Baker's Best of Health

‘Tis the season to be jolly, so don’t let yourself fall victim to stress this holiday. It’s not always easy, what with last minute shopping, decorating your home, getting ready for company, and concerns about pushing an already tight budget to its limits. So here’s a few quick tricks that’ll short-circuit the stress in the wink of a reindeer’s eye:

• Breathe. Taking slow, deep breaths and focusing on the sensation (called mindful breathing) won’t shrink the long line at the toy store, but it will lower your heart rate and help you gain a sense of control.
• Spend quality time with your pet. Your furry friend loves you unconditionally, so playing a quick game of fetch with Fido or cuddling on the couch with Kitty will lift your spirits and serve as a buffer against stress.
• Take a walk. A simple walk at a brisk pace enhances the flow of brain chemicals that block the effects of stress. It doesn’t have to be a long walk—even a dash up and down the stairs will do in a pinch.
• Munch on chocolate. It’s true—eating chocolate helps release endorphins, those brainy chemicals that control your mood.

At the end of a stress-filled day, refresh yourself with a relaxing foot massage. The enhanced, extra-strength formula in Baker’s Best Foot & Heel Revitalizing Cream keeps your feet happy and healthy, and works like crazy on tired and worn out tootsies. And best of all, you can try it risk-free for 21 days!