Erin O'Hara: naturopath, wellness expert, and Golden Yogi director on why people are more likely to get sick around the holidays - The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin

As we enter the holiday season, it's common for people to get sick once things start winding down.

This is linked to a phenomenon known as 'leisure sickness', where busy people get sick once they're out of a stressful situation or environment. Three percent of the population are prone to getting migraines, nausea, muscle pain and fatigue when they get time off.

Over-working and stress are also linked to weakened immune systems, which make people more vulnerable to catching viral conditions, such as coughs, colds, or Covid-19. 

In order to protect our immune systems, naturopath, wellness expert, and Golden Yogi director Erin O'Hara recommends recognising your personal work-life balance and budgeting time so you aren't burning yourself out and putting your health at risk.

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