Millions of Brits intend to address their personal health in 2024 – by eating their five-a-day, reducing their alcohol intake, and listening to self-help podcasts. A study, of 2,000 adults, found more than eight in 10 intend to invest time in their own future over the next 12 months – with a resounding 90 percent determined to take care of themselves above all else.
This includes going to bed at a reasonable hour, drinking more water, and leaving work on time to avoid exhaustion.
Others will embark on a strict pre-bedtime skincare routine, listen to calming music before bed, cut out all processed foods, and up their multi-vitamin supplements. And 39 percent said they will generally watch and look after their overall health as a priority in the coming year.
The poll was commissioned by Lottoland.co.uk, to mark the launch of its charity scratchcard, in support of the Prader-Willi Syndrome Association.
Lottoland’s Group CEO, Nigel Birrell, said: “It’s great to see so many people are planning to give themselves some love, and take care of their health this coming year.
“The small things, like listening to self-help podcasts and going to bed early, can really improve our outlook on each day – but, as you might expect, healthier eating and hydration are topping the list for self-improvement plans for 2024.
“Our busy lives often force us into “quick” but unhealthy meals, so making sure you hit your five-a-day will make a world of difference.
“And while those good practices are valuable to everyone, they are even more important for people who have Prader-Willi Syndrome, whose physical health can be impacted so significantly by diet and exercise.”
The survey went on to find exactly half of those polled believe making small, incremental changes can make a big difference to their mood. And it comes after 31 percent claim to be bad at putting themselves first in life.
Almost four in 10 (39 percent) admit they usually put more time into appeasing other people over themselves – with partners, children, and mums taking up the most time and energy.
And while three in 10 don’t want to appear selfish, 91 percent recognise the importance of self-care – because you only get one life (56 percent), and it helps to be the better version of you (46 percent).
As a result, 58 percent want to start 2024 with good habits, with 31 percent feeling positive about the year ahead, according to the stats, from OnePoll.
Other ways people intend to be kind to themselves is finding more time to exercise, having an hour of relaxation every day, and setting more tangible goals.
Jackie Lodge, CEO of the Prader-Willi Syndrome Association UK, said: “Making healthier choices is something we should all be doing, but this is especially important for individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome.
“Those impacted, face challenges such as an overwhelming and insatiable appetite, alongside learning disabilities and developmental delays.
“It is vital that they receive the right support to enable them to maintain healthy habits. Funds raised from this scratchcard will help us to continue providing that essential support.”
