Conquer Daylight Savings With These Time Change Health Hacks

By Stacy Robinson March 11, 2024 2 mins read 98 Views

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Reset Your Evening Routine

Start going to bed and getting up 15 to 30 minutes earlier for two to three nights before Daylight Saving Time. An evening routine prepares the body for a good night’s rest. Dim the lights, lay your clothes out for the next day, do some easy stretches, and read to put yourself in the mood for sleep.

Nap Freely

Sleep when you’re tired so that you aren’t catching up on yesterday’s work. A nap can positively impact your mental sharpness and emotional well-being.

Regulate Caffeine Intake

Cut caffeine after 2:00 p.m., limit coffee consumption to one cup per day, and consider drinking green tea, matcha tea, and herbal tea.

Meal Prep

Start meal prepping with simple steps, like bringing snacks to work or roasting a large pan of broccoli to eat for a couple of days. You don’t have to prep these elaborate meals to still soak in the benefit of a little advanced planning.

Resist Cyberloafing

Avoid using your phone before bedtime as the light emitted can mess with your circadian rhythms. Talk to a holistic healthcare provider if you have trouble sleeping to address the root cause of the issue.

Curb Daylight Cravings

To curb cravings, limit carbohydrates and eat more healthy fats like avocado, fatty fish, nut and seed butters, and pasture-raised eggs.

Keep Hydrated (No, Really)

Drink ample water after the time change to stay hydrated and combat exhaustion. Aim for 8 to 10 cups per day or try for half your body weight in ounces daily.

Recharge With a Morning Workout

Stick to a morning workout routine to combat exhaustion and get a happiness boost. Exertion of energy in the morning can wake you up, make you feel better, and give you a dopamine release.

Try Myofascial Massage

Use a foam roller to ease muscle tension and increase blood flow. Focus on areas like the upper leg, upper back and shoulders, and glutes.

Get Outside!

Exposure to sunlight boosts serotonin levels and decreases mental health distress. Spend time outdoors and step outside for even five minutes to refresh yourself physically, mentally, and physiologically.