Winter can be a trying time both mentally and physically. The days are darker, colder and shorter and our bodies become more susceptible to all kinds of winter nasties like cold and flu.

In this article you’ll find tips for supercharging your winter wellness:

  1. Wash hands: It’s the number one way to stop the spread of germs.
  2. Get vaccinated
  3. Keep exercising: Find an exercise partner to keep you motivated and if it’s too cold outside, go to the gym or do laps at an indoor pool.
  4. Eat well: For your body to be able to respond to infection, it needs to have enough protein, so enjoy lean meat, fish and poultry.
  5. Dose up on vitamins and minerals: Iron, zinc and vitamin C are also key to a healthy immune system.
  6. Stay hydrated: Try boiled water with a slice of lemon. The moisture will also help make mucous membranes, including those in your sinuses, more resistant to bacteria.
  7. Rest up: Regular sleep is vital to staying healthy. Those who aren’t well rested are more likely to get sick.
  8. Quit smoking: Smokers are far more susceptible to upper respiratory infections, which tend to strike in winter.
  9. Clean up winter mould: Mould can trigger nasal congestion, sneezing, coughing, wheezing, respiratory infections and worsen asthma and allergic conditions.
  10. Save your skin: Cold air, wind and heating will dry out your skin.

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