August 2025 Health Tip

by J. Renee Livsey |  August 1, 2025

 
During the month of August, National Wellness Month observances encourage individuals to make self-care a priority. We are encouraged to build healthy routines, and support our mental, physical, and emotional well-being. 
 
We must take the pledge to make this August our most intentional month yet. We can begin by praying for the self-determination to stick to our wellness journey. We can begin by adding physical exercise, healthy eating, mindfulness, and stress reduction techniques into our regime. Our goal is to improve our physical, mental, and emotional health, as well as encourage others in our lives to do the same.
 
Suggested Activities for August:

Social Media Cleanse: Taking a break from social media can improve mental health and free up time for more fulfilling activities.
 
Hydration Challenge: Aim to drink more water daily. Staying hydrated is crucial for physical health and can improve mood and energy levels.
 
Eating healthier: Have at least one meat-free day every week
 
Intermittent fasting: Do not eat anything from 7pm to 7am - consuming nothing but water during this time period.  – this time period makes it a little easier because it aligns with the normal sleep pattern. Intermittent fasting can potentially lead to weight management and improving metabolic health. From 7am to 7pm make sure you eat nutritious foods (fresh fruits, vegetable, lean protein, low salt and low sugar). Consult your health care provider if you have diabetes or other underlying health conditions.

Whether we are focusing on hydration, eating healthier, daily exercise, mindfulness, or simply slowing down, this month is our reminder to put our wellness first.