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In many cases, the global pandemic has caused the health and well-being of many people (who have not been physically affected by the virus themselves) to take a nosedive. Health experts are very concerned about issues they're seeing pop up with many of their patients, including weight gain, sleep issues, mental focus, increased use of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs, depression, skipped health screenings, and missed health treatments.

Here are some ways to re-organize your health and well-being, as we continue navigating through these uncertain times.

1) Be active: I'm not going to argue the point of whether you should go back into the world or stay at home. But I do highly recommend you stay active in both cases. The more sitting there is, the more health problems are going to arise. Exercise every day, for at least an hour. Even so, don't only get up during that hour you're exercising. Be active throughout the day...walk, go on the treadmill, take a group fitness class (at a facility that is going the extra mile in taking safety measures), go for a swim, clean your house, do some yardwork...anything that gets your heart pumping many times throughout the day.

2) Assess what you're eating: 'In a poll of more than 1,000 U.S. readers of WebMD, nearly half of the women and almost one-quarter of the men said they'd gained weight due to COVID restrictions.' No doubt. My Facebook feed has been literally filled with pictures of food being offered, curb-side pick-up, by local restaurants trying to stay afloat. People are eating more processed food than ever. Many people who were cooking at home, had more time to cook more elaborate meals and baked goods. There is even a name for this that went viral...the Quarantine 15 (referring to the 15 pounds many people have put on during this pandemic). It may sound cute...but for many, what seems as innocent as some extra pounds can have detrimental issues such as heart attacks, diabetes, etc. Stress eating has also been a huge issue in the past few months. Now that it's summer, it's an excellent time to get back on track. Count calories. Be sure the calories you are eating are nutritious ones. Limit sweets. Make healthier choices if you eat out or get take out. Think salads and fresh vegetables. Assess your pantry. If it's filled to the max with chips, cookies, and other 'goodies,' it may be time to consider a clean-out.

3) Be social: One thing I've heard over and over through this pandemic is, 'I haven't left my home' or 'I haven't seen a person since mid-March.' Yes, we should be social distancing, but being in complete isolation can be not only sad, but downright depressing. In fact, I hate the term 'social distancing' because it implies we should not be social. A better term would have been 'physical distancing.' So, if you're choosing to remain home, it's important to 'be' with others who don't live with you, through video conferencing or Facetime or on the phone. Don't allow the kids or teens to stay holed up in their rooms. Eat family meals together. Play a game or assemble a puzzle. If you're choosing to go back out into the world and you're feeling scared about being with others, perhaps go on a walk with a friend...wear a mask, walk on opposite sides of the street. You will still be with them...just not so close.

4) Avoid mental stressors: We have enough to worry about without adding to our stress by engaging in heated arguments on social media. Plus, the news is great for news, but too much of it (especially editoral news) can be overbearing sometimes. Sometimes, we even have family members, friends, co-workers, and associates in our lives who raise our levels of anxiety. Mental stress can cause so much damage to our physical and emotional health. Shift your focus to stories and people who remind you of the goodness of humanity, who don't focus on fear mongering, and who are kind in their minds, hearts, and the words they speak. In addition, participate in relaxing activities every single day (yoga, walking, meditation, journaling, bird watching, sewing, etc.), several times a day, to clear and soothe your mind and spirit.

5) Get your daily sunshine: There is really no excuse for being indoors 24/7. Staying inside all the time can cause anxiety, sleep issues, compromised immune systems, fatigue, and a host of detrimental health issues. It also encourages isolation and inactivity. Go outside and get your daily sunshine, even if it's just in your backyard, on your front step. Doing so is good for our minds and bodies, helps to increase our happiness quotient, and helps ensure we don't end up with a Vitamin D defiency which can be detrimental to our immune systems.

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