TOP 10 TIPS FOR WINTER WELLNESS

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As much as we love winter so do, we hate the cold it brings. The onset of winter generally involves the growth of bacterial and viral infections that may further cause allergies and congestion. So, in order to combat with the ailments that winters bring to us, we grab a handful of medication in advance, which results in undermining our immunity.

Winter is setting in, we would need foods that warm us up and boost our immunity. In order to cherish winters to its whole and to boost our immune system, we must turn towards healthy and organic products before our defense mechanism weakens.

Here are a few ways by which we can avail the goodness of a healthy body and enjoy the winters at its best.

1.    Staying hydrated

Since everyone understands the importance of staying hydrated in summers, but we don’t realize that drinking an adequate amount of fluids in winters is also very important, even if we don’t feel the urge to drink, our body requires it to function properly, if not this would dehydrate and the adverse consequences would appear like fatigue, muscle cramps, mood crankiness, dizziness, and rapid breathing, rapid heartbeat, low blood pressure, unconsciousness in more severe cases.

2.    Consuming Vitamin C

A daily intake of vitamin C can help build up strong immunity as well as it also revitalizes our body. We can get this vitamin abundantly available in fruits like citrus fruits, mangoes, strawberries, pineapples, papaya, and veggies like tomatoes, potatoes, broccoli, cabbage, green and red peppers.

3.    Vitamin D3

One of the best sources of Vitamin D is sunlight, but most people get very little direct sunshine during winters. Doctors recommend taking a significant amount of Vitamin D3 supplements to fulfill daily requirements. Vitamin D battles ailments, including colds and seasonal influenza. It also improves the defense mechanism that impacts our immune system to attack and destroy bacteria and viruses. Other natural sources include cod liver oil, kinds of seafood, egg yolks

4.    Increase seafood Intake

Fish is among the healthiest foods that mother nature has blessed us with. Fish is loaded with vitamins such as D and B2 (riboflavin) and omega-3 fatty acids, which are incredibly healthy and important for our body and brain. This superfood is also a rich source of minerals like as iron, zinc, iodine, magnesium, and potassium. Seafood is the best source of vitamin D3. It can enhance heart health & reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack & heart diseases. A seafood-rich diet can protect the mind from age-related decline & Alzheimer’s disease. It may improve sleep quality and also enhances eyesight. Eating fish regularly can help treat & prevent depression. Incorporating seafood into the diet can decrease joint pain & inflammation caused by autoimmune diseases. Seafood can benefit to prevent asthma in children.

5.    Consume turmeric

Turmeric the "golden powder" is the widely used seasoning in Asian cuisine. Turmeric consists of many antioxidants and antimicrobial properties. It also provides a healthy and natural way to keep ourselves warm during the winter months. Turmeric is an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory spice that helps to combat cough and cold. It is quite useful for a dry and painful cough. It may help reduce inflammation and joint pain.

6.    Utilize garlic

This superfood can also keep our blood pressure and heart in a good state. It can also lower bad cholesterol LDL. It is said that eating a clove or two of fresh garlic or adding this magical herb to our daily diet can keep the doctor away because it has immune-boosting, antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-fungal effects. Of the many health benefits, researchers suggest the herb may also hold some promise for weight loss as well. Garlic is also referred to as ‘wonder drug’ due to its medicinal or healing properties.

7.    Utilize ginger

Ginger has proved to be one of the most prominent nutrition for many home remedies. Researches have revealed that its volatile oils have anti-inflammatory properties that can help soothe the signs of infections.

Doctors recommend adding ginger to people with pollutant allergies, considering it helps clear off the mucus. It also helps in digestion, prevents colitis, comforts tummy in case of any inflammation and avoids other gastric issues in the stomach. It is also known to keep the body warm, especially during winter. We should be adding more ginger in our tea, foods and wherever possible. Warming up with just a cup of tea wouldn't help, but an addition of a generous amount of ginger may keep us warm and cozy.

Ginger's antiviral actions include stimulating macrophage activity, preventing the viruses from attaching to the cell walls, keeping us away from infections. Ginger tea will help keep us away from the cold and flu season.

8.    Soup

Make some homemade chicken soup. Our grandma knew what she was doing when she made this a go-to cold and flu remedy.

9.     Probiotics

We believe that good immunity begins in the gut, so we should take a good probiotic daily. The healthy bacteria in probiotics help to fight bad bacteria that have taken up residence in our gut. The best choice for consuming probiotics would be to eat probiotic-rich foods (like yogurt, fermented veggies, etc.), but we are limited in this area because of food allergies.

10.   Maintaining good hygiene

Frequent handwashing throughout the day is an absolute must in maintaining our health during the winter. It not only helps protect our immune system and prevent us from developing flu and cold, but it protects others around us.

Try taking a different stance on winter. think of it as a preparation for spring, get time to get into peak rested condition, and then start spring off feeling great, a new healthier version of yourself, and who knows where the new season will take you from there.