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8 Tips For Planning A Safe Road Trip During COVID

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Now that some lockdowns have loosened, and quarantines have lifted in many locations, it could be the perfect time to get out and stretch, so to speak, and hit the open road. Carefully, of course. Let’s take a look at 8 great ways to make a road trip happen.

1.   Make A Definite Plan

Impromptu road trips are probably a thing of the past until this pandemic is more under control. This will be the most stressful and challenging part of your trip. Planning every single thing that you can plan for. This gives you a chance to plan alternates, also.

2.   Be Sure Of Cleaning Protocols Anyplace You Stay

Ask. Don’t assume, ask. This is incredibly important during the pandemic. You should be sure of their COVID cleaning protocols, just as they should. They should know exactly when things were last cleaned and sterilized, and if they don’t, stay somewhere else during your road trip.

3.   Keep Apprised Of The Cancellation Policies

Make sure any place that you are planning to travel has a good cancellation policy, that is as close to the day you leave as possible. If something changes, you will have more opportunity to regain any deposit that has been paid, or at least avoid the full charge if possible.

4.   Ready Your Ride

Make sure you keep your car sterilized and equipped for the constant task of keeping yourself clean. Make sure you have some backup masks, cleaning wipes, hand sterilizer, and maybe even some disposable gloves and mini garbage bags. This will be super helpful for your road trip.

5.   Plan Your Dining Carefully

I love to eat out, it’s one of my favorite things to do on a road trip but during a pandemic, things can get a little dicey. Be sure to research via reviews how local eateries are handling no-contact or low-contact deliveries or dining. Some restaurants are reopening as well, but you will probably find, just as I did, that there are certainly some establishments that are taking things casually despite the circumstances.

6.   Do Your Own Cleaning Job To Be Safe

I trust most housekeeping staff, but just in case they were a little overworked or spread a little thin on that shift, I’ll give the room and surroundings a quick once-over. Just with some wipes, I’m not talking about steam-sterilizing the whole floor. It will give you some peace of mind, and it will give you an extra layer of protection.

7.   Wipe Down When You’re Done

Not your surroundings, your belongings. Give a sanitizing wipe a tour around anything you have that may have been exposed, such as your shoes, laptop, suitcase, and so on. This makes sure that you aren’t bringing any pathogens with you to other destinations on your road trip.

8.   Have A Plan To Get Tested On Arrival

This probably won’t be an option or a need for everyone traveling, but in my case it was. I was going to be staying with my folks, and they’re both in their 60s and cancer survivors, so I didn’t want to take any chances. I made plans to get tested on my way into town and stayed quarantined until I heard back.

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6 Ways to Celebrate Your Birthday on a Budget

6 Ways to celebrate your birthday without throwing a big party

Most of us love our birthday. Particularly these days, when celebrating another solar return can be a pretty big deal. It only comes once a year, and it can feel like a personal slight not to go all out and spend a bunch of money on a party for you and a ton of people.

That’s the exact reason why learning how to pull the reigns back on your natal day spending can be a necessary evil. So you’ve got to learn some better ways to help those around you to celebrate such an important day, without spending a fiscal quarter’s worth of rent payments.

Don’t Spread Yourself Too Thin

Focus on what is really important, and try to cut out a lot of the other fluff. Once you know what is going to be the important experience or purchase this year, focus on that and invest in it. The benefits are two-fold, not only are you doing or getting something that you love, but you are going all in, and not skimping at all.

Stay Within Reach Of Home

Staycations are incredibly popular right now, particularly with the pandemic. To celebrate your birthday, find a local gem that you’ve always wanted to try, or go somewhere fairly local that you love and don’t get to visit often enough. Many people forget that you can have a great vacation by pretending to be a tourist in your own nearby big city. Jetsetting can get spendy, but staying local can let you use your resources more wisely.

Trailblaze

This past year or so has been the start of a ton of new traditions, as well as the end (or hiatus) of many other time-honored customs. Take this opportunity to create a birthday tradition that is uniquely you. This should be a way that you can personally set the day apart from the rest, maybe you just treat yourself to breakfast at your favorite diner. Make it yours.

Get A Birthday Deal

If you hunt around, you can probably spend your entire birthday doing and eating things for free. Check out birthday benefits for places that have birthday clubs and give you benefits like free coffee, burgers, ice cream, and more. Make sure you sign up before the big day, however, since some don’t offer the benefits on the day you sign up, or they require some approval process.

Hide Out Or Hand Out

Lots of people want to go out and be social for their birthday, and really party it up. But there is a growing number of people that find joy in small intimate gatherings and charitable giving. Maybe a fancy charcuterie date with your partner, maybe a date helping out in a soup kitchen.

Get Whimsical For Your Birthday

Feel free to give yourself a makeover or get a little silly for your birthday. Hair color you always wanted to try?  Love those little party poppers from the grocery store? Superhero-themed cake? Twinkly lights while you build a birthday blanket fort?

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Where to Travel After COVID? 25 Inspiring Escapes

Where to Travel After COVID 25 Inspiring Escapes

After being stuck at home for more than a year, things are finally starting to get better. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recently stated that those that are fully vaccinated for Covid are now cleared for travel. As things are opening back up, many people are planning their first vacation following the pandemic. With so many cool places to choose from, it can be hard to narrow it down to one place. Let’s take a look at 25 of the most breathtaking destinations you can travel to this year.

1. New Orleans

The “Big Easy” is best known for creole, Mardi Gras, Voodoo, and rich Cajun history.

2. Sydney

From the iconic Opera House to yacht-fill harbor, Sydney is full of diverse entertainment.

3. New York City

There’s never a dull moment in the Big Apple. Check out Times Square, the Statue of Liberty, and more.

4. Kerry, Ireland

If you’re looking for breathtaking scenery, the Lakes of Killarney and Carrantuohill are waiting for you.

5. The Maldives

Another great scenic destination is the white sand and blue water of the Maldives.

6. Edinburgh, Scotland

As the capital of Scotland, Edinburgh is known for the arts and festivals.

7. Tokyo, Japan

From museums and festivals to cuisine and sports, Tokyo has something for everyone.

8. Vancouver, Canada

This is the ideal destination for the outdoor adventurer. Camping, hiking, and skiing await.

9. Santorini, Greece

The most recognizable of the Greek islands, Santorini is known for its white buildings with blue accents.

10. Singapore

Singapore is popular for its tall buildings, bright colors, and clean streets.

11. Hong Kong

From lush parks to mountains to beautiful cultural diversity, Hong Kong would be a great vacation spot.

12. London, England

From the classic red phone boxes to modern marvels, there is a ton to do in London.

13. Barbados

If you’re looking for a Caribbean getaway, check out the beautiful blue waters of Barbados.

14. Seoul, South Korea

Full of culture, Seoul is perfect for those that are into fashion, food, art, or architecture.

15. Machu Picchu, Peru

One of the New Seven Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu is both breathtaking in beauty and history.

16. Lisbon, Portugal

Full of old-world charm, Lisbon is adorned with yellow trams, steep hills, and blue and white tiles.

17. Hawaii

Whether you want to relax and unwind or go on adventures, Hawaii is a great destination.

18. Beijing, China

Beijing is a wonderful vacation spot for anyone the loves to learn about history.

19. Las Vegas

Great for visitors of all ages, there is always something fun to do in Vegas.

20. Matterhorn, Switzerland

This is one of the best places for skiers.

21. Bora Bora

This is the perfect location if you want a romantic getaway.

22. Cape Town, South Africa

Your camera will get a workout with all of the gorgeous scenery, from the Atlantic Ocean to Table Mountain.

23. Paris, France

Perfect for anyone that wants to go for a second honeymoon.

24. Los Angeles

As the entertainment capital of the world, there is never a shortage of fun in LA.

25. Bali, Indonesia

From lakes and waterfalls to mountains and flower gardens, Bali is a great destination if you love a beautiful view.

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Home Trends Experts Say Will Dominate 2021

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As we make our way further into 2021, we are starting to see shifts in design trends. What was once considered a popular home style is being replaced with several new looks. If the start of the new year has left you feeling inspired to start fresh, why not tackle some of these house projects? Leading design experts expect many home improvement projects centered around these seven trends.

Cozy Textures

It’s no surprise that so much time in our homes has caused many of us to reconsider our past style choices. Though sleek and chic designs are beautiful, they aren’t always the most comfortable. If you’re going to be spending a lot of time in your home, you want it to be cozy.

We expect to see a lot more integration of ultra-cozy pieces. Some of the most popular trends you can expect are faux furs, Sherpas, and chunky-knit blankets. Adding layers of various textures can create the cozy feel that so many of us need in the midst of a pandemic.   

Dark and Moody Colors

Since we are seeing so many people tackle house projects during this time, it’s not a surprise that some experimentation is happening. Though dark and moody colors are a bold choice, there’s no better time to try something new!

If you aren’t feeling brave enough to paint your whole office in one dark color, there are many ways to balance it. You can consider adding a single dark wall or playing with color in a room with a lot of natural light. Designers say that dark paint can make a big impact, so it is often a risk with a huge payoff.

Multifunctional Spaces and Furniture

Many children are still learning from home, and many of us adults are still working from home. It doesn’t look like any of this will be changing immediately, so it makes sense that a lot of homeowners are looking for multifunctional spaces. These kinds of pieces can include desks that double as chairs and vice versa, bedrooms that double as home offices, and more.  

Even outside of a pandemic, transitional designs give you more flexibility. More homeowners are looking at this home trend as an opportunity to pick pieces that are as beautiful as they are functional. That means that they still add something to the room even when they aren’t being used.

Neutral Colors

For those who still aren’t sold on the moody tones, have no fear! Neutral is still sticking around this year. Specifically, we’re seeing a lot of warm undertones in our neutral colors.

This home style is perfect for people who are going for a more relaxing setting. With all that is going on in the world, it is more important than ever that our homes feel like an escape. Best of all, it is easy to add bold accents to neutral designs when you’re finally feeling ready to embrace some color.

Mixed Metals

Gold and brass have already started to make their way back into home improvement projects. Whether the accents are through fixtures, knobs, lamps, or other accents, the home trend has continued to grow.

Not everyone is ready to ditch every silver finish in their home, so we are seeing a trend of mixed metals. If you’re feeling even more adventurous, now is the time to try adding some copper to the mix as well!

Natural Materials

Along with neutrals, natural materials have been a popular home trend for a few years, but experts say it isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. The change is in the way the materials are used. Caning and wicker are used in new ways with lighting, window treatments, and more.

We can also expect to see more wood used around the home. Many people are adding their own modern twist to wood molding to add visual interest to their walls. In fact, this home improvement project is easy to DIY, but it makes a huge impact in elevating a space.

Get Started on Your 2021 Home Improvement Project

These home trends aren’t only the start of what should be an exciting year in interior design. We hope that this list has left you feeling inspired to experiment with your own house while spending some much time inside. You can also consider taking this time to increase your home’s resale value with these home improvement projects!

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10 Things To Do For a Healthy Relationship

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Healthy relationships are those where both partners work to keep the spark alive. When you know you’ve found your soulmate, you cannot expect the spark to be alive and the relationship to sustain itself without your contribution.

It is the simplest things you do to touch each other’s hearts that keep your relationship healthy, your bond strong, and your spark alive. This week, here are ten things you can do to strengthen your relationship.

1. Take Him/her Down Memory Lane

Do you remember how his/her heart fluttered when you first dated, with the long conversations, sizzling chemistry, an uncontrollable desire to be with each other always? If you remember one that thing that made your partner feel all this when you first met, do that thing this week.

Whether it was dressing up for them, planning a candlelight dinner for two, or a stroll under the stars, whatever it was, do it this week.

2. Plan ‘US’ Time

Have kids and life’s responsibilities keep you both too busy to spend time with each other. You’ll feel too tired to make a concerted effort to spend an evening all by yourselves. Arrange a nanny, clear your schedules and go for a long, romantic drive, or just plan a date at home. Rekindle that spark.

3. Just Talk

Have you stopped communicating as you once used to? Then make time this week just to talk and talk your heart away. Schedule a time for both, be there, and listen. Ask questions as your partner unloads and share all you have bottled up inside too.

4. Read With Your Partner

Do something meaningful together, such as reading. Enjoying the simple pleasures of life together builds a stronger bond and creates a healthy relationship. Imagine how much you both will have to share with each other after your reading session.

5. Plan a Treat for Your Hardworking Partner

Has your partner been working too hard lately without a break? Plan a treat to relax them this week. It could be a spa booking, a lavish dinner, or just a soak in the tub. Facilitate them to show you care about them.

6. Check-in With Your Partner

Has it been too long since you checked in with your partner regarding the different aspects of your relationships and lives? Try to catch up after work or when the kids are busy to discuss topics like housework, workload, financial management, future plans, etc.

7. Order a Bouquet and a Card

Sometimes, we fail to appreciate others for all the input they’re putting into the relationship. This week, make it a point to gift your partner a bouquet with a card to thank them for all that they do for you and the house.

8. Help with a House Chore

It’s not fair for one partner to handle all the home chores even if they’re not working in an office. It feels great to do simple home chores together because it shows you care for each other’s burdens.

9. Redefine Intimacy

If you have let all the pressures, stress, and responsibility of life decrease your intimacy, it is time to five that. No matter how busy your schedules may be, make time to discuss with your partner how you two can redefine your intimacy.

10. Shift Focus

Have your differences drive you two apart or distant lately? Address that issue this week. Discuss how you two can accept and acknowledge each other’s differences and work your way around them.

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Keep the Romance Alive in Your Relationship

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Nothing compares to the thrill, the excitement, the butterflies-in-the-tummy feeling of a new romance. Everything turns into moonlight and roses in your world when you have only begun dating your soulmate. But what happens once the newness of the relationship wears off and your spark begins to dim?

You make weekend plans-grand ones. You plan surprises for one another to rekindle the fires of passion and the thrill of romance. And here’s how you can do that:

1. Plan a Surprise

A surprise date? But you’ve already heard that idea so many times before. So what? It doesn’t lessen the thrill and excitement of coming home from work on a Friday night to a candlelit room and dozens of rose petals lining the way to a cozy romantic set up for two.

2. Make Reservations at His/ Her Favorite Restaurant

Who can ever not feel delighted at such an unexpected treat? If he/she is fond of steaks, lobsters, or pasta, treat them to their favorite restaurant this weekend.

3. Plan a Romantic Picnic

Nothing rekindles passion and romance more than a picnic in the woods or at the beach, or somewhere in the mountains. Some mouthwatering al fresco food and chilled beverages would complete the fun.

4. Explore Your Hometown

When was the last time you both turned tourists? Remember the fun of hopping through colorful streets, trying a dozen delicious street foods, and just sightseeing? Plan them this week with some hometown exploration.

5. Give them a Spa Treatment at Home

Trust us, lathering your beloved in essential oils, perfumed massage creams with candlelight rose petals, and soft music will turn up the heat.

6. A Dance Class For a Little Romance

Is there a weekend dance class for couples coming up? Book yourself and your partner for it. Some rock n roll, Zumba, or even Waltzing can sizzle up the chemistry.

7. Plan a Movie Night in Your Backyard

Do you have a cute little yard in your home? Well, turn it into a romantic, open-air theatre for two this weekend. Spend the night watching romantic movies under the star and live some magic of your own.

8. Organize a Romantic Treasure Hunt

Leave a trail of romantic, naughty love notes for your partner. Lead them to a surprise (you all decked up) as the treasure hunt surprise. You can let the mood decide the rest.

9. Dance the Night Away

No, you don’t need to head to a crowded club for that. Set your sound system up, dim the lights, and put your favorite songs on a roll. Then take him/her in your arms and dance the weekend away.

10. Cook them a Grand Breakfast

Why not surprise your partner with his/her favorite breakfast? Sacrifice your sleep on Saturday morning and whip up a batch of their favorite breakfast muffins. Present it in bed with a bouquet of roses to sweeten the treat even more.

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Simple Ways to Improve Relationships Each Day

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The real pleasures in life are not the grand, expensive gestures: it is in the simple ways you try to keep your spark alive. Often, we spend so much on giving costly gifts that we forget relationships thrive when there is an actual connection, bonding, and companionship between two people.

Even the best relationships can weaken if you do not nurture them daily in some way. Here are some simple things you can do at the end of each day to show the other person what they mean to you.

1.    Celebrate Small Moments

When you’ve spent considerable time with each other, you may stop valuing each small moment. It becomes too easy to overlook niceties such as a good morning or hugging the other before leaving for work or going to bed. These are the most important things of the day so savor each moment.

Do make it a point to greet your partner with a kiss each morning, do remember to hug them each time you spit for the day, and end the day with a warm goodnight hug.

2.    Bring Your Partner a Cup of Coffee

All it takes to melt the other’s heart is a cup of coffee they never asked you for. If you see your partner getting out of bed in the morning, be quick to prepare their favorite cup of java. Has she been working past midnight on an important project? Make her a mug of coffee.

Is he running late for a meeting in the morning? Hand him a cup on the go. Small acts like these serve as great reminders of love.

3.    Ask Your Partner Questions

Never end the day without asking your partner how it was for them. Do not nag but at the same time make them realize you want to be involved in their life. Ask a simple question: how his/her day was, is he/she too tired, did they remember to have lunch? Etc.

4.    Eat Dinner Together

Sharing meals together is the most intimate thing of all, but of course, that is not always possible when both are working professionals. However, try never to have dinner without each other. Even sharing simple meals together daily infuses tons of romance, love, friendship, communication, and bonding in the relationship.

5.    End the Day with an Undivided Attention to Them

No matter how busy you are or how demanding your career is, never let them sleep without giving some time to them first. Put aside your phone for at least the last thirty minutes of your day and devote all your time and attention to your partner.

You could just talk, cuddle or even watch t.v or listen to music together. Encourage each other to unburden if there is anything bottled inside or just devote quality time to one another in the day.

6.    Sleep at the Same Time

If you live together, try to make schedules compatible. Bedtime is the most crucial time for nurturing a relationship, and sleeping together is the best form of connection. Couples who sleep apart will lose out on a lot of essential factors in the long run. The moments of quietness, intimacy, and reconnection after a busy day all make for strong foundations for a relationship.

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Skincare Questions That Dermatologists Answer

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People ask skincare questions by the dozen and not surprisingly, considering how confusing the routines can be. Most people cannot be sure what skincare type is good for their skin type, what products help with what issues and so many other queries.

In this article, we will look at the questions people ask most commonly about skincare and which ones dermatologists have answered.

1. Is there a correct order for skincare routine?

The best way to use skincare products is in the order of thickness. For example, if you are a beginner in skincare, then you must start with a simple routine. Begin with a cleanser, moisturizer and sunscreen as you start your day. Then in the night, complete your skincare regime with a cleanser and moisturizer.

If you have a dry skin, then you may include a hydrating serum or face oil. For acne, you can opt for topical acne medication or even retinoid.

2. In skincare, what does AHA mean?

By AHA, we mean the alpha hydroxyl acids. These acids chemically exfoliate and we can derive them from plant sources, like grapes, milk and sugarcane. Many products read these lactic, mandelic or glycolic and each is a reference to the AHA family.

These acids are quite beneficial for your skin because they remove the dead cells and break through the glue-like substance holding the dead skin cells to make way for new ones.

3. What are the best products?

There really is no way to call a product the best, considering how every skin type is different. What may work wonderfully for a particular skin type may not work the same for another. Your oily skin may not respond to a hydrating serum as well as dry skin would.

The only way to find the products that work best for your skin is through trial and error. Start with basic and gentle products and slowly discover what your skin needs.

4. How to cure acne?

This is perhaps the most Googled of all skincare questions because acne is a widespread skin condition. Truthfully, there are dozens of different treatments and products for acne. The best approach is to visit a dermatologist first and come up with a solid plan for your acne treatment.

Also ensure you routine includes washing your face every morning and night and using chemical exfoliants like salicylic acid or glycolic acid  for exfoliation. You must exfoliate regularly with those to whisk all the excess oil away and prevent breakouts.

5. What is the best night time skincare routine?

The best skincare routine includes a good cleanser, a serum and moisturizer and a face treatment once or twice a week. This routine every night will suffice in keeping your skin in optimal condition.

In the end, it is important you talk to professionals about your skincare. Don’t count on the people around you and non-professionals for skincare advice. Whether you want to try a new product or are wondering how to get rid of a pimple on your face, let a dermatologist help you.

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Intuitive Eating – Here’s How to Start

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Intuitive eating is all about a non-diet approach towards your food. It focuses on building health-boosting behaviors rather than focusing on the scale.

It considers building a better body image and having a stronger connection with your food. Intuitive eating helps you make guided choices and acknowledge your internal cues. These include how you feel around food, fullness, and satiation after the meals and your cravings.

To help you transition smoothly to intuitive eating as a beginner, here is our short guide:

1.    It is not dieting

Intuiting eating is far from dieting, and you need to get rid of all those dieting jargon that promise quick weight loss. If you cannot rid your system of the belief in the dieting culture for weight loss, you will not discover intuitive eating freely.

2.    Hunger Acknowledgement

When you first feel the hunger pangs, do not ignore your body’s needs. It deserves to have sufficient carbohydrates and energy, and you must feed it adequately. When you underfeed or tend to starve your body, you reach a primal hunger state and end up overeating on impulsive food choices. Stop this!

3.    Social Media Detoxing

Stop allowing social media to glorify the thin and skinny physique of you. Thinness does not mean good health, but the idealized images have made this a perception.

You are better off without any source that promotes body dissatisfaction and a reed-thin figure.

4.    Don’t Apply Moralistic Value on Food

Part of living in a diet culture is how we tend to give it moralistic value. We associate all food items with guiltlessness and thinness or good and evil. When you categorize food as bad, you start depriving yourself of it and trigger biological cravings.

Do you know what the biological cravings result in? Binge eating, and then you go on a diet after that, and the vicious cycle continues. It is best to stop using moralistic terms for describing your food. Instead, try to eat everything in moderate proportions.

5.    Satisfaction factor

It would be best if you prioritized finding satisfaction from your food. When you’re eating, acknowledge the gift of existence and the bounty of nature before you. Be grateful for what you are eating and the abundance of food you enjoy. This will result in a high level of satisfaction and content after each means.

This will also help you discover just the right portion of food that brings this satiation level for you and the environment and setting you love to take your meals in.

6.    Make the Exercises You Love

In intuitive eating, you also need to change the way you work out. Instead of pushing your body for rigorous routines that the trainers insist upon, move the way your body loves. It doesn’t matter if the exercise is high-intensity or low-intensity; work out the way your body loves and finds comfortable.

Final Thoughts

Intuitive eating is all about forgetting the rigid, wrongly glorified dieting principles and forbidding foods to maintain a zero size. It is about eating freely and with gratefulness, in a way that benefits your wellbeing.

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Health Hacks – 10 Hacks That Prioritize Your Health

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Are you too busy to maintain a proper healthcare routine? No problem! We have ten health hacks to help prioritize your wellbeing, even when you’re too busy to do it yourself.

1.    Order Smartly

Alright, so you’re too busy to manage meal preps yourself. If ordering food is your only option, then the best thing to do is call smartly. Instead of opting for fried chicken and loaded fries on the menu, you should order an entirely veggie-based meal. You’ll get your nutrition portion while keeping the calories away.

2.    Carry Water Always

This much can fit in even in the busiest of schedules. Hydration is crucial for optimal health, and all you need to do is carry your water bottle everywhere. Choose as large a bottle as possible to carry so you don’t have to refill often. Install an app on your phone to remind you to drink water so you can stay hydrated.

3.    Find Healthier Food Services

 Instead of opting for restaurants, it would be great to contract food service for the month. You will find plenty who cater to special diets and prepare wholly nutritious meals. This way, even when you can’t cook or meal prep yourself, you know you’re only getting healthy meals.

4.    HIIT

If you can’t make time for a leisurely workout, then opt for high-intensity interval training workouts. This requires only fifteen minutes a day but burns calories aggressively while building muscles.

5.    Nutritious Snacks

You can’t have meals on the go invariably with a busy life, but you can indeed have nutritious snacks. Pack up nuts, granolas, and whatever healthy snacks you can grab and carry around conveniently.

6.    Don’t Stress Eat

If you’re busy and hungry, you must still remember not to stress eat. Practice some breathing exercises and make them a habit so that you relax significantly before you begin chewing. No matter how demanding your routine is, stress eating never makes for optimal digestion.

7.    Use Technology

There’s an app for everything these days, so why not use one to manage your health too? Use an app that reminds you to have a glass of water, reminds you of its bedtime, reminds you to work out, etc. This might be the motivation you need in a day to give your health some attention.

8.    Set a Boundary

No matter how ambitious you are, or how much of a kick you get from being a successful professional, you have to set a boundary. If nothing else, do it for the sake of your health. Do not let work overpower you to the extent where you neglect your nutritional and sleep requirements etc.

At the end of the day, you have life only if you have good health. Remember to prioritize your body’s needs before investing all your efforts, energy, time, and focus into work.