We balance our meals At the end of winter, we can feel "heavy" and tired. Our diet, which has become richer in recent months, has impacted the liver, the central organ of digestion. Clogged with toxins, it functions less well, with repercussions on the nervous and hormonal systems. Even though summer is still a long way off, we're still in the habit of eating raw vegetables, preferably for lunch and dinner. White or red cabbage, beetroot, and black radish are delicious starters. They act as a mini detox and lighten the liver. The ideal is to skip desserts at the end of meals (with a few exceptions) and try a 100% fruit breakfast, fresh and seasonal. Enjoy the fruits you like, and you can even opt for bananas if you're really hungry. And if that's not enough, add some oilseeds like almonds, walnuts or Brazil nuts. The benefits of napping When we wake up tired in the morning, it's because our sleep wasn't restorative enough. We recover after a difficult night by taking a 15-minute nap in the early afternoon. Enough to recharge your batteries and be in good shape for the rest of the day. We take cold showers There's no need to immediately use an icy blast if you're not used to it. You can start at your usual temperature and then switch to cool water. Before getting out of the shower, alternate between hot and cold, three times in a row. This helps burn calories (250 for three minutes under cold water) and eliminates toxins and fat. The toning and energizing effect is immediate. We rely on adaptogenic plants in food supplements Most of these plants come from Chinese medicine or Ayurveda. They have a remarkable effect on the adrenal glands, which are responsible for the secretion of cortisol, the stress hormone. In cases of "overheating," adaptogens have a regulating effect. Rhodiola , for example, calms thoughts and is a good support in cases of burnout. If overwork leads to sleep disturbances, taking Ashwagandha is recommended. Staying well-armed during this troubled time Gwenn Libouban, reflexologist, gives us some advice on how to stay calm and balanced, both physically and mentally. -For the past year, our external security, that of our environment, has been lost. We must refocus on ourselves, reposition ourselves, and take responsibility to maintain internal stability. -We combat stress by staying healthy, paying attention to our sleep and digestion. We take time for ourselves and adopt a discipline, such as not going to bed too late and adopting a healthy diet. -We start the day by taking care of ourselves before taking care of others, with a little yoga (starting at an easy level) or a few minutes of meditation. We take advantage of online courses to discover these practices. We open ourselves up to new things. -We must not let ourselves be carried away by fear. We keep it away from ourselves by being confident. We must feel good, by eating a balanced diet, taking vitamins, and exercising. We feel good to face external events. -Being well-armed, well-anchored, means having a healthy body, moving, breathing, and that's a lot of work. For some, that may involve therapy. Three books to discover They give us keys to take care of ourselves and maintain a good emotional balance: -Man is a walking tree, Heal your body and mind with reflexology, by Gwenn Libouban, €15.90, ed. Marabout. - “Breathwork: Breathe for Change,” by Susan Oubari and Emilie Veyretout, €18, Flammarion. -Shinrin-Yoku, The art and science of forest bathing, by Dr Qing li, €8.30, ed. Pocket.
