ADD LEMON

WATER TO YOUR

MORNING RITUAL

Did you know that 85 per cent of brain tissue is

water? As a result, dehydration causes the brain to

generate less energy, and it can also contribute to

headaches, fatigue and foggy thinking.

Sometimes we’re a little too busy to ensure we drink

those eight recommended glasses per day, or are just

a little bored of plain water, so why not add flavour as

encouragement to have a little more every day?

Add lemon to your water first thing in the morning to

instantly feel refreshed. Not only will this ensure you’re

starting your day right, lemons can also help to build

up your immunity level, cleanse your digestive tract and

provide a zesty zing that increases your alertness to help

you focus on the day ahead. Also try limes, cucumbers

and berries to mix up the flavoured water of the day. ■ WORDS

ELLIE GRIFFITHS

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RANDOM

ACT OF

KINDNESS

One of the easiest things you can
do for your wellbeing is engage
in random acts of kindness.
Going above and beyond
your own personal desires to aid
someone else can help you feel
better about yourself and more
connected, reduce your stress and
strengthen your sense of belonging.
Even once a week is enough – and
it doesn’t have to be a big gesture.
Try these for an instant pick-me-up:

• On public transport, offer your
  seat to someone injured, pregnant
  or elderly. If this isn’t possible (or
  there are enough seats), offer your
  help to ‘mind the gap’ when they’re
  getting on or off the bus or train.


• In a traffic jam, if you see
  someone waiting to turn or merge
  into your lane, let them in.


• Simply smile at a stranger – you
  may even make their day!

good advice

132 JULY/AUGUST 2018 diabetic living