NHS Lincolnshire ICB is asking patients to invest in their future self this Self Care Week (14-20 November) by making small changes that can make a big difference.
Think Self Care for Life is about making improvements in your life to protect your physical health and mental wellbeing.
Follow these small steps to a healthier you:
- Get active; advice is to exercise for at least twenty minutes a day, it’s ideal if you can incorporate this into your day by ditching the car and walking to work, or walking the dog, taking the stairs or even dancing around the kitchen table to your favourite songs!
- Eat well. We all know that healthy eating is crucial to our health so we can start by swapping unhealthy snacks for healthy options such as nuts, seeds and fruit. Ask your pharmacist for advice on managing your weight.
- Make positive changes! Take steps to stop those bad habits that don’t serve you well. This Self Care Week make a plan to stop smoking, reduce your alcohol intake and get active! Your pharmacist can help with lifestyle changes such as weight management and stop smoking services.
- Rest. A good’s night’s sleep is as essential to our health and wellbeing as eating healthily and exercising so, make sure you get the recommended 7-8 hours a night!
- Stop! These days we lead such busy lives that we sometimes forget to slow down and stop. Find time in your day to just quieten your mind. Mindfulness or yoga might be helpful.
There has never been a better time to kickstart your health. Better Health is here with lots of free tools and support. You can also find simple ways to lift your mood with Every Mind Matters.
LetsMoveLincolnshire.com is a new digital platform, which encourages and supports Lincolnshire residents to be more active. Alongside the Activity Finder, the site features a range of content to inspire and encourage people to be more active.
One You Lincolnshire is here to help you get back to a healthier you with free weight loss, exercise, stop smoking and drink less programmes. They will support you to make small, sustainable changes to improve your health and wellbeing and live a longer, happier life.
During Self Care Week, and everyday Think Self Care for Life and make self-care your life-long habit.
Published 16/11/2022