As the weather cools and winter routines shift, it’s natural to look for ways to support your winter wellness routine. The change in season often brings different lifestyle patterns, from spending more time indoors to adjusting daily habits, making it a good opportunity to focus on simple practices that help you feel your best. Cooler temperatures and shorter days can also influence daily movement and the types of foods we naturally reach for. Taking a moment to reassess your habits during this time can help you maintain balance, stay nourished and support healthy immune system function throughout the colder months.
Alongside healthy lifestyle habits, certain nutrients particularly vitamin C and zinc play important roles in supporting immune system health during winter.
Lifestyle and nutrition tips to support immune system health:
- Prioritise sleep quality: Aim to get between 7 and 9 hours of sleep each night to help your body stay rested and resilient.
- Stay hydrated: Drink warm decaffeinated herbal teas, broths and lukewarm water as alternatives when cold drinks may not be the preference during cooler months.
- Eat warm nourishing meals: Soups, stews and slow cooked dishes can be comforting and supportive during the colder months.
- Eat a colourful, whole food diet: Antioxidants from fruits, vegetables, lean proteins and whole grains help reduce free radicals formed in the body.
- Maintain good hygiene habits: Regular handwashing and avoiding touching your face can help reduce exposure to seasonal bugs.
- Move your body regularly: Gentle movement such as walking, yoga or strength training helps keep your body strong.
Key nutrients to support healthy immunity:
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Vitamin C and zinc are two key nutrients well recognised for supporting immune system health. Vitamin C supports immune system function and helps reduce free radicals formed in the body, while zinc maintains healthy immune system function and supports general health and wellbeing.
For those looking to support their daily nutrition intake, an immune health supplement may help complement a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Consider:
Herbs of Gold Zinc Forte + C, a high-strength zinc and vitamin C powder with a delicious raspberry flavour, suitable for adults and children aged four years and up to support immune system health in the whole family.
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Herbs of Gold Vitamin C 1000 Plus, a high dose vitamin C, along with zinc to support immune system function and reduce free radicals formed in the body.