Health – Budget boosting health tips

Are you using the excuse “it’s too expensive” as a barrier to prioritising your health?   

In a time when the cost of nearly everything is going up, I want to let you know that to optimise your health, you don’t need to spend a cent.

In fact, some things that you can do for better wellbeing will actually save you money.

Here are five actions that will be positive for your health, but not impact your wallet: 

• Go to bed before 10pm: This is so simple and yet very powerful. The hours of sleep before midnight are deep and restorative, so the earlier you get to bed, the earlier your body can get to work doing all the important jobs: tissue repair work, detoxification, hormone regulation, brain regulation and immune system strengthening to name a few. Great sleep helps your body regulate the hormones that control appetite, which will help reduce those afternoon sugar cravings.  

• Drink at least 6-8 glasses of water per day: This is something many people struggle with, but increasing water intake can make such a difference to wellbeing. Water helps transport nutrients and oxygen to cells in the body and is important in maintaining optimal digestion and energy levels. Increase your water intake, and every joint and organ in your body will thank you – especially your kidneys. 

• Stop snacking: Snacks are adding to your grocery bill and potentially your waistline too. If you eat proper meals with an optimal balance of protein, carbohydrate and healthy fats, you should be able to last 4-5 hours between meals, without needing to snack. If you are getting hungry between meals, increase the level of protein or healthy fats with your meal and see if that makes a difference. 

• Meal planning: Creating a meal plan for the week will ensure you go to the supermarket organised and are less likely to spend extra money on emergency shopping trips or takeaways. Home cooked food is always the best option when it comes to sticking to a healthy nutrition plan or budget. 

• Daily movement: It is essential that we get fresh air and challenge our muscles every day.  You don’t have to do a mammoth workout at the gym either. Just get in the habit of going for a 20-30 minute walk each day and you will feel better.

Small changes can add up to big results and investing in your health has never been as important as it is now. Don’t let the fear of extra costs stop you from taking action and making health and wellbeing your priority.