3 Stress Busters for Mom

Once a year we take a day to honor our Mothers. And it’s a good thing we do because Mothers are famous for taking care of everyone and everything while typically neglecting themselves. Putting everyone’s needs before your own can be stressful. Did you know that nearly 90% of doctor visits are stress-related ailments? Stress is harmful to your health. So this Mother’s Day, give yourself and your Mom some stress relief with these Stress-Busters:

#1 : HEALTHY EATING

The human body is like a car – it needs the right fuel to function well…fuel like fresh fruits and vegetables that provide nutrients essential to on-going health and vitality. Vitamins are rich in antioxidants that help reduce stress created inflammation in the body. Minerals are the often overlooked nutrients that refuel your energy naturally. For Mother’s Day, treat your Mom to a healthy meal filled with fresh fruits and vegetables.

#2 : EXERCISE

Exercise is a major stress reducer. It naturally relaxes the body,  helps reduce blood pressure and supports healthy cholesterol. If you are a Mom, simply walking 30 minutes 3 times a week will reduce your stress and improve your health.

#3 : ME TIME

Mom’s don’t get enough “Me Time” or time to do whatever they want whenever they want. Here’s a great gift idea for Mother’s Day – YOU take the kids so Mom can catch a movie, get a massage, manicure or pedicure – whatever she likes to do with her rare downtime. She will thank you for a day off!

Happy Mother’s Day!

Rebecca