Consumer spending on health and beauty is increasing globally, with Asia & Oceania driving most of the growth. North America is currently the largest region in terms of spend, accounting for 36% of global revenue. Whilst strong growth is projected, its share will decline to 33% as other regions grow at a faster rate.
Leading specialists compete in a highly concentrated health and beauty sector. Walgreens and CVS dominate the health & beauty sector, contributing to 62% of the top 10 specialists’ sales, which is set to reach 65% by 2022. With global consolidation a key trend within the sector, smaller specialists will need to invest in their fulfilment capabilities and broader health and beauty service provision, to compete over the next five years.
Other top global retailers are also adding more health & beauty services to their overall proposition. Amazon and Zalando have recently launched online beauty brands, whilst Alibaba is investing in its provision of the ‘future pharmacy’. Such developments mean that innovation across the health, beauty and personal care sector will be increasingly inspired by retailers beyond the traditional drugstore or pharmacy channel.
As consumer interest in health & beauty peaks, the sector will grow in importance. Health & beauty consumer spending as a share of total retail format sales is set to steadily increase from 5.6% in 2012 to almost 6.5% by 2022. This increase in share means growth in consumer spending on health & beauty is set to outpace growth in overall global retail format sales.
For retailers and suppliers selling beauty, recent focus has centred around elevating the customer experience of shopping the category and, particularly, ensuring in-store experiences are reflected online. Integrating technologies such as AR into product merchandising and embracing demonstration through in-store events or online tutorials, are just some of the ways stakeholders are engaging consumers in the sector.
Bouncing back from the holidays and into a
healthy eating and exercise routine is always easier said than done. What’s
also easier is falling back into old habits, especially around the holidays.
On the bright side, getting back on track
doesn’t have to be difficult. However, you may feel discouraged if you try to
go back to your usual routine all at once. Instead, it’s better to wean
yourself off the sugar and ease yourself back into an exercise routine.
Getting
back in shape
Even for someone who is in shape, taking just
a week off of exercise can decrease your fitness. Thus, jumping right back into
your usual routine can feel difficult or be tough on your body, potentially
causing injury or a lot of soreness at the very least. Remember that getting
back in shape won’t happen in just one day.
Instead of hitting the treadmill and running
until you can’t anymore, or struggling to lift heavy weights, take it slow! For example, take a few
extra minutes to warm up–stretch, walk on the treadmill, or do a light jog. If
weights are more your thing, start with something lighter than you’re used to,
and do extra reps rather than bumping up the weight.
Some other post-holiday sweat session examples
include: a home workout, a gentle yoga class, keep it short (30 minutes or
less), and walk as much as possible (around the neighborhood, at work, in town,
etc).
Saying
No to Sugar
Good news: you don’t have to quit sugar cold
turkey! In fact, cutting out sugar all together might make you more likely to
indulge in unhealthy eating habits, such as bingeing. Instead, you want to wean
off sugar for the best results. Here’s what you should do:
Find out what is triggering you to eat sugar. Is it an afternoon slump? Are candies and cookies lying around your house? Once you recognize these triggers, you’ll already be able to make better decisions and ask yourself, “do I really need this?”
Manage your portion sizes. Instead of depriving yourself of sugar, limit your portion sizes. One tip is to portion out your treats ahead of time if you can, by separating amounts in Tupperware or plastic baggies.
Out of sight, out of mind. Instead of leaving holiday treats around the house or out in the open, put things away in drawers or in the fridge. Sometimes we don’t have cravings for a treat until we physically see it, but if it’s put away, then you won’t be tempted to reach for it.
Make healthy snacks available. This step is extremely important. Typically we grab sugary treats because they are easy and readily available! Buy pre-cut veggies and fruits with healthy dips like hummus or guacamole to store front and center in your fridge. Leave fresh fruit on the counter so it’s the first thing you see when you enter the kitchen.
Make sure you are getting a balanced diet, and use a supplement. Your food choices may not have been the healthiest the past few weeks, which means you may be lacking in some essential nutrients. Even when we are trying our best to eat healthy, we can’t always eat in the proportions that we need to get the correct amount of vitamins and minerals that we need to feel out best, so taking a supplement is key. Opt for a supplement that is complete, like vitafusion’s Women’s or Men’s Multivitamin. These come in gummy form, so they also can help satisfy your candy fix (in a healthy way)!
Sugary
Swaps
Finding yummy alternatives to your favorite
treats will be a huge help when it comes to kicking sugar to the curb. Here are
some ideas to start implementing when thinking of reaching for one of your
holiday favorites:
Candy canes → Peppermint tea
Chocolate or fudge → 1 – 2 oz of dark
chocolate, preferably 70% cacao or higher
Cookies → Chopped apple with cinnamon and
raisins
Candies → Grapes (fresh or frozen)
Hot chocolate → Make your own with 1 cup hot
water, 1 tbsp cacao, ¼ tsp vanilla
extract,
and 2 tsp maple syrup
Alcohol → Fruity, herbal tea or seltzer with
lime
Dr. Nicole Avena is Assistant Professor of
Neuroscience at Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Visiting Professor of Health
Psychology at Princeton University. She is a research neuroscientist and expert
in the fields of nutrition, diet and addiction, with a special focus on
nutrition during early life and pregnancy. Her research achievements have
been honored by awards from several groups including the New York Academy of
Sciences, the American Psychological Association, and the National Institute on
Drug Abuse. Dr. Avena has written several books, including Why Diets Fail, What to Eat When You’re Pregnant and What to Feed Your Baby and Toddler. She
regularly appears as a science expert on the Dr. Oz Show, Good Day NY, and The
Doctors, as well as many other news programs. Her work has been featured in
Bloomberg Business Week, Time Magazine for Kids, The New York Times, Shape,
Men’s Health, Details, and many other periodicals. Dr. Avena is a member of the
Penguin Random House
Speakers Bureau. She has the #2 most watched TED-ED Health talk, How Sugar Affects Your Brain.
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10 Health Hacks for New Years Weight Loss Resolutions
By Matt Moore-Waitkus
For years, I made New Year’s resolutions to get healthier only to fail within weeks. But this year, I did something different – and lost over 80 pounds.
So, how did I do it? I changed the way I thought about food – with the help of these 10 health hacks.
1. Weight loss is a marathon, not a sprint. Try to keep your mind on your overall goal if you find yourself discouraged after a bad day or week. 2. Find something active to do every day. If you can’t get to the gym, then walk. If you can’t get out for a walk, stand up while watching TV. Just do something to break the cycle of being sedentary. 3. Try to let go of the idea of “forbidden” food. I met my goals by largely overhauling what I eat, but I have still had occasional indulgences here and there… and have really enjoyed them! 4. Plan, plan, plan! Meal prep has been one of the biggest strategies for me to eat healthier and more mindfully. Rather than relying on fast food near my office, I can prepare lunches for the week every Sunday and have those ready to grab on my way out the door every morning on the way to work. 5. Find inspiration online. For me, it was scouring the Internet for before-and-after weight loss success stories in blogs and YouTube. It was so valuable to me to see other people who have accomplished similar goals, and learn some tips from them as well. 6. I looked into the reasons why I craved specific foods. Being aware of the reasons helped me overcome many cravings. 7. I realized there are certain emotions that trigger specific cravings. Once I learned to identify these emotions, I was able to distinguish between rational and irrational thoughts and behaviors. 8. Surroundings can cause cravings as well. I started to become aware of how my environment impacts my behavior. 9. I asked someone close to me to help me stick to my goal. Any time I’ve had a struggle, I knew I had a great safety net of people who helped me regain my focus and push forward toward my goal. My husband, Keith, has been especially supportive. 10. I keep Noom Coach, a weight loss program, in my pocket at all times. My goal specialist with Noom, Peppiina, also helps keep me in line with personalized eating plans, giving me nudges when I fall off track.
I’ve read many cooking books before, but this book is one of a kind where it teaches you how to cook many different dishes from all around the world, teaches you how to make some out gorgeous desserts, and very delicious coffee. Moreover, it shows you how to make some really good cocktails which was very helpful whenever I had some friends over. I could make my kitchen a five stars restaurant just from learning some recipes from this easy teaching helpful book.
Crohn’s and Colitis: Understanding and Managing IBD is written by Dr. A. Hillary Steinhart, a Professor of Medicine in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto. Steinhart is also the Head of the Combined Division of Gastroenterology at Mount Sinai Hospital and University Health Network in Toronto. Within the book it includes information about the bowel diseases and effective ways to manage it.
The book includes numerous about of informational charts; some of the charts included were Lactose Ladder, Alternative Food Sources of Calcium, and Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide. Not only does the chart help to the reader with the information given, but the element of the Question and Answer place around the passage along with definitions give the reader a better understanding. This is a great book to read and a great way to get informed about Crohn’s and Colitis disease.
Yin & Yang Nutrition for Dogs is a unique book which will not only teach you what to cook for your dog but also how to keep your dog healthy by providing the right nutrition it needs. I have 2 dogs and I already tried cooking them some of the recipes mentioned in the book and my dogs love them. I feel that now they receive the right amount of food they need, thanks to Dr. Judy Morgan. I also feel more informed and now I know a lot about animal health. What is a better way of showing love for your dog than cooking the right food for it? Once you read this book you will love it, and your dog, too.
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//www.drlizcruz.comDr. Liz Cruz is a gastroenterologist, an author, and (most importantly) a parent of 4 children. She is the creator of Everyday Enzymes, as well as a variety of other wellness products designed to promote all-natural, holistic wellness. Cruz’s products have received critical acclaim and are widely praised for effectively reducing the need for prescription medicine. Cruz is a Diplomat of the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Gastroenterology. She is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association and the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.
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