5 Fall Wellness Tips to Stay Healthy in Autumn

There’s a reason so many people love autumn. Cooler temps, fall sports, school starting, pumpkin everything and then the holidays — it’s a busy time, and often a cozy one, too. It’s also a time to transition from summer health tips to fall wellness tips, since all the activities can make keeping up with life a bit of a challenge. 

So, as fall begins, recommit to your wellness. From tending to your home to keeping up with your busy schedule and taking care of yourself, keeping yourself healthy with these fall season safety tips ensures you won’t miss out on family gatherings and all of the other social events that fall brings. 

5 Health Tips

Here are five steps to staying in tip-top shape and enjoying all of autumn’s gifts.

Step 1: Keep Your Home Safe and Germ-Free

Even in the busy days of fall, your house is likely where you spend the majority of your time, eating your meals, sleeping, doing homework and, of course, watching football. So, it’s important to keep this space clean and well maintained to avoid accidents and illnesses. Following autumn safety tips can help you manage the risk in your home. 

With every season comes a list of high-priority home maintenance items that make sense for that time of year. Rather than trying to tackle a huge pile of chores once a year, keeping up with these lists every few months makes tending to your home seem less daunting. And getting into good habits when cleaning around your home will help you avoid fall allergies and fire hazards. (This is the right time to take care of your pre-winter car maintenance tasks, too.)

Step 2: Get Ready for Daylight Savings Time

Soon enough, the clocks will be falling back. Making sure you’re getting enough rest and sticking to a sleep schedule that allows you enough shut eye at night can have a huge effect on your overall health. Be aware of changes like daylight savings time and other schedule shifts, like travel, school or sports practice, that may affect your sleep.

Planning in advance can help make these changes feel less drastic, mentally and physically. And remember that things you eat and drink, like alcohol, sugar and caffeine, can have a profound effect on your sleep. Make sure you’re practicing good sleep hygiene! 

Step 3: Stay Up to Date on Doctor’s Visits

Keeping up with your annual physical can assure you that you’re healthy as you prepare for the colder months. This is the right time to get your annual shots, such as the flu shot, which is generally offered by your doctor or local pharmacies.

Talk to your doctor about which shots are best for you and your family. As your children head back to school, this is also an ideal time to schedule their pediatrician visits, too.

Step 4: Prepare for Unexpected Weather

Severe weather can be unpredictable and hits when you least expect it. As you head into the winter months, it’s wise to prepare your home for damaging weather events, from high winds to blizzards and everything in between. An emergency kit, first aid supplies and a storm safety plan come in handy when a storm hits hard.

Step 5: Take Time for Yourself

As the days ramp up to the busy holiday season, it’s difficult to put yourself first. Make your mental health a priority by setting aside time to do the things that bring you peace. That might mean taking time for meditation, getting outside, participating in a favorite activity or watching your most-loved TV show. Taking time for yourself can reduce stress and anxiety while increasing self-compassion, according to Mental Health America. Fill up your tank, and you’ll have an easier time filling up others’ tanks.

Be Prepared

Having the right insurance coverage in place adds to your peace of mind. Contact a Farm Bureau agent to discuss the best coverage for you and your family.