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Episode 3197:

Rachel Trotta offers a practical and compassionate guide to staying healthy during the holidays without adding pressure. From embracing seasonal shifts in routines to prioritizing small wins like more protein or sunlight, her approach helps reduce stress while keeping wellness goals realistic and attainable.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://racheltrotta.com/fitness/tips-for-managing-holiday-stress/

Quotes to ponder:

"Getting bright light in your eyes throughout the day with one of these lamps (especially in the morning) can help with warding off low moods and low energy, and give you the boost you need to stay active."

"Going hard for 30 minutes three times a week is better than no session at all after a week of procrastination."

"Instead of pressuring yourself to eat perfectly, just focus on the essentials of healthful eating."

Episode references:

Vitamin D Fact Sheet – National Institutes of Health: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminD-Consumer

The Mayo Clinic – Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder

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