Critical Tips for Flu/Virus Seasons

 QUICK TIPS FOR SICK SEASON

    It's critical that we take care of our immune system, some disorders or health conditions can cause us to naturally have low immunity however your diet, exercise regimen & overall mobility affects your immunity as well. During the colder months, when there is less external vitamin D from sunlight, we tend to neglect our bodies which causes us to become more receptible to being sick or catching the common cold. Over the last two years, the current situation for the world has been controlled by a virus that emerged overseas causing a global pandemic to occur. Clean water is an essential part of optimal wellness which affects every system within our bodies, water flushes toxins out your internal organs. 

    This is one way to keep environmental toxins, dust and germs from finding comfort in your pores and sinus cavities. During colder months, it's important to stay hydrated and retain great amounts of good fluids such as: orange juice, spring/alkaline water, lemon or coconut juice. Another helpful tip for people with low immunity or to fight off common colds, covid19 or other viruses you must get enough sunlight which is a form of vitamin D. Stress is a major contributor to our overall health and wellness, during sick season it's critical that you increase your vitamin intake and minimize stressful moments. 

    Stress can interrupt your progress, thought and sleeping patterns which affects your overall performance and level of immunity. Sleep is a natural immunity, energy and cognition booster which is why we function better when we have gained adequate sleep the night before. Eat more colors, meaning incorporate more vegetables into your diet and raw fruits versus high sugars, heavy sodium and genetically modified organisms. Also, it's very beneficial for people to increase their vitamin intake specifically zinc, calcium and vitamin D these vitamins are all immune boosters for our bodies. 

    Cleanse and detox your gut/digestive area weekly this will reduce toxic buildup and prevent negative bacteria from multiplying. As it gets colder outside, we must remind ourselves to move daily, for example, using the stairs versus taking elevators at work or school. Staying active and minimizing daily stressors are two significant factors in pushing through sick season in colder months. 

"To acquire immunity to eloquence is of the utmost of importance to the citizens of a democracy." - Bertrand Russell