Help protect yourself with Ascorbic Acid (Cecon), partnered with proper diet and exercise, so you’re healthy and strong enough to care for others
While the new normal has upended our lives entirely, the experience has taught us so many valuable lessons—one of them is the importance of self-care.
We often live our lives in constant speed and hustle, and we sometimes forget the importance of taking a pause and resting. But when the global pandemic forced us to stay home and reevaluate how we take care of ourselves, many of us realized the importance actively managing our health and well-being.
When it comes to self-care, it’s always about holistic care, which means addressing our mental, socio-emotional, and physical needs. Rest is not just a matter of going to sleep, but making sure you’re doing things that care for your mind, body, and soul. Neglect one, and your well-being will not be in balance.
Self-care is personalized
Each of us look at self-care differently, and our self care routine is unique to each and every one of us. What you might find restful and recharging may be different from others’ perception of rest. So don’t let society dictate how you should take a rest. If reading a book or going on a hike is your way of recharging, go for it. If it’s going to the spa and shopping, then that’s totally fine. If it’s making boundaries and keeping yourself safe emotionally, then that’s your call. Find what resonates best with you and make time for it.
Without self-care, there is little left to share
As the saying goes, “Fill up your own cup first so that the world can benefit from the overflow.” And that’s very true when it comes to taking care of the self. When you have nothing for yourself, what can you give others and your work? Not having enough time and happiness for yourself only breeds negativity and lack of enthusiasm for everyday life. So when you find yourself with little to no inspiration to do anything else for anyone, then maybe it’s time you focus first on healing yourself. If you’re full of passion and energy, then that naturally spills and overflows into the lives of others.
Self-care prevents chronic stress
Working and living in a fast-paced world makes us vulnerable to a high-stress lifestyle. And in this lifestyle, stress is not just in the head; it also affects our bodily functions and our susceptibility to diseases.
In fact, according to the National Institute of Mental Health, not having enough time for yourself may lead to chronic stress that weakens the immune system and inflames the body, which can cause weight gain, sleep issues, stomach problems, and depression. This is why being mindful about making time to care for yourself is important to protect your body from breaking down and succumbing to diseases.
Self-care is prevention
“Prevention is better than cure.” Do you have to wait for depression and disability before you start making time for yourself? Do you have to wait for a disease before you start taking that rest that you need? The answer, of course, is no.
One of the best ways to prevent an illness is to help fortify our immunity is so that our body is healthy enough to fight and ward off harmful diseases, viruses, and stress-related issues. On top of eating well and exercising regularly, boosting our protection with vitamins can help in strengthening our immune system to help protect us from what can harm us.
And when it comes to protection, vitamin C is your best friend. It’s straightforward, something that we are familiar and comfortable with, and very powerful in helping activate the body’s healing and recovery processes, along with proper diet and exercise.
There’s a reason our parents and loved ones always tell us to take vitamin C when we’re stressed, tired, or feeling sick. Vitamin C has always felt like a secure blanket, a tangible form of their love and care, something you can trust to help protect you when you feel like a flu is about to come knocking in.
Self-care is prevention
Metro.style’s choice brand: Ascorbic acid (Cecon), which is a chewable, non-acidic Vitamin C that has a full range of products that address the vitamin needs of each family member.
For adults, there’s the Ascorbic acid (Cecon 500mg); for kids, the Ascorbic acid (Cecon Junior 100mg). And when you need that extra protection, there’s Multivitamins+Zinc (Cecon Plus), fortified with vitamins C, E, B1, B6, B12, folic acid, zinc, and more.
At the end of the day, self-care is like an armor that protects you so that you’re healthy, motivated, and strong enough to care for those around you.
So, let your self-care start today. Ascorbic acid (Cecon) is available in leading drugstores nationwide, and online via Lazada and Shopee.
If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.
ASC ref code: A165P062521CS
