The holidays can be amazing, but tough. 

On the one hand, there’s pie and presents. But on the other, your routine is completely upended and you may find yourself straining under the weight of obligations and responsibilities. 

A survey from the American Heart Association found that roughly two-thirds of people struggle to eat well or Exercise during the holiday season. And more than half fall behind on Sleep.¹

It makes sense. The short, cold days of winter make it hard to get outside. The endless supply of sweets can put you on a sugar roller-coaster. And you might be facing Stress or Anxiety related to Travel or family gatherings.

It’s a lot to manage. And as it turns out, the impact of these changes can have health consequences. They can actually alter the composition of your blood. 

The best way to measure this is with a comprehensive blood test. This is true any time you change your routine. If you do something different with your Diet, exercise, or sleep habits, you’ll see it reflected in your blood biomarkers.

Even things that are out of your control—think weather, stressful news, or demanding house guests—can alter the hormones, lipids, and proteins in your veins. 

InsideTracker can help you identify and manage these changes. But for an overview of what to watch for during holidays, keep reading. 

Originally Published on https://blog.insidetracker.com/

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