{"id":57608,"date":"2019-10-15T06:31:28","date_gmt":"2019-10-15T06:31:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xenodochial-archimedes.45-76-20-142.plesk.page\/mrbix12019x110x1when-seasonal-change-wreaks-havoc-on-my-body-htmlx1index\/"},"modified":"2022-11-29T17:53:26","modified_gmt":"2022-11-29T17:53:26","slug":"when-seasonal-change-wreaks-havoc-on-my-body","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mrsbishop.com\/2019\/10\/when-seasonal-change-wreaks-havoc-on-my-body.html","title":{"rendered":"When Seasonal Change Wreaks Havoc on My Body – Mrs. Bishop"},"content":{"rendered":"

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I LOVE Fall. It is the most beautiful time of year. The gorgeous colors all around, the smells, the sound of crunching leaves underfoot. It\u2019s heaven. What I don\u2019t love is the way my body reacts when the seasons shift. Once the weather starts to change and we have dramatic swings from high to low temperatures and back again, and the pressure changes that come along with it\u2026my body is not a fan.<\/p>\n

Over the past few years I\u2019ve dealt with seasonal allergies, migraines, body aches, restless legs, TMJ, gastrointestinal flares, and more. I feel great most of the time- but when the seasonal change occurs, mostly to Spring and Fall, my body freaks out for a few weeks. This year I\u2019ve really been working on anticipating these issues and changes before they strike, so that I can try to be a step ahead of them. I\u2019m not a Dr. and I can only speak for what works for me. But, I wanted to share with you some things that I\u2019m doing that are helping ease these seasonal change issues. <\/p>\n

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Hot Showers<\/h4>\n

Sometimes the last thing I want to do once I finally convince my body to crawl out of bed in the morning, is to head into the shower. But, starting my day with a nice hot shower really eases any aches and pains I get- especially the neck and shoulder pain that I\u2019ve been dealing with. It really seems that wet heat helps the most. So, some days I shower in the AM and then take a hot bath at night because it feels so good on my body. I even occasionally start my days with a soak in the tub, when I can find the time.<\/p>\n

Recently I\u2019ve started soaking my feet in epsom salts at night too when they\u2019re achy. It feels nice and a little luxurious, so I can pretend it\u2019s a spa treatment. I\u2019ve heard magnesium is also good for aches and pains, which is pretty much what epsom salts are anyway. <\/p>\n

Probiotics<\/h4>\n

Because of my GI issues, I\u2019ve had several of my Dr.\u2019s recommend probiotics. I don\u2019t know HOW much of a difference they make- but I DO notice when I don\u2019t take them. They help everything to \u2018stay regular\u2019 and anything that helps my slow-moving stomach digest is a plus in my book. Sometimes overall body health starts with dealing with what\u2019s going on inside, so I am going to keep taking them. <\/p>\n

Ice Packs and Heating Pads<\/h4>\n

At certain times of the year, my heating pad is my BFF. In the Winter, I usually add a heated blanket to that list as well. But, heating pads are amazing for sore backs, shoulders, and achy muscles. On the flip side- my ice-pack bestie has been keeping me company with my shin splints and jaw pain. (Getting older is super fun\u2026) Sometimes rotating between ice and heat can also be helpful- but I\u2019m more of a heat girl, myself. I would be content to hibernate the Winter away in front of a crackling fire- but that\u2019s hardly practical\u2026<\/p>\n

Sleep<\/h4>\n

Sometimes you really, really need to make sure you\u2019re getting enough rest. Whether that means going to bed a little earlier, or taking a day to sleep in. Fitting in a 20 minute power nap in the afternoon can\u2019t hurt either. Our bodies repair themselves when we\u2019re sleeping- so make it a priority in your life when you can. Mamas of small children, I know this is HARD. But, I promise in a few years, you\u2019ll eventually sleep again. <\/p>\n

Stay Hydrated<\/h4>\n

In a perfect world I could survive on coffee, but that just doesn\u2019t work for me. My body shuts down when I don\u2019t have enough water. I\u2019m more tired, my skin breaks out more, and my headaches really increase. So, the first thing I do in the morning is drink a big glass of water. I keep a big stainless water bottle with me all day long. I make myself drink a glass of water in between cups of coffee. If water isn\u2019t your favorite- keep pushing. Eventually other stuff will taste less good. And sometimes I\u2019ve noticed if it\u2019s iced, I\u2019ll drink more. Or if it\u2019s in a cup with a straw, I\u2019ll drink it faster. Find some ways to trick yourself into drinking more, and your body will thank you.<\/p>\n

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Tea Blends<\/h4>\n

Speaking of hydration. Hot tea is my new jam. I\u2019ve started drinking a few different blends that are really having positive side effects other than just being delish! Peppermint tea is great when I have a headache or am feeling bloated. And, my new obsession is Ginger Turmeric tea. Ginger aides my slow digesting stomach and adds a nice warmth, and turmeric is supposed to be great for inflammation. So, it definitely doesn\u2019t hurt. When I REMEMBER to drink it every day, I do notice a difference. I like to switch up the flavors I\u2019m drinking to see what helps best. Have you tried any that you love? {The one pictured is Honey Chai Turmeric Vitality<\/a>\u2013 which is another great option!}<\/p>\n

Obviously, none of these things completely get rid of the seasonal change my body goes through each year, but I\u2019m willing to try most every little thing that will help. I just hope that some of these tips will help you if you experience any of these crazy weather related body changes. And if you have any tips for me, leave them in the comments below. <\/p>\n\n

You may also like- 6 Ways to Practice Intentional Self Care<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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