Winter ills and chills are never fun, especially when we’re ill prepared for their arrival. Now’s the perfect time to ensure your immune system has the tools and resources it needs to fight seasonal lurgies. By giving your body a nutritional head start before winter hits, you can thrive through the colder months no matter what gets thrown at you. 

Here are some seasonal tips to help keep your immune system fighting fit all winter long. 

Stay active

While it may be tempting to curl up with a good book during the colder months, one of the best things you can do for your winter well-being is to keep your body moving. Studies show that regular exercise can help to boost your immune system, reduce your chances of getting seasonal ills and chills, and support a faster recovery from winter ills. 

Get enough sleep

Poor sleep can greatly reduce your immunity and increase your chances of seasonal ills and chills. Studies have shown that those who sleep less than six to seven hours per night are three or four times more likely to be impacted by seasonal sickness than those who sleep eight or more hours each night. Aim to get eight hours of quality shut-eye when possible.
 

Eat more foods rich in immune-boosting nutrients.

There are a few nutrients that are particularly important for helping your immune system to function at its best. These include:

• Vitamin C found in citrus fruits, kiwifruit, berries, tomatoes, and broccoli
• Vitamin A found in liver and yellow-orange and dark green vegetables like carrots and pumpkin
• Zinc found in fish, seafood, lean meat and poultry
• Vitamin D found in salmon, tuna, sardines, liver, and egg yolk.

Vitamin D and zinc are two important nutrients for supporting winter wellbeing. As an essential mineral, zinc is crucial for the wellbeing of every organ system, including your immune system. Zinc plays a critical role in your ability to fight off seasonal germs and recover from infections, while vitamin D is crucial to your immune resilience due to the regulatory role it plays in your immune system. 

Taking BePure Vit D Restore and Zinc Restore during the autumn and winter months can better prepare your body for ills and chills to help you stay fighting fit all winter long. 

Always read the label and take as directed. If symptoms persist, consult your healthcare professional. Vitamins and minerals are supplementary to a balanced diet.

BePure Health Ltd, Auckland.