Winter season is the time of beautiful white snow, hot chocolate or tea in front of the fireplace and warm comfortable clothes. It is also the season of cold temperatures, dry air and lack of sunlight, which can change moods and increase illness.
So what can we do to stay healthy? First of all, maintaining a healthy diet is the best way to achieve a healthy body. Including lots of vegetables and fresh fruits on your nutrition is key. The best source of vitamins and nutrients are the food that we eat daily! However, some food regimes might be depleted from these nutrients. Supplements can be helpful to acquire the nutrients and vitamins we are lacking of.
A good list for supplements that can help to boost your health and immune system are:
· Vitamin D3- this is a big one! With changes in sunlight exposure during winter season it is good to take vitamin D supplement. Vitamin D promotes absorption of calcium in your body, which helps healthy bones and teeth, supporting immune system.
· Vitamin C- important for bones and connective tissues, muscles, and blood vessels. Also helps to absorb iron, which is needed for red blood cell production.
· Omega 3 (fish oil) – well known for their health benefits, including lower inflammation, and reduce markers of heart disease. Also, it may benefit your skin and hair.
· Zinc – support of healthy immune system response function and skin health.
· B Complex – supports physical and nervous system health. Help to stimulate the metabolic, cardiovascular, and central/peripheral nervous systems and, supports energy production in all cells.
Here is a link where you can find a variety of supplements mentioned above. And the best part, you receive 15% with every purchase and it ships to your home!
Link: wellevate.me/candace-gesicki
IMPORTANT: Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies and all medicines you use. Talk to your healthcare provider about which supplements might be best for you.
Additionally, there are certain tips we should follow to stay healthy and happy!
For example, we know winter is the house for flu season. Washing hands regularly could help to reduce the chances of contracting the influenza and corona virus as well. Also, make sure to keep common surfaces clean such as doorknobs, countertops, light switches, faucets, etc.
Stay hydrated. It is important to drink plenty of water during this time. Even though temperatures drop, we still use our body energy to perform daily tasks. Inadequate water intake can increase skin dryness, muscle tightness, fatigue, and headaches. Drink up!
Now, let’s talk about stress. It is very important to acknowledge that our lives have changed drastically since the beginning of this year. Homeschooling, working from home, not been able to see family and friends – yeah, it has been extremely stressful!
High stress can reduce your immune response increasing the chances of getting colds or flu. Exercising can be a way to keep stress levels down. Needles to say, winter months can be challenging to stick to exercises routine. The key is to stay active and exercise at least 30 minutes every day, and why not do it at the comfort of your home! Make it fun for your kids, pets and include them on your routines, why not? It is important to make some time for self-care, relax and have some fun – your body will thank you later.
Don’t forget, chiropractic care can also reduce tension on your body and, giving your body and joints the boost it needs to keep working in optimal way. If you are not sure chiropractic care is for you, we are giving free 10 minutes discovery calls to answer any questions you may have. Let us know how can we help.
Dr. Shirley