Health tips for cold and flu season. Protect yourself and your family!
HEALTH TIPS FOR
COLD AND FLU SEASON. PROTECT YOURSELF
AND YOUR FAMILY!
The fall season has arrived! The colder days are settling in much faster than we would like. We are layering up when we go outside and the days are getting shorter so we will not be getting as much sun exposure...we all know what that means, less natural vitamin D daily intake we need to keep us healthy.
It is also known as the cold and flu season. To prepare ourselves for it, we can build and support our immune system, so it can stay strong and healthy. In addition, Thanksgiving is just around the corner and the Holiday Season is fast approaching therefore inevitably overeating, stress and just life in general will take a toll on our immune system. What can we do to ensure we mitigate the impact? Here are a few tips to help!
- SLEEP - if you do not allow your body to restore and regenerate itself overnight, your immune system will not be able to function at its fullest.
- STAY HYDRATED - water is the most important nourishment you can give your body. It will allow all your biological systems to function better and be healthier. Alkaline water is a great option. A body that is more alkaline typically will not host diseases to live on.
- EAT HEALTHY - think of a rainbow, be colourful in planning your meals, ensure you have a good balance. Fruits and vegetables are important, but also have some probiotics foods, like sauerkraut, pickled vegetables, tempeh, kimchi, miso soup and some beverages like Kefir and Kombucha.
- GET OUTDOORS - we know it is getting colder but bundle up and go for a nice nature walk and admire the beautiful fall colours, which leads us to:
- BREATHE - practice deep breathing, fill your lungs with oxygen, also allows you to be present, in the moment, and will release some stress while improving your micro-circulation.
- TAKE SUPPLEMENTS - a few additional vitamins will not hurt, especially Vitamin D, Vitamin C, and Zinc. Consult your doctor, pharmacist or your favourite natural food and supplement store.
- MINIMIZE STRESS - stress is our biggest culprit as it sends off your entire body in a tizzy! Doing your best on the first 6 tips, will certainly contribute to minimizing the stress in your life.
If you adopt any or all of those tips, you will be ahead of the game and your immune system will thank you!





