Blocked drinking has become a hangover from hell for many of us. Even if I tell myself many times to stick to soft drinks tonight.
And now, a new study confirms that, and thedrinking habitswe picked up during the pandemic still affect the health of our.
NHSEngland remains a pandemic during the blockade, despite the lifting of restrictions I found that.
This could result in more than25,000 additional deathsand cost the NHS £ 5.2 billion. But it's not just lockdown drinking habits that remain.
From boredom to light meals to terrible sleep patterns, bad habits plagued us duringlockdown— and still hurt our health and well-being.
We asked experts to figure out how to completely break these unwanted habits and return to a healthier lifestyle.
Exercise failure
Pre-blocking, commuting,commuting to the gym, and all sorts of external activities were normal.
However, many of these healthy habits were destroyed because they were forced to stay inside for long periods of time.
Results Wellness Lifestyle (resultswellnesslifestyle.com) founder Lucy Mecklenberg, Wayne, Frankie Bridge and other celebrity personal trainers Cecilia Harris told Sun Health:
"I was less motivated when I was inside, but it also affected my self-confidence.
" After a long break, people feel they can't exercise, but Not so.
"I always say I start with a walk. I go for a 15 minute walk and increase that time every day. Don't go to thegymat first
"Accept a home workout. Choose a short session and build that movement slowly as before."
Become a social recluse
LOCKDOWN robs us of face-to-face contact, swaps nights into nights,Zoom Quiz
This has a huge impact on our health and is isolated And loneliness associated with high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, weakened immune system,increased risk of anxiety and depression
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Life coach and diet psychology expert Jeff Spires said: It's scary to socialize.
"Acknowledge you are doing this — many people will not notice that they are refusing social events. Then socialize in a familiar environment. Get started.
"Invite a friend at homeDrinkround.
" Plan a social event near your home on weekends and on weekday nights Make it free.
"Every time you drink something new, tep understands how much fun it was and how much it feels better from face-to-face contact."
Poor sleep pattern
Some experts called it "Corona Somnia" and others called it "Sleep Pandemic", but whatever the label, the blockade is us.Caused sleep disruption
According to a study by the University of Southern Pton,insomniacan be experienced in less than 1 in 6 people. The number has increased to 1 in 4 and the lack of sleep has been prolonged.
Life coach Jeff says: "To fix this, start with your sleep routine. Determine your bedtime and start your bedtime routine 30 minutes before this.
"Turn off the light to stop the screen time — turn off. TV, close the laptop and hang up.
" Then , Start a routine to follow every night.Clean your teeth,, wash your face.
"When you go to bed, take your pen and paper and write a list of things to do the next day. , Write down everything that comes to your mind and finish.
"Finally, set the alarm as follows. Wake up at the same time every day y."
Boring Snacks
Over 40% of adults in the UK gained weight during pandemics, with an average gain of half-stone.
Boring snacks or meal deadlinesAnxietyis the number one cause, and for many people habits persist.
Life coach Jeff said: "You need to replace your old habits with new ones.
" Example: Old — I have achocolatebar every day at 11am. New — I make tea every day at 11am
"Old — open the kitchen cupboard after work and look for a snack. New — walk around the block.
" If you notice that you're starting an old habit, Tell yourself, "Stop."
"Cry this out loud as needed.
" Finally, celebrate your success. Tap your back every time you change habits.
"This strengthens the neural association and implants new habits faster."
Poor posture
When a pandemic occurs Thelaptopbecame the order of the day and had a great impact on our bodies.
Teleworkers report high levels of back pain, shoulder and neck pain, tension headaches, and even numbness in the buttocks.
If you're still working from her home, wellness expert Cecilia said: "Don't sit on the sofa or dining chair. Invest in an office chair.
" Use your laptop stand to raise your laptop to eye level or buy another screen It reduces the pressure on the neck. ”
Next, I will introduce the movement, whether it is WFH or the office.
"Doctorrecommends getting up and moving around every 30 minutes, which sends oxygenated blood to tired muscles.
"Try my favorite stretch. Get up and stretch your arms sideways.
" Turn one shoulder forward and the other back and twist your arm Now reverse in the opposite direction. "
Steps to reduce drinking
If you're still timing your unit after the blockade, you're not alone.
GP Sarah Garsedstates: "For some patients, the blockade reduced the amount of alcohol they drink, but for others it caused a major problem they were struggling to shift."
Here's how to deal with drinking.
Counting Units:If you regularly drink 14 or more units of alcohol per week (equivalent to an average of 6 pints-10 glasses of strength beer or low strength wine), or lockdown ends If you've been struggling to control your daily drinking since then, it's time to assess your consumption.
GO SLOW: Alcohol, as we are talking about addiction and habits, it is important to feel that people are being helped to make a difference.
Start small, rather than suddenly trying to give up.
Budget:Budget alcohol when visiting a supermarket
Not only this is the amount you buy Limit, it also reminds you how much money you are wasting on alcohol that can be used elsewhere.
Watch the penny pile up.
Make a plan: Set a limit on the amount of knockback before you start drinking.
For example, instead of opening a bottle and placing it on a coffee table to see what happens, tell yourself, "I'll have a big glass of wine."
Low strength: Add lemonade to half a glass to make wine a spritzer or beer a panaché.
The taste is exactly the same, but you can also buy low-intensity spirits with low alcohol content. Non-alcoholic beeris now widespread.
Keep hydrating: Drink as much water as you can during the day.
This will keep you hydrated and make you feel more hydrated, so you are less likely to want to drink too much alcohol.
When drinking, drink a glass of water alternately.
Ask for help: Talking toGPis important for getting the help of alcohol. NHSDoctors can give advice on how to change your habits.
They can also check your health and introduce you to the program if they feel it benefits you.
If you need help, don't be quiet.
