tea for a boost of relaxation.

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What’s your favorite natural sleep remedy? Let us know in the comments below!

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When applied topically, CBD is anti-inflammatory and can help minimize aches, pains, and sore muscles—which is why it can currently be found in everything from balms to moisturizers to serums to deodorants and hand creams. CBD has taken the beauty industry by storm and there are now an overwhelmingly large number of options to choose from. If you’re looking to add a CBD-infused product to your beauty routine, there are a few brands (highlighted below!) with a combination of buzz and great customer reviews to look towards while you start your search.

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Lord Jones is one of the most well-known CBD skincare brands out there and they offer a wide range of product options to fill whatever area you’re looking for, with their body lotion being one of the most popular. Saint Jane is another popular brand with beautiful packaging and high-quality ingredients—their serum is said to visibly calm redness and clear blemishes. Clean beauty brand Kopari just added a few CBD-infused products to their signature coconut oil-based offering, with people particularly loving the CBD Recovery Balm (said to soothe and relax sore muscles). Lab to Beauty is another beloved CBD skincare brand with a wide range of products—from hand sanitizer to bath salts. Even classic brands like Kiehl’s now offer serums with cannabis-derived ingredients to target redness and calm complexions. Whichever brand you choose, it’s ultimately a personal preference of whether CBD skincare is right for you.

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Have you tried CBD beauty products? What did you think?

Let us know in the comments below!

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1. Get enough sleep: This one sounds obvious, but sleep is the time when your body rests and rebuilds. Eight hours is the most commonly recommended amount, but everyone is different so always listen to your body and do what feels best for you.
2. Get your vitamins and minerals through whole plant foods: Whole plant foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts, and legumes are full of the vitamins and antioxidants your body needs to help fight off illness. Plus they contain the fiber your body needs to keep things moving along and prevent the buildup of toxins. Citrus fruits like oranges and grapefruits, cantaloupe, mango, and other fruits are high in vitamin C and fiber, so those are a great addition to your diet.
3. Take a vitamin D supplement: Most people are vitamin D deficient, and especially right now when we’re spending more time indoors. Vitamin D helps your body maintain a healthy immune system, fight off infections, and regulate your mood, so making sure you’re getting enough is extremely important.
4. Exercise regularly: Moving your body is not only good for your mood (hello, endorphin rush!) but it has anti-inflammatory benefits that boost your immune system. 30 minutes of exercise five days a week is recommended, so go for a walk or run around your neighborhood if you’re able or tune into some of the many IG live workouts brands and trainers are doing right now (check out @revolve or @trainwithdanny‘s live workouts for an amazing sweat session).
5. Eat fermented foods or take a probiotic: Good gut bacteria helps your body to flush out invader organisms, so eating foods rich in probiotics or taking a supplement is key. Fermented foods like yogurt, kimchi, sauerkraut, and kefir are full of good probiotics for a healthy gut microbiome.
6. Stay hydrated: Another one that may sound obvious, but making sure you’re drinking enough water is key for regulating your body temperature and flushing toxins. Water doesn’t help fight off germs, but dehydration can make you more susceptible to illness. It’s recommended that you drink 8 eight-ounce glasses of water daily, and if you have trouble keeping track try using a water bottle with a water tracker to keep you accountable.
7. Manage your stress levels: Long-term stress promotes inflammation (which weakens your immune system and has been linked to chronic diseases like Alzheimer’s), so managing it through activities like exercise, meditation, journaling, and yoga is important for overall health.

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What’s your favorite way to boost immunity? Let us know in the comments below!

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