Health Hacks for Cold Weather

HEALTH TIPS FOR COLDER MONTHS

    The colder months have snuck upon us again, as we prepare for wintertime and colder seasons it is critical that we maintain our vitamin and mineral levels as the weather changes. It's common for people and children to have colds, flu, sinus, or throat infections throughout the colder months because most people tend to neglect their vitamin C & water intake. As it gets colder outside, most people tend to eat more hearty, heavier foods which increase fatigue, muscle tension, loss of concentration, and energy levels. 

    There are ways to make these colder months easier to manage through diet changes and overall lifestyle choices, which is essential because as the climate alters, more viruses and diseases emerge among us. Various tricks and tips can aid in one's personal development and physical health, affecting our overall wellness. It's critical to stay hydrated throughout these seasons because fluid intake is an essential part of daily performance levels. Incorporate more vegetables into your daily meals which will aid in improving overall digestion during such harsh months. 

    Find ways to get active inside for example: find indoor tracks to walk/run laps weekly, join a virtual fitness or reading group, and learn different stretching methods to aid in overall mobility. Infuse antiviral, antifungal, and antibacterial herbs and plants into your life which aids in mental, emotional & physical health. Various herbs can help with digestion, sleeping patterns, mood stabilization, concentration and cognition levels, fluid retention, and cardiovascular & muscular functions. Let's discuss certain benefits and pros of utilizing herbs and plants in one's daily life, routine & diet....

Herbals for the Body, Mind & Soul

1. Echinacea- herb used for colds, mucus and sinus relief, muscle tension & congestion

2. Elderberry- berry used for colds, infections & throat/nasal development

3. Thyme- herb used for sinus/nasal relief, mental cognition, concentration levels;  relieves/repairs respiratory infections or nasal diseases

4. Hyssop- herb used to cure colds, flu & nasal drainage, antiseptic & antiviral

5. Peppermint- a plant commonly used for migraines, headaches, skin tags/boils, respiratory & sinus relief; improves overall breathing & lung functions

6. Ginger- root used for digestion and gut health, antiseptic, antiviral & antibacterial properties; boosts blood circulation, clears nasal/sinus cavities, reduces inflammation

7. Turmeric- a root used to decrease fatigue & inflammation, antiviral & antibacterial promotes healing properties for headaches, aches/pains; black pepper activates the chief chemical 'curcumin' found in turmeric which is considered to be one of the most potent healing roots in medicine

"The more self-discipline you have, the more you do the things you should do, the happier your future self will be." -- Maxime Lagacé