Welcome to the 5th Wellness link up of 2019! In case you missed my previous four Wellness posts, they are here: A Fresh Start, Icefest 2019, Ice Breakers 2019, and How I Keep My Mind Healthy.
HEALTH GOAL UPDATE
In my April Wrap-Up post, I shared how I've been doing with my health goals. April was a very good month when I got perfect score for my planned fitness routine. In total, I completed thirty meditation sessions, twenty-six outdoor walks, thirteen strength workouts in the gym, nine yoga classes, and four swimming sessions. Each activity is an hour long. I enjoy the activities and they make me feel great.
B.E.S.T. CARE
The optional prompt for May Wellness topic is B.E.S.T. Care (BEST is for Breasts, Eyes, Skin, and Teeth). I thought I would share a round-up of posts that several fabulous bloggers have written below.
Breast Care:
Let's start with appearance and comfort. Jo Castro at Lifestyle Fifty wrote the Ultimate guide to buying a bra online. While you're dressing up, remember to do self-check regularly for changes. This helps you get to know what is normal for your breasts and notice when something may be wrong. Oh, and that mammogram appointment that your doctor has advised you to book, make sure you go. Breast cancer is unfortunately common. When it's detected early, the chances of successful treatment are better.
Eye Care:
Min at Write of the Middle shared her thoughts on Beauty: Making eyes. In addition, if you're reading this and have been looking at a screen for a while, remember to do eye exercises like squeeze and release, or look at a distance, to relax your eyes. When you go outside, protect your eyes from harmful sun rays or seasonal pollen by wearing sun glasses. On sunny days, wear a sun hat as well since the brim gives more protection. Our eye sight changes over time. Check in with your optometrist if you notice vision changes or headaches that may be caused by eye strain.
Skin Care:
Sue at Sizzling Towards Sixty and Beyond shared the 7 Sun Safe Tips from skin care expert and Min's helpful Skin care tips. Take a little bit of time each day to clean, moisturize, and protect your skin from harmful elements. Similar to breast care, do skin self-check regularly for changes. When you find any unusual changes on your skin, see your doctor as soon as possible. Skin cancer is common. When in doubt, check it out.
Teeth Care:
Jodie, a retired cosmetic dentist, at Jodie's Touch of Style did an informative review of The Best Oral Care Products. Get regular dental check-ups by your dentist, and follow their advice on dental care (e.g. flossing, brushing, type of toothpaste to use). Avoid eating hard food items that can chip or crack your teeth. Most people don't like to go to the dentist but early detection is key and it can save you from much pain, suffering, and high dental cost down the road.
I know when I take care of my B.E.S.T., I feel good, and I keep my health care costs down.
The next Wellness link up is on Wednesday June 12. Optional prompt: Mid-Year Review. Feel free to join in on the fun with your recent or past wellness-related posts every second Wednesday of the month.
Any new B.E.S.T. tips to share? I'd love to hear your comments.
Hi Natalie, thank you for linking my post and the mention. We both have similar thoughts for B.E.S.T. yet you touched on some different points to mine as well which is great. I find my eyes have given be trouble lately, scratchy and tired. Probably from too much screen time on the computer and e-reader. I have to have time each day when I'm away from any type of screen to give my eyes a break. I'm very conscious of mammograms as my Mum died from breast cancer 30 odd years ago. I have one each year. I am so impressed with you April workouts and fitness program. I don't write mine down but I should actually make a note and see how my month has gone. Thanks for Wellness Wednesday and look forward to joining you in June.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Sue, for your support of Wellness Wednesday. I thought the posts you wrote are full of good advice. I'm disciplined with my health care routine since I have time to it without rushing now and life is so much better when we're fit.
DeleteHi Natalie - what a great concept - B.E.S.T. Care! Thank you so much for mentioning me and linking to a couple of my posts. You're doing exceptionally well with your health and fitness goals! On the subject of eyes, like Sue mentioned above, I too am having trouble with mine lately - watering and itchy. I'm guessing its the time of year for allergies - Autumn - pollens are about and the temperature has dropped lately. Quite cool in the mornings and evenings! Needless to say - I've been taking a few antihistamines of late! :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Min, for your support of Wellness Wednesday. I think your blog and Sue's blog have wonderful wellness-related posts. I hope the antihistamines give you some allergy relief.
DeleteI don't think I have any wellness to add but need to take some of these tips on board.
ReplyDeleteFeel free to take away any tip that may be useful to you. Thanks, Lydia, for stopping by.
DeleteGreat roundup, Natalie. Will follow up on Jo's online bra shopping guide.
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Thank you, SSG. Hope you find something useful in Jo's bra shopping guide.
DeleteA good and timely reminder. I love how you've broken it down. Thanks Natalie...
ReplyDeleteThank you, Jo, for your comment. This post reminded me to check my appointments, too.
Deleteit sure is a great idea for us to remember the care. I have been very caught up with my cancer surgeries, treatments and recoveries that I have made a promise to do more re skin (check coming in May) and mamogram will be later this year. We have a free service in Australia for women 50-74 ( pretty sure of those ages). My skin check is also done through Medicare so free too. Lucky as older citizens as costs are kept to the minimum.
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Thank you, Denyse, for your comment. The skin check and mammograms are covered under the provincial health plan here. Eye exams and dental care are not covered under the plan for most adults so it's out of pocket expenses or under insurance plans.
DeleteHI, Natalie - Thank you for sharing these very important tips and reminders to take care of ourselves. Simple, routine check-ups do make a BIG difference to our overall health.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Donna, for your comment. The simple, routine check-ups become essential as we age.
DeleteSo behind on my blog reading and writing after being in Kentucky to care for mom. Trying to catch up now.
ReplyDeleteHave opened a tab to read about buying a bra online. I am still on my bra hunt for a comfortable, wire-free bra. Not sure such a thing exists!
Thanks, Leslie, for stopping by. I hope things are calmer for you now.
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