Establish Healthy Habits Now and Start the New Year Strong

It’s never too early—or too late—to start planning for a healthier tomorrow. Even though many people tend to take on a "New Year, New You" mentality, you don’t need to wait to turn a calendar over to adjust your habits toward a better wellness routine.

When you’re a part of Haleon Huddle, you’re one step closer to taking the path to wellness. Take a look below at some ways you can start improving your routines now to create a healthier, happier you.

#1: Improve Your Diet and Nutrition

Balancing your diet and adopting healthy eating habits can have huge effects on your overall wellness. The six essential nutrients everyone needs—water, vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats and carbohydrates—are used to power our body’s core functions. Our diets are the main way we get these nutrients, and small changes can make a big difference in keeping things running smoothly.

Ready to take some small steps toward better nutrition? Here are a few ways to get started:

• Start introducing more fruits and vegetables into your diet.
• Cut down on red meat and eat more lean proteins, such as fish, Greek yogurt, lentils, beans and poultry.
• Get more fiber and nutrients by choosing whole grains instead of refined carbohydrates.
• Fill in the nutritional gaps in your diet with a multivitamin, like Centrum Adults.

#2: More Thoughtful Oral Hygiene = Better Overall Health

Many people don’t realize how closely connected our oral hygiene is tied to our overall health. One of the most important aspects of our oral hygiene is our tooth enamel—the protective layer on the outside of your teeth. It’s an extremely hard substance that is constantly being worn down by the things we eat and drink.

There are several small things you can do to protect your tooth enamel, such as:

• Don’t brush your teeth immediately after eating. Water and saliva are better for washing away acids in food and drink, so let them do their work first.
• Use a straw when drinking acidic or sugar-heavy drinks.
• Visit the dentist regularly — prevention and early treatment are key for oral hygiene issues.
• Use a toothpaste that helps build up weakened enamel, like Sensodyne Pronamel Active Shield.

#3: Get Your Body Moving With Smarter Exercise

There’s no need to wait until after New Year’s Eve to get your body moving. Just a little bit more physical activity each day can have a positive impact on your physical and mental wellbeing. Setting yourself up to get more steps is a key way to push toward better physical health. Here’s how you can do it:

• Park farther away from your destination than you normally would; the extra steps make a difference!
• Encourage your family, neighbors, coworkers or friends to take walks together. Getting away from your screens for a bit is an extra perk.
• Get in the festive spirit with outdoor activities like ice skating or sledding, or get on the "Nice List" and shovel snow off your neighbors’ driveway or sidewalk.

All that extra work might make your muscles sore. Grab some Advil Liqui-Gels Minis for tough, on-the-go pain relief.

#3: Build a Better Gut Health Microbiome

There are hundreds of different types of microorganisms in our digestive systems, and that diverse microbiome helps keep our body functioning properly. Fiber plays a major role in keeping our gut health at its peak—here’s how you can get more fiber in your diet.

• Eat more fruits and vegetables, and choose fresh, non-frozen produce when you can.
• Whole grains, nuts and legumes like beans and lentils. are packed with fiber and other nutrients.
• Introduce a fiber supplement like Benefiber Prebiotic Fiber Sticks or Benefiber Prebiotic Gummies, into your daily routine.

It doesn’t take giant leaps to get yourself on the path to better wellness. Start taking just a few small steps, and you’ll be amazed at how quickly you start feeling happier and healthier. Let’s get started today!

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