{"id":15229,"date":"2017-04-11T12:46:09","date_gmt":"2017-04-11T10:46:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.pricecheck.co.za\/?p=15229"},"modified":"2017-04-12T09:43:31","modified_gmt":"2017-04-12T07:43:31","slug":"toasty-tips-to-make-your-winter-less-miserable","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/blog\/toasty-tips-to-make-your-winter-less-miserable\/","title":{"rendered":"Toasty Tips To Make Your Winter Less Miserable"},"content":{"rendered":"

With the slight drop in temperature, it\u2019s clear winter is peeking its frigid head around the corner. Yes, it is time to pack away the shorts and t-shirts to make room for jerseys and shuffle socks. Does this season get you down? Don’t worry. <\/span>Here are a few simple ways to beat the winter blues.<\/p>\n

Exercise For At Least 30 Minutes<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The freezing weather makes getting to the gym a whole lot tougher and apart from keeping your body fit and beautiful, more importantly, exercise helps the mind stay healthy. And due to lack of movement, it\u2019s no surprise many people suffer from depression during winter. <\/span><\/p>\n

By practicing yoga, you exercise both your mind and body and better yet, you can do it in the comfort of your home. Get started with these popular yoga DVD sets and unique yoga mat:<\/p>\n

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Keep a Steady Routine<\/h3>\n

Who doesn\u2019t enjoy a sleep marathon while it\u2019s pouring outside? However, it’s\u00a0known\u00a0that excessive sleep causes more harm than good, which is why it\u2019s best to keep a steady routine during winter.<\/span><\/p>\n

Wake up to great music\u00a0with this iPod\/iPhone\/iPad docking station -play and charge all your devices via a Lightning or 30-pin connector.<\/p>\n

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Philips docking station available from R2137<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Go Easy On The Comfort Food<\/h3>\n

There’s nothing like carbs and sugar to comfort on the dreary days. But\u00a0if your aim is to feel fatigued and gain weight speedily, then the combination\u00a0is just the right choice. By making simple substitutions to your carb-filled meals, such as snacking on kale chips instead of potato crisps or choosing whole-wheat over regular pasta, you will feel more energised and less sluggish this winter.<\/p>\n

Whole-wheat pasta and\u00a0Kale chips:<\/p>\n

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Or try experimenting with some hearty soup and stew recipes.<\/p>\n

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Drink Enough Water<\/h3>\n

Cold temperatures make people feel 40% less thirsty, this is simply because staying warm becomes more of a priority than drinking water. Hydrate regularly with these handy and super-trendy water bottles:<\/p>\n

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Snappy – Tritan water bottle 950ml – available from R109<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Fruit Infuser Juice Dispenser Water Bottle – available for R90<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Who knew beating the winter blues would be this easy!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

With the slight drop in temperature, it\u2019s clear winter is peeking its frigid head around the corner. Yes, it is time to pack away the shorts and t-shirts to make room for jerseys and shuffle socks. Does this season get you down? Don’t worry. Here are a few simple ways to beat the winter blues.<\/p>\n

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