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Summer wellness Model, ambassador and wellness advocate Elyse Knowles shares her top tips for looking and feeling fantastic this summer.
W ho else is excited to say goodbye to winter and hello to summer? I am! Winter is not easy for many people, especially in terms of mental wellness. According to a report published by McCrindle (www.mccrindle.com.au), more than one in four Australians report increased irritability and pessimism during winter. Here are my favourite ideas for feeling positive, upbeat, supported and well-nourished as we move into summer - some may seem obvious, but it’s surprising how often we forget the simple basics!
3 Work out
Never underestimate the power of the natural endorphin hit you get from staying fit and being active: it’s guaranteed to instantly boost your mood. Always push yourself if you can. If you’re doing 20 sets of something, give 40 a go - or 50! Feeling ‘the burn’ might sting at the time, but it’s a short-term pain for a long- term gain. I find that when my body is strong and toned, my mindset is more balanced and I feel empowered.
4 Load up on veggies The antioxidant vitamins C and E prevent the free radical damage to skin cells that leads to premature ageing. If your skin is looking a little dull after winter, eat more antioxidant-rich vegetables like kale, spinach, red cabbage, carrots, sweet potatoes and pumpkin. I also recommend adding two teaspoons of Vital All-In-One to your daily green juice or smoothie - it delivers an amazing 78 ingredients, including antioxidants, prebiotics, probiotics, greens and high nutrient fruits and highly alkalising pea protein.
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