The holidays are a whirlwind of indulgence—mulled wine on tap, bottomless mince pies, and cheese boards that whisper “just one more slice”. Now, as the big party night stares us down, and our bodies are politely begging for a break. Don’t panic! Here are five easy and fun ways to bring your body up to speed.
Sip smarter: hydration is your BFF
Your liver deserves a round of applause for surviving the holidays, so give it a hand with some H2O. Drink water like it’s going out of fashion. Add slices of lemon, cucumber, or a sprig of mint to jazz it up. Feel fancy? Try warm water with lemon in the morning—it screams “I’m healthy now”.
Eat the rainbow (no, not Skittles)
Your body is tired of beige carbs and sugar. Fill your plate with colourful fruits and veg, like spinach, berries, carrots, and peppers. Bonus points if you throw it all into a soup or smoothie. You’ll feel virtuous, and your Instagram followers might even think you’ve gone full health guru.
Get moving (but keep it fun)
The gym might feel like punishment right now, so ease back into movement with something enjoyable. Take a brisk walk, dance around the kitchen to cheesy pop hits, or try yoga for a stretch that’ll make your body thank you. Movement should feel good, not like payback for all those roast potatoes.
Sleep it off (literally)
Sleep is the OG detox tool, and after all those late-night holiday antics, your body is craving some proper rest. Try getting to bed a bit earlier and aim for a solid seven to eight hours. Consider it beauty sleep—for your liver and your soul.
Cut back without cutting out
No need to bin all the biscuits and swear off wine. Just cut back a little. Swap your third latte for herbal tea or trade post-dinner chocolates for a handful of nuts. Life’s about balance, not misery.
