New Year’s Resolutions – from promise to reality
The start of the year is the perfect time to redefine your goals. New Year’s resolutions are not merely promises; they are commitments to yourself. However, reality shows that up to 80% of these resolutions are abandoned before February (American Psychological Association). At Farmácias Correia Rosa, we believe that with the right guidance, you can be among the 20% who successfully achieve the goals they set for themselves. Want to know how? In this article, we explain how we can help you turn promises into reality.
At Correia Rosa Pharmacies, we offer a range of services designed to support your health and wellness goals. In addition, our team of professionals has tips that will certainly guide you on your journey toward an active and healthy lifestyle.
Losing Weight in a Healthy Way
One of the New Year’s resolutions topping the list for many of us is, without a doubt, losing weight—if only to get back to the weight we were at before the holiday season!
However, sustainable weight loss involves much more than simply following a restrictive diet. In fact, studies indicate that small, consistent changes are more effective (Harvard Health Publishing). At Caldense, Rosa, and Santa Catarina pharmacies, we offer personalized nutritional counseling and weight management services. This service helps you create plans tailored to your pace and needs, while also providing the information you need to make better dietary choices.
In addition, try these 3 tips that transform your relationship with food:
- Try “mindful eating”: focus entirely on your meal, savoring every bite without distractions (mobile phone, television, etc.). It might seem difficult at first, as we tend to eat too quickly, swallowing food almost without chewing. This leads us to overeat and overload our digestive system. So, try chewing at least 10 times before swallowing. We are sure you will enjoy your meals in a whole new way!
- Take on small weekly challenges, such as adding a new fruit or vegetable to your diet. This way, you vary your food intake while trying out new flavors and textures, making meals more fun and delicious. In Caldas da Rainha, locally grown seasonal fruits and vegetables are available daily at the fruit market.
- Turn cooking into a leisure activity by listening to music or inviting friends over to prepare healthy meals. For those with children, involving them in meal preparation offers many benefits. One is teaching them how to prepare balanced, homemade meals—after all, good habits start early! It is also a way to “play” with them while handling family meals, creating wonderful memories for everyone.
Quit Smoking for Good
Quitting smoking is another very common resolution—and also one of the hardest. However, you don’t have to face this challenge alone. With smoking cessation counseling from Correia Rosa Pharmacies, you gain access to specialized products that increase your chances of success.
Beyond choosing the most suitable products, other lifestyle changes are necessary to substantially reduce the temptation to start smoking again. Some of these include:
- Create an “emergency kit” with alternatives to smoking: sugar-free gum, motivational quotes, a stress ball, and healthy snacks. These items will serve as a distraction when you feel the urge to smoke.
- Link the money saved by not smoking to an enjoyable goal, such as a trip or a special gift. Did you know that when you quit smoking, you will save an average of €165 per month?
- Use apps that track your progress and send messages of encouragement. You can learn more about these apps here.
Regular Check-ups: Prevention Is the Best Treatment
At Correia Rosa Pharmacies, we believe that prevention is the best medicine—and indeed, detecting potential issues early makes all the difference. That is why we offer blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol, and triglyceride screenings. These quick and convenient check-ups allow you to look after your health without disrupting your schedule. You can book your appointment here.
The great advantage of conducting these screenings is being able to detect potential health problems before they become serious and difficult to reverse. However, for this to happen, it is necessary to do them consistently. To that end, we suggest that:
- Turn check-ups into regular events on your calendar, celebrating every positive result.
- Share your progress with friends or family to feel supported.
- Use the results as indicators to set new personal health challenges.
At Correia Rosa pharmacies, your results are recorded in your pharmaceutical monitoring file, which you can access at Caldense, Rosa, and Santa Catarina pharmacies. We can email these results to you so that you can review them with your attending physician.
Dedicate More Time to Taking Care of Yourself
Self-care is essential for mental and physical health. Dedicating time to taking care of yourself is an investment—both in your own health and in the health of those who depend on you.
From advice on suitable dermocosmetic products to stress relief through relaxation techniques, at Correia Rosa Pharmacies, we help you find a balance that promotes well-being.
Count on us for:
- Create a nighttime self-care routine with products that relax and revitalize the skin.
- Through our partnership with Olga Prada, mentor of the Caracolga project, learn simple mindfulness techniques that you can practice in just 5 minutes a day.
Furthermore, we consider it essential to schedule daily periods of “digital disconnection.” Turning to social media to relax or checking every notification does not give the brain a rest. In fact, moments of quiet and silence are necessary for the brain and body to recharge and gather the energy needed for all daily activities.
Count on our guidance and professionalism.
With over 75 years of experience, our mission is to actively contribute to the health and well-being of the community. To this end, we offer solutions tailored to your routine and needs. At Correia Rosa Pharmacies, you will find not only medications but also a partner in your health journey. Count on our team of professionals!
Furthermore, our pharmaceutical services are designed to simplify your life. You can schedule these services with us here and count on attentive, dedicated, and personalized care.
With that said, start with a small step—but start today. Change doesn’t need to be radical; it needs to be continuous!
Don’t let your resolutions stay just on paper. Visit one of our pharmacies and discover how we can turn your goals into achievements.
Correia Rosa Pharmacies are here to take care of you, as always.
