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Saturday, 2 July 2022

JULY HEALTH AND WELLBEING

 It's Never Too Late To Be Active

There is still time to sign up for your free 10 day pass at your local leisure centre till end of July as just 20 mins of physical activity a day provides enormous benefits to our physical and mental health, both now and in the future. So, give it a go, sign up and keep your body strong, your mind sharp and spark the energy you need to keep doing the things you love.  Call 01992 555627

https://www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/services/health-in-herts/keep-active/never-too-late/never-too-late.aspx


Act – Belong – Commit for good mental health

Just as with physical health, there are simple and practical ways that can help everyone to enjoy good mental health. It’s estimated that 50% of people will experience mental illness in their lifetime. A simple model that can be adopted by anyone known as 

“Act-Belong-Commit”, promotes keeping active, building stronger relationships with friends, family and community groups, and committing to hobbies, challenges and meaningful causes. Together it’s a simple “do-it-yourself” approach to enhancing mental health.  Here's a mental health workout that's as simple as ABC: 

https://theconversation.com/heres-a-mental-health-workout-thats-as-simple-as-abc-98124


SLEEP WELL 

Sleep deprivation can have a serious impact on emotional, physical and mental health. Find more Information & Support at:

https://thesleepcharity.org.uk/information-support/

Their Sleep Hub lots of information to help including foods to aid sleep and what to avoid Foods that help you sleep. 

https://thesleepcharity.org.uk/information-support/adults/sleep-hub/

https://thesleepcharity.org.uk/information-support/adults/sleep-hub/foods-that-help-you-sleep/

Try these self-help tips from the NHS to restore your energy levels.

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/sleep-and-tiredness/self-help-tips-to-fight-fatigue/

Every Mind Matters gives advice on how to get a good night’s sleep

https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/mental-health-issues/sleep/


HELP TO MANAGE THE COST OF LIVING

We all need a little support from time to time. Advice and practical help to manage finances and make savings while also helping the environment are available from the Hertfordshire County Council website at: www.hertfordshire.gov.uk and free debt advice is available from Step Change at: www.stepchange.org


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