Springtime is slowly but surely creeping around the corner. Daffodils are pushing their way through the soil, and is that… a ray of sun? After a dreary winter, looking after your spring health is vital. But knowing where to start is another story.
Stay tuned for our spring reset ideas. We’ve got spring cleaning tips, healthy spring recipe ideas and the best spring supplement for an incredible start to the season.
Restart Taking Supplements for Springtime
Winter is dark, cold, and dull. So, we don’t blame you if you turn to chocolate, biscuits, and endless cups of tea for comfort. But all that sweet food equals a lack of nutrition for your body. Without enough nutrients, you can experience unhealthy skin, fatigue, low moods, and hair loss.
Read more: 7 Reasons Collagen Is The Secret To Hair Growth.
Arella Beauty’s Vegan Collagen Liquid Supplement is a fantastic way to reboot your system and top up your vitamins and minerals. It’s also great at calming cells that may have become inflamed from a sugar overload and dry, wintery air. Below are some of our star collagen supplement ingredients:
- Panax Ginseng - Ginseng is an anti-inflammatory Ayurvedic herb that soothes the body to nurture your heart health. It also increases blood flow, reduces stress, and calms aggravated skin. Ginseng may also protect skin against UV rays, which is good news when the sun starts to shine.
- Retinol (Vitamin A) - Skin often suffers from winter dryness, causing irritation, redness, deeper fine lines, and acne. The anti-inflammatory effects of retinol help treat your acne and stimulate natural collagen production, plumping up creases for a youthful bounce.
Read more: 5 Reasons Why You Need Retinol in Liquid Collagen.
- Vitamin C - Vitamin C is a crucial ingredient for collagen synthesis, and you mainly get it from fruits and vegetables. You need vitamin C for strong and elasticated hair, muscles, and tendons. It’s also rich in antioxidants and can rapidly decrease inflammation for a radiant glow.
- Vitamin D - Everyone needs this sunshine vitamin to fight off free radicals and increase serotonin levels. Our collagen supplement helps you get more vitamin D for that extra boost during April showers and cloudy May days.
Spruce Up With Spring Cleaning
A good spring cleaning is an important ritual because it signifies the start of a new season and the end of winter. Many people also find tidying and cleansing the house cathartic because it’s a chance to clear built-up winter grime. Here are a few ways you can kick off your spring clean:
Declutter
You tend to stay at home when it’s drizzling and chilly outside, but that means you get bored. As a result, retailers see an increase in online shopping, and you collect ‘stuff’ that piles up over winter. Is that spiraliser you bought to make courgetti gathering dust? Or maybe there’s a Christmas gift you kept to be polite but never used. Declutter by taking items to charity shops, selling them online or giving away to friends.
Dust Nooks and Crannies
You don’t always have the time (or patience) to clean every corner during a weekly clean. Dust gathers over time, making you snuffly and sneezy. So, wipe down those lamp shades to make your bulbs shine brighter. Remove grime from skirting boards and clear under the bed. You can even sweep away dust behind radiators for a fresh and clear space.
Deep Clean Large Items
If your clothes start to smell damp, it might be time to clean the washing machine. Do the same with your dishwasher and scrub the oven so it’s sparkling new. Alternatively, you can hire someone to do the job because who likes cleaning ovens?
Experiment With Healthy Spring Recipes
Spring is the ideal time to get back into healthy habits because the weather is warmer and the days are lighter. By the time summer comes around, you’ll be well on your way to feeling and looking good.
Kick off your spring health with nutritious recipes. Experiment with dark green vegetables, nuts, seeds, and whole grains. They’re packed with antioxidants and amino acids for collagen production. Check out a few of our healthy spring recipe ideas:
- Delicious salads - Salads don’t have to be boring. Make a base of kale and spinach and add your protein, such as chicken or chickpeas (depending on your preference). Mix with honey and walnuts for a bit of sweetness and even some juicy mango.
- Spring greens - Spring greens are flavourful, young veggies that taste best in springtime. They include tender baby spinach, arugula, and even dandelion leaves. You can usually buy packs of spring greens at your local supermarket and use them as your dose of vegetables.
- Light and fresh - Instead of opting for a rich but heavy sweet potato, explore foods and flavours with a delicate consistency. Refreshing lemon, juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh salmon and tender-stem broccoli are excellent options.
Read more: 5 Vegan Collagen-Rich Foods to Hack Your Hormones.
Stick to Your Sleep Schedule
As the days lengthen, it can be tempting to stay up late, but stick to your sleep schedule to maximise your energy. The mornings will get lighter, so enjoy the early sunshine rather than cutting into your rest.
Read more: Always Tired? Why You're Exhausted and How to Fix It.
The Arella Dream Calming Sleep Supplement is infused with blissful ingredients to promote a relaxing sleep. It contains ashwagandha, an Ayurvedic herb that soothes the nervous system. We’ve combined the herb with lavender and chamomile, known for their mild sedative properties and sleep-inducing passionflower and rosehip. Take two capsules of our dreamy supplement before bed and drift into a deep sleep.
Read more: 10 Evening Routine Tips for Better Sleep.
If sleep isn’t quite cutting it and you need a burst of morning energy, try the Arella Rise Morning Energy Supplement. It’s formulated with watermelon juice, Siberian ginseng, elderberry and pomegranate to boost blood flow and sharpen focus.
Leap into Spring With Arella Beauty
A spring reset is fun and incredibly beneficial for your wellness. Try cleansing your house and whipping up healthy food recipes rich in antioxidants. Don’t forget to enhance your health with a springtime supplement that contains anti-inflammatories and essential vitamins. Treat the change of seasons as a form of self-care and look after your body for the best spring.
Read next:
- How to Create the Best Morning Routine
- 7 Incredible Benefits of Collagen Supplements
- How To Boost Collagen Naturally
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Written by Emma Carey for Arella Beauty.
Emma is a holistic beauty and wellness writer. She has three years of experience in the well-being industry and a Master’s degree in Creative Writing and Wellness. Check out her portfolio and follow her on Instagram.
