Stay healthy during flu season, and not let the cold-weather illness get you down. There are a number of steps you can take in your daily life to prevent getting run down and falling victim to the flu and things to help you recover more quickly, if you do get the flu. Take a few steps toward having improved energy and vitality during the change of seasons, and check out this article for some helpful tips on how you can make the most out of your year and keep your immune system in great shape!
DIET
The food you eat is one of the simplest ways you can influence your health. One of the keys to immune power is to avoid refined sugar and processed trans fats – these health-robbing substances can directly suppress immunity by increasing inflammation and fueling infection. Instead, opt for healthy, unprocessed foods with an emphasis on items that can help boost immunity. Eat a variety of fruits and vegetable every day. Make them part of your normal routine by discovering simple and satisfying ways to prepare them. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes in the kitchen—it’s a great way to learn!
It’s also really important to stay hydrated. Nothing keeps your body happier! With good hydration, immune cells communicate efficiently and detoxification systems flush germs more easily. Drink at least eight glasses (eight ounces each) of filtered water a day. During times of illness or exposure, try drinking hot water with a slice of lemon throughout the day. This can be a comforting way to stay hydrated.
RELAXATION AND SLEEP
Chronic stress and lack of sleep have similar effects on the body—they dramatically increase the wear and tear on our bodies, hinder repair processes, and suppress immunity. To reduce stress, help relax, and get deep, restorative sleep, there are a number of natural solutions. In particular, mind-body relaxation methods such as meditation and deep breathing are well-researched stress relievers that promote restful sleep. Exercise also reduces stress and helps you sleep. Try to get some aerobic exercise every day, and don’t forget to incorporate strength training into your routine to keep your bones and muscles strong.
TARGETED IMMUNE SUPPLEMENTS
At NEWSTART To Wellness, we believe in whole-health approaches to immunity. Our doctor-designed immune supplements work from different angles to boost the immune system and promote overall vitality. These targeted nutraceuticals incorporate beneficial mushrooms, herbal extracts and natural preparations that are shown to offer powerful yet gentle support for long-term health.
Kyani Health Triangle is a powerful, easy to use wellness system that provides unmatched nutrition for optimal health. Featuring three products, Sunset, Sunset and Nitro FX or Nitro Extreme. Each product works synergistically to provide you and your family with unmatched nutrition for optimal health. Kyäni's Triangle of Health supplies the power of Wild Alaskan Blueberries, Tocotrienols (the most potent form of vitamin E), Omega-3 fatty acids, and Nitric Oxide in one easy-to-use system.
Beta 1,3D Glucan by Transfer Point – Beta glucan is a scientifically proven biological defense modifier (BDM) that nutritionally potentiates and modulates the immune response. As a supplement, after swallowing orally, Beta glucan is ingested primarily through macrophage and dendritic immune cells, to nutritionally and safely yield, through immune response potentiation and modulation, in many instances various therapeutic healing effects generated by the immune cells.
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This year, the flu may be a bad one. But by taking the right steps to protect immunity and support overall health, you’re already one step ahead. Keep up your healthy momentum with these dynamic immune boosters and you’ll be rewarded with greater energy, vitality and well being, though flu season and beyond.
